Maritime Electrical Technician – Lock & Bridge Systems

St. Lawrence Seaway; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Defined benefit pension plan

Group insurance

Virtual healthcare

Up to 8 weeks of paid vacation

Employee and family assistance program

Professional development

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation in St. Catharines, Ontario, is hiring a Canal Services Technician - Electrical to support vessel transit, remotely control locks and bridges, and perform electrical maintenance.

The role requires an electrician certification and 2–5 years in industrial maintenance, with PLC experience and strong safety practices. Offers comprehensive training, pension, insurance, up to 8 weeks vacation, and opportunities for professional development as part of a dynamic

Qualifications

• Provincial Certificate of Qualification as Electrician - Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A) or Industrial Electrician (442A) in Ontario OR Licence C in Quebec.
• Completion of Canal Structures Operator training program.
• Valid Class G (ON) or Class 5 (QC) driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Two to five years in industrial maintenance of control systems and electrical equipment.
• Knowledge of PLCs, soft starters, variable speed drives, ethernet and fiber optics.

Responsibilities

• Complete and record work orders related to maintenance and respond to breakdowns to minimize navigation disruption.
• Operate lock and bridge equipment and monitor vessel transit and water levels.
• Record and maintain transit data in electronic systems.
• Perform general housekeeping and civil work in the lock areas.
• Ensure safety compliance and implement safe work practices.

Education

Electrician license Ontario

Canal Structures Operator training

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation in St. Catharines, Ontario, is hiring a Canal Services Technician - Electrical to support vessel transit, remotely control locks and bridges, and perform electrical maintenance.

The role requires an electrician certification and 2–5 years in industrial maintenance, with PLC experience and strong safety practices. Offers comprehensive training, pension, insurance, up to 8 weeks vacation, and opportunities for professional development as part of a dynamic