Electrical Maintenance Tech

bluescopenac; United States; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueScope Coated Products in Canada is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Technician to maintain and repair production equipment and to develop maintenance programs that improve reliability and reduce costs. The role reports to the Maintenance Manager and emphasizes uptime optimization, preventive maintenance, and safety emphasis across the plant.

You will perform troubleshooting on electrical controls, install equipment, and participate in cross-functional maintenance training to strengthen team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Journeyman license with 5+ years in industrial electrical maintenance.
• PLC experience with Allen Bradley platforms (SLC 500, RSLogix 5/500/5000, PLC5, ControlLogix, Micrologix).
• Strong electrical knowledge (circuit breakers and fixtures).
• Demonstrated fault finding and reading blueprints/schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control systems on manufacturing equipment.
• Perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Install or assist in installing new equipment with proper layout and alignment.
• Identify, research, and implement continuous improvement solutions for control systems.
• Maintain clear communication with plant personnel on repairs, parts, and timelines.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

PLC troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Strong communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC

RSLogix 5/500/5000

PanelView

Electrical schematics

Job description

Company Description

BlueScope Coated Products is one of the largest coil coating companies in the United States, with facilities across the country. With more than four decades of expertise providing painted metal coils and toll processing services for industries in the construction and consumer product markets, we pride ourselves on delivering premium quality, reliable service, and ongoing innovation to our customers.

Role Outline

As a member of the BCP Maintenance Team, the Electrical Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for maintaining and repairing the production equipment. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the technician will develop and implement the maintenance programs necessary to ensure the short-term and long-term reliability of the equipment, as well as lead the effort to optimize maintenance costs, maximize equipment availability and reduce unsafe conditions.

Key Focus Areas

• Troubleshoot, repair, problem-solve, and maintain all electrical control problems for all manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshooting machine malfunctions using electronic and PLC techniques
• Performs routine, emergency, and preventive maintenance on all electrical equipment/parts.
• Study equipment manuals to develop audit items and preventative maintenance schedule.
• Install or assist in the installation of new equipment, including proper layout and alignment.
• Makes preventative maintenance checks and inspections as required and on time.
• Identify, research, prepare and present solutions to control problems and continuous improvement projects.
• Evaluate equipment malfunctions with a sense of urgency to minimize downtime.
• Install, replace, or change machine parts and attachments, according to production specifications.
• Modify equipment as necessary to improve safety, quality, productivity, and reliability.
• Roll Grinder duties including safely preparing applicator and squeegee rolls per standard work to support coating quality and paint line production
• Perform tasks in a quality fashion by meeting or exceeding the internal customers' requirements.
• Communicate professionally with plant personnel as to the important repair steps taken, parts ordered, and estimated time to complete the repairs or projects.
• Maintains proper housekeeping expectation for work area, equipment and tools.
• Engages in cross-functional maintenance training and knowledge sharing to strengthen team capability and operational resilience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Foundational Experience

Required Qualifications & Experience: To be considered for this position, you must possess the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED).
• Journeyman licensed with 5+ years of experience in an industrial electrical maintenance position.
• PLC experience, preferably Allen Bradley such as SLC 500, RSlogix 5/500/5000, PLC5, ControlLogix, Micrologix, and Panelview systems
• Strong electrical knowledge (circuit breakers and fixtures).
• Demonstrated fault finding experience.
• Proficient in reading blueprints and schematics.
• Proficient communication skills - particularly, the ability to explain complex electrical issues.
• Must be able to perform physically demanding work, such as climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, twisting, and bending for extended periods of time.
• Reliability, dependability, and self-motivation.

Desired Qualifications

• Metals, coating, roll forming or industrial maintenance experience

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates strong computer proficiency, including the ability to learn and use new systems.
• Demonstrates strong practical aptitude in diagnosing and resolving equipment issues; able to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.
• Good, professional communication skills
• Ability to learn processes, equipment specifications, and company standards through active use of resources, manuals, training, policies, and collaboration with colleagues.
• Ability to work up to 12-hour shifts
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test as a condition of employment

Work Environment

The employee may be required to enter areas that are near moving mechanical parts, with occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals, and extreme cold or heat. The noise level in the work environment is considered moderate and may require the use of hearing protection. The employee will be required to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when accessing certain manufacturing areas.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; sit; bend; stoop; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance. The employee will be required to be capable of lifting a