Junior Electrician- Electrical Apprentice

REEL; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

REEL is seeking a Junior Electrician/Electrical Apprentice to join the Stoney Creek team, supporting electrical installations across Ontario. You will work alongside experienced electricians on overhead lifting equipment and hoists, developing technical skills while ensuring safety and quality in every task.

You will read electrical diagrams, assist with wiring, testing, and commissioning, and contribute to maintaining up-to-date As-Built documentation under supervision.

Qualifications

• Licensed Electrician with Ontario credentials.
• Experience supporting electrical installations and upgrades.
• Familiarity with electrical codes and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, schematics, and BOMs for installations.
• Assist with wiring, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems on hoists and cranes.
• Help edit wiring diagrams and maintain As-Built records.
• Follow safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures.
• Troubleshoot motor control circuits, relays, and sensors.
• Assist with testing and debugging during factory runs.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Electrical schematics

Industrial electrical systems

Troubleshooting

VFDs

Education

Licensed Electrician

Tools

VFDs

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

With offices in Stoney Creek (ON), Boisbriand (QC) and Saguenay (QC) and Edmonton (AB), we are currently looking for a licensed Electrician attached to our Stoney Creek team serving a varied clientele throughout Ontario.

Reporting to the Operations Manager and working alongside experienced electricians, the Junior Electrician performs/ Electrical Apprentice support the electrical installation and assembly work of overhead lifting equipment for our customersthroughout Ontario. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your technical skills while working with skilled tradespeople, operators, supervisors, and equipment.

What you’ll do:

• Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, and BOMs to support electrical installations and upgrades.
• Develop knowledge of electrical terminology, instrumentation, and industrial electrical systems.
• Assist with the installation, wiring, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, including panels, circuits, motors, and equipment on hoists and overhead cranes.
• Assist with drawing and/or editing electrical wiring diagrams to maintain the “As-Built” status of equipment.
• Follow local, provincial, and federal electrical codes, safety standards, and applicable regulations.
• Assist with diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical issues and faults in motor control circuits, relays, contactors, sensors, VFDs, and related components.
• Participate in factory running tests once the electrical installation is complete and assist with debugging issues that arise during testing.
• Follow strict safety protocols, including lockout/tagout procedures, to ensure a safe work environment.
• Work closely with experienced electricians, contractors, engineers, and other team members to complete projects safely, on time, and within budget.
• Perform electrical testing and verify circuit continuity in wiring, equipment, and fixtures under appropriate supervision.
• Assist with programming, modifying, maintaining, and troubleshooting VFD-controlled equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks, including drilling, punching holes, grinding, cutting, tack welding, fastening, bolting, and bending and shaping structural steel as required.
• Perform assigned duties with precision and attention to detail.
• Follow instructions provided by the Lead Hand and/or Plant Manager.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area.
• Work effectively with the Lead Hand and other team members.
• Wear appropriate safety gear in the performance of duties.
• Perform other shop duties when required.
• Participate in service jobs with service team technicians when required.
• Be available to work overtime when required.