Plant Electrician - WPCP - Full-Time

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

OMERS Defined Benefit pension

Weekdays schedule

Team environment

Paid vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement & leadership dev

Life insurance & AD&D

Wellness programs

Job summary

City of Thunder Bay is seeking a Plant Electrician for the Water Pollution Control Plant to maintain and improve electrical systems that support wastewater treatment. You will work on PLCs and SCADA, participate in facility upkeep, and contribute to a safe, efficient environment for the community.

The role offers a daytime schedule, a collaborative team, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and certification support within a respected public employer.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent per ministry guidelines.
• Red Seal Electrician with 442A or 309A certificates.
• Proven experience with PLCs and SCADA systems.
• Fire Alarm Endorsement desirable.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Plant’s maintenance system and propose changes to systems.
• Plan, install, repair, maintain electrical fixtures and control equipment.
• Purchase equipment, materials and spare parts; manage inventory.
• Perform Operator or Lead of Electrical duties when required.

Skills

Programmable Logic Controllers

SCADA

Electrical maintenance

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Red Seal Electrician (442A) or Red Seal Electrician – Construction (309A) & Maintenance

Tools

SCADA systems

Programmable Logic Controllers

Job description

Where Your Well-being Matters. Your Growth is Supported. And You Thrive.

At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs, where your work directly enhances lives and strengthens our community. The community values a high quality of life and promotes a clean, green, beautiful and healthy environment that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity and provides affordable and safe neighborhoods that are accessible to all.

Working at the City’s municipally operated Water Pollution Control Plant, your well-being, growth, and impact matter every day. We invest in your future through comprehensive benefits, a secure pension, and meaningful career development opportunities. You’ll also enjoy life in a city known for its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community.

Join us and discover how fulfilling a plant electrician career can be, where you have the time, support, and resources to truly make a difference.

Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day

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.

At the WPCP, we focus on work-life balance, including such advantages as:

• 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.

Whether you are early in your career, highly experienced or just want to return to your beloved Thunder Bay, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence make a real impact on the community.

How You’ll Impact the Community

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 systems Plan, 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.

What You Can Count On With Us

We’re proud to offer a workplace where your well-being, growth, and sense of purpose come first:

• 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

What You Bring to the Team

• 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

Ready to bring your skills, expertise, and heart to a team where you can truly make a difference? Join us as Plant Electrician and enjoy a career that offers purpose, support, and the opportunity to grow.

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:

• Photos
• Any certificates that have photo identification
• Driver’s licences
• Police records checks

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 Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone]

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