Licensed Electrician (442A) - Rotating Continental Shift

JFE Shoji Power Canada Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Premium

Health and dental benefits

Production bonus

Matching pension

Job summary

JFE Shoji Power Canada Inc. in Burlington, Ontario, is seeking a full-time Electrician to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical systems and equipment across a heavy manufacturing plant.

The role requires a valid 442A license, extensive industrial electrical experience, and the ability to work 12-hour continental rotating shifts. The position offers shift premiums, health benefits, a production bonus, and a company-matched pension plan.

Qualifications

• Industrial electrical experience in heavy manufacturing preferred.
• Strong ability to read blueprints and wiring diagrams.
• Safety-focused with knowledge of 5S and LOTO practices.
• Leadership experience and mentorship of apprentices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical control systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document procedures.
• Lead safety initiatives and maintain organized work area.
• Mentor apprentices and coordinate with maintenance team.

Skills

Industrial electrician experience

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

BluePrints wiring diagrams

Team mentorship

Safety leadership

Education

442A Electrician License

Certificate of Apprenticeship

Certificate of Qualification (Skilled Trades Ontario)

Crane/Forklift/Aerial lift certifications

Tools

Crane certification

Forklift certification

Aerial lift certification

Confined space training

High-voltage training

PLC/Automation training

Job description

Join Our Team: Electrician!

About Us

JFE Shoji Power Canada (JSC) is an electrical steel products manufacturer located in Burlington, Ontario. As the largest producer of transformer cores in North America, JSC specializes in wound, amorphous, and step-lap cores for power generation and distribution equipment. Its electrical steel products and magnetic materials are also used in electric vehicle motors and charging station infrastructure, data centres, audio equipment, and other industrial applications.

Since 1972, JSC (formerly Cogent) has grown from a small niche manufacturer to an integral part of the North American electrical steel supply chain with multiple facilities and over 500 employees. JSC is dedicated to meeting the growing demand for electrical energy by providing strategic, innovative, and sustainable solutions to its clients.

What Sets Us Apart?

At JFE Shoji Power Canada, we are more than just a company—we are a community that embraces safety. We have a proactive safety attitude where every team member is empowered to care for each other and take responsibility for keeping everyone safe. By embodying the ICare principles, we ensure that safety is not just a priority but a core value of our culture. Each employee plays an essential role in shaping a workplace where safety is embedded in every action we take, and where incidents are prevented before they happen.

How you’ll make an impact

This position is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment to support safe and efficient plant operations. This role requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Hourly rate: $43.53 per hour, plus shift premium

Please note this role is a continental rotating shift (12 hour shifts rotating between days and nights).

Key Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical equipment, wiring, and related components.
• Install, dismantle, examine, repair, recondition, and reinstall electrical systems such as motors, transformers, switchgear, communication systems, instrumentation, motor-generator sets, inverters, and electrical furnace systems.
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems and related devices.
• Examine and repair high‑voltage electrical equipment as required to support continuous plant operation.
• Perform scheduled testing routines and preventative maintenance (PM) on required equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance programs and maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Make minor adjustments and lubricate tools and equipment as needed to ensure proper operation.
• Maintain an organized inventory of electrical supplies and equipment; request replenishment when necessary.
• Work from blueprints, wiring diagrams, shop orders, and verbal instructions.
• Assist in planning proposed electrical work and scheduled shutdowns in coordination with supervision.
• Report abnormal conditions, equipment issues, or repair needs to the supervisor and/or team lead promptly.
• Follow all safety rules, procedures, and regulatory requirements at all times.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Perform 5S-related tasks to support workplace organization and efficiency.
• Lead by example and act as a supportive leader to the maintenance supervisor when required.
• Assist and mentor other electricians and apprentices to support skill development and team performance.
• Collaborate with maintenance team, operation and engineering teams to resolve issues efficiently and minimized production downtime
• Adhere strictly to all company and regulatory safety policies, including process interruptions, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Valid Industrial Electrician License (442A)
• Certificate of Apprenticeship and Certificate of Qualification from Skilled Trades Ontario
• Operate and hold valid certifications for crane, forklift, aerial lift (EWP), confined space entry, high-voltage training, PLC/automation training, and working at heights training are an asset
• 3+ years of industrial electrician experience, preferably in a steel or heavy manufacturing environment

As a fulltime permanent employee, you would receive:

• Shift Premium
• Competitive health and dental benefits
• Production Bonus plan
• Retirement savings program with company matched pension plan

Please note: JFE Shoji Power does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.