Journeyman Electrician

McKesson; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 82,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

McKesson Canada is seeking a licensed Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems across our facilities. In this hands-on role, you will ensure safe, reliable operations by maintaining equipment and responding to issues in a collaborative health‑care environment.

Join a team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Shift: 8:30PM–5AM Sun-Thu; Target salary: 85–90K CAD depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and provincial safety requirements.
• 4+ years of relevant industrial, commercial, manufacturing, or distribution facility experience.
• Valid Journeyperson Electrician certification or Red Seal endorsement.
• Experience with PLCs, motor controls, VFDs, and industrial control panels.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems, components, and equipment using blueprints, schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, motor controls, electrical panels, lighting, circuits, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues, including power interruptions, short circuits, wiring faults, and equipment malfunctions.
• Complete electrical installations and modifications supporting new equipment, machinery, facility upgrades, and expansions.
• Test electrical systems and components using appropriate testing equipment to identify faults and ensure safe operation.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, repairs, electrical parts, and completed work.
• Coordinate electrical work with facilities, contractors, and other trades, providing guidance to apprentices when required.
• Participate in on-call rotation for emergency electrical repairs where applicable.
• Perform other duties to support company and facility goals.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical schematics

Wiring diagrams

Technical manuals

PLCs & motor controls

Education

Journeyperson Electrician certification

Red Seal endorsement

Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

About The Role (Job Summary)

McKesson Canada is seeking a licensed Journeyman Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment within our facilities. In this hands‑on role, you will support safe, reliable facility operations by maintaining industrial electrical equipment, completing preventive maintenance, and responding to electrical issues. You will collaborate with facilities professionals and other skilled trades while ensuring work complies with the Canadian Electrical Code, applicable provincial requirements, and company safety policies.

Shift: 8:30PM - 5AM Sun-Thu.

Target Salary: 85-90K (depending on individual experience)

What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)

• Install, inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair electrical systems, components, and equipment using electrical blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, and diagnostic tools.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on motors, motor controls, electrical panels, lighting, circuits, and power distribution systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues, including power interruptions, short circuits, wiring faults, and equipment malfunctions.
• Complete electrical installations and modifications that support new equipment, machinery, facility upgrades, and expansion projects.
• Test electrical systems and components using appropriate electrical testing equipment to identify faults and confirm safe operation.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, repairs, electrical parts, and completed work.
• Coordinate electrical work with facility management, contractors, and other skilled trades, and provide technical guidance to electrical apprentices when required.
• Participate in an on‑call rotation for emergency electrical repairs, where applicable.
• Perform other duties as needed to support company and facility goals.

Basic Requirements

• Degree or equivalent and typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Valid Journeyperson Electrician certification, Red Seal endorsement, or recognized provincial equivalent.
• Experience installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems in an industrial, commercial, manufacturing, distribution, or comparable facility environment.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting electrical blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable provincial electrical and workplace safety requirements.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with programmable logic controllers, commonly referred to as PLCs, motor controls, variable frequency drives, and industrial control panels.
• Experience supporting electrical systems in a warehouse, distribution centre, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or regulated facility.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs or computerized maintenance management systems.
• Experience providing technical guidance or mentorship to electrical apprentices.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to coordinate work with internal teams, vendors, contractors, and other skilled trades.
• Valid driver’s licence and acceptable driving record, if driving is required for the position.

Travel, In-Office, And Physical Requirements

• This is an on-site position supporting electrical and facility operations.
• Ability to work in electrical rooms, mechanical spaces, confined spaces, and at heights when required and when appropriate safety controls are in place.
• Ability to use ladders, lifts, electrical testing instruments, hand tools, and power tools.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, climb, and lift or move equipment and materials consistent with the requirements of the position.
• Availability for scheduled on‑call coverage, emergency repairs, overtime, or alternate shifts may be required based on facility needs.
• Travel between company facilities may be required. The specific percentage should be added before posting if travel is expected.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long‑term incentive opportunities may be offered.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$81,500 - $108,600

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) [e-mail] or (Canada) [e-mail]. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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