Maintenance Electrician

NOVA Chemicals; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVA Chemicals is looking for a passionate Maintenance Electrician to join their Instrument & Electrical Team. This role involves adhering to maintenance practices, ensuring equipment reliability in a dynamic production environment. Qualified candidates will have an Alberta Electrician Journeyperson Certificate and a commitment to safety and environmental stewardship.

Benefits

Flexible benefit programs

Relocation assistance

Compensation commensurate with education and experience

Qualifications

• A valid Alberta Electrician Journeyperson Certificate and 5 years post-journeyperson maintenance experience required.
• Knowledge of DCS and PLCs is a requirement.
• Experience in a petrochemical or gas plant maintenance environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on electrical equipment.
• Execute repairs to plant equipment promptly.
• Coordinate activities during plant shutdowns.

Skills

Proficiency with industrial electrical Safety Codes of Practice

Advanced computer skills

Ability to troubleshoot problems

Excellent communication skills

Education

Alberta Electrician Journeyperson Certificate

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Job ID: 3530

Closing Date: 06/20/2025

This position will be in the following location: Joffre Administration – Red Deer, AB

Who We Are:

At NOVA Chemicals we are reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world. Our dedicated team of talented individuals works collaboratively to create circular plastic solutions that make everyday life safer, healthier and better. With a focus on safety, social responsibility, and environmental stewardship, we strive to constantly improve and shape the future of our industry. Join our team of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference and be a part of our journey towards sustainability leadership. Together we can create a better, more circular tomorrow.

NOVA Chemicals, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is wholly-owned by Mubadala Investment Company of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

We are seeking a Maintenance Electrician to join our Instrument & Electrical Team located at our Joffre Site in Central Alberta, near Red Deer. This team is responsible for ensuring equipment reliability and availability. The team provides day to day maintenance support to ensure equipment meets the demanding production levels of the plant.

You Will Use Your Expertise To:

• Adhere to and maintain compliance with all Responsible Care Standards
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on electrical equipment in a production environment
• Execute repairs to plant equipment in a timely manner
• Perform electrical installations in accordance with standard practices and the Canadian Electrical Code
• Maintain equipment records using computer maintenance management systems
• Coordinate and direct the activities of others during plant and unit shutdowns
• Establish new and continually improve existing preventative maintenance programs
• Work effectively in a multi-discipline team environment
• Support work assignments in other units as needed

What We Are Looking For:

• A valid Alberta Electrician Journeyperson Certificate with a minimum of 5 years post-journeyperson maintenance experience
• Strong commitment to Responsible Care Principles through excellence in occupational safety, process safety and environmental stewardship
• Proficiency with industrial electrical Safety Codes of Practice is required
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Experience working in a petrochemical or gas plant maintenance environment
• Knowledge and experience with motor-operated valves
• Skilled in utilizing Electrical heat trace systems
• Experience working with 600V / 4160V / 13.8 kV switchgear and associated systems
• Knowledgeable of DCS (distributed control systems) and PLC's (programmable logic controllers)
• Experience working with protection relays
• Knowledge of UPS/Battery and Emergency Generator systems
• Proficient in working with motors and motor controls, including Variable Frequency Drives
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, provide recommendations and implement short- and long-term solutions
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplined Operations, Engineering, Trades and Planning teams
• Work with minimal supervision, independently or in a team setting
• Advanced computer skills, including SAP and MS Office suite

You Can Stand Out If:

• You are passionate about your work and put care and thought into all that you do.
• You are responsible and follow through with your commitments to others and to safety.
• You are innovative and are willing to challenge your biases when problem solving.
• You are collaborative, inclusive, and work well with others towards team goals.

Additional Information:

• Relocation will be considered for this position
• Compensation will be commensurate with education and experience
• This role requires up to 10% travel
• Work will be conducted both indoors and outdoors in all seasons
• Positions will include some lifting and climbing of ladders within various levels of the units
• Overtime and callouts are a requirement of the role due to the 24 hour per day plant operation
• In order to fulfil the duties of this role, the successful candidate will be required to wear respiratory protective equipment. Candidate must successfully pass a fit test and be physically able to wear a respirator
• The successful candidate is required to provide proof of a valid driver’s license

Why NOVA Chemicals?

NOVA Chemicals’ flexible benefit programs are designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees, because when it comes to benefits, everyone has different priorities. Our benefits offerings will vary based on your work location and are an element of the “Total Rewards” package used to reward employees.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request.