Maintenance Technician – Electrician (Red Seal Electrician)

Vitalus Nutrition Inc.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Vitalus Nutrition Inc. in Abbotsford, BC, is seeking a Maintenance Technician – Electrician to keep our production systems running safely and efficiently in a highly automated dairy ingredients plant.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and support continuous improvement while adhering to strict safety standards and shift rotations.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Electrician certification required, or 4th Year Apprentice considered.
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Strong electrical diagnostics and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices and a strong safety record.
• Flexibility to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns and implement effective solutions that keep operations running.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability.
• Identify potential issues before they become production problems.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout and other required maintenance protocols.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and share knowledge with teammates.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Preventive maintenance

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Red Seal Electrician certification

4th Year Apprentice eligible

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Maintenance Regular Full Time Abbotsford, BC, Canada, BC, CA

Salary Range: $43.00 To $46.00 Hourly

Keep Critical Systems Running at Their Best

This position is based in Abbotsford

At Vitalus, we’re unlocking the nutritional value of milk and helping improve lives through high-quality dairy ingredients. As a Maintenance Technician – Electrician, you'll play a critical role in keeping our production systems running safely, efficiently, and reliably. This is an opportunity to apply your electrical expertise in a highly automated manufacturing environment where problem-solving, continuous improvement, and teamwork drive success. You'll make a direct impact on production uptime while helping shape the future of our operations.

Is This You?

• Your electrical troubleshooting expertise, hands-on approach, and commitment to safety make you the person others rely on when equipment issues arise.
• You enjoy diagnosing complex problems, finding practical solutions, and keeping critical systems operating at peak performance.
• You're ready to grow your career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where learning and continuous improvement are valued.

What You'll Do

Keep Production Moving

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Respond quickly to breakdowns and implement effective solutions that keep operations running smoothly.

Drive Preventive Maintenance

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and performance.
• Identify potential issues before they become production problems.

Operate Safely and Efficiently

• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout and other required maintenance protocols.
• Support the safe operation of plant utilities and related equipment.

Improve How We Work

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment performance and maintenance practices.
• Share knowledge, support teammates, and help strengthen maintenance processes and documentation.

What You'll Bring

• Red Seal Electrician certification (4th Year Apprentices will also be considered).
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Strong electrical diagnostics and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to safe work practices and a strong safety record.
• Ability to prioritize work, adapt quickly, and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in food manufacturing, automated production systems, Power Engineering, or maintenance management systems is considered an asset.
• Flexibility to work 12-hour rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays