Plant Electrician - WPCP

Anishinabek Employment & Training Services; Northwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

OMERS pension

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

The City of Thunder Bay is seeking two full-time Plant Electricians for the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP). You will maintain and test electrical systems, participate in the facility maintenance program, and plan upgrades with a focus on reliable treatment and safety.

Ideal candidates hold a Grade 12 and a Red Seal (442A or 309A) with PLC/SCADA experience. The role offers a stable daytime schedule, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits in Thunder Bay.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent per Ministry guidelines.
• Red Seal Industrial Electrician (442A) or Red Seal Electrician – Construction (309A) & Maintenance.
• Experience with PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Fire Alarm Endorsement desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Plant’s maintenance system and recommend changes.
• Install, repair, maintain, and test electrical fixtures and control equipment.
• Procure equipment and spare parts as needed; manage inventory.
• Provide lead duties as Operator or Lead of Electrical when required.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

SCADA

PLC

Problem solving

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Red Seal Industrial Electrician (442A)

Red Seal Electrician – Construction (309A)

Tools

SCADA systems

Programmable Logic Controllers

Maintenance experience

Job description

City Manager's Office Thunder Bay, Ontario P7E6H8

As a Plant Electrician – Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), you’ll be part of a high-impact team transforming wastewater into clean water for all. Our team is committed to protecting the integrity of the environment by providing primary and secondary wastewater treatment, phosphorus and ammonia removal and sludge digestion for the City of Thunder Bay. We provide innovative and cost-effective ways to sustain and manage our wastewater treatment process.

Work-Life Balance Advantages

• Working straight days - working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
• No Shift work, no night shift.
• A clean, well-maintained facility where meaningful work is achieved.

Here you’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive team environment, where you have an opportunity to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the community, and appreciation is part of the culture.

Employment Type

Full Time

Job Occupation Type

Electrician

Total Positions

2

Wage

$47.20

Hours/Week

0

Days of Work

n/a

Closing Date / Apply By

10/13/2026

Start Date

n/a

Duties

As a Plant Electrician at the City of Thunder Bay Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), you will:

• Participate in the Plant’s facility maintenance system and recommend changes or modifications to such systemsPlan, install, repair, maintain, connect, test electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment and wiring for systems of alarm, communication, light, heat, and power in buildings or other structures.
• Purchase equipment, material and parts required and recommend spare parts for inventory.
• Perform the duties of an Operator or Lead of Electrical when required.
• Recommend changes to existing systems and equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• OMERS Defined Benefit pension plan for a secure future
• Work hours – Mondays to Fridays (8:30 am to 4:30 pm)
• Amazing team environment built on respect and inclusivity
• Paid vacation, holidays, and a voluntary leave purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement, mentorship, and leadership development, including certification support
• Life insurance & accidental death and dismemberment insurance (1.5 times annual salary)
• Wellness and family support programs

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent as per the Ministry of Environment certification guidelines
• Red Seal Industrial Electrician (442A) or Red Seal Electrician – Construction (309A) & Maintenance
• Must have proven experience with Programmable Logic Controllers, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems
• Fire Alarm Endorsement would be desirable

General Information

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Ontario Human Rights Code: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

Any certificates that have photo identification

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

Accommodation: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

Privacy: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate