Electrician
- Cambridge, ON, Canada
Hourly rate of $44.50+ · Full-time
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- Hourly rate of $44.50+
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Original job description
$44.50+/hour + shift premiums + weekly overtime opportunities
Cambridge
We are hiring a licensed electrician to support steel production and plant operations. In this hands-on role, you’ll install, troubleshoot, repair, and program electrical and electronic equipment across the mill, including PLCs, AC/DC motor controls, drives, cranes, and rolling mill controls.
Shift Schedule
Cambridge
We are hiring a licensed electrician to support steel production and plant operations. In this hands-on role, you’ll install, troubleshoot, repair, and program electrical and electronic equipment across the mill, including PLCs, AC/DC motor controls, drives, cranes, and rolling mill controls.
Shift Schedule
- Rotating shifts required.- Continental Shifts
- Hourly rate of $44.50+
- Weekly overtime opportunities.
- Shift premiums averaging approximately $575 annually.
- Annual cost-of-living increases based on the Consumer Price Index.
- Paid statutory holidays.
- 100% company-paid health and dental benefits.
- Basic life and accidental life insurance.
- Pension/RSP plan with up to a 5% company contribution and no mandatory employee contributions.
- 100% company-paid Employee Assistance Program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Annual tool allowance of $200.
- Company-provided uniforms.
- Install, troubleshoot, repair, modify, calibrate, test, and program electrical and electronic equipment used in steel production.
- Troubleshoot AC/DC motor controls, PLCs, electrical drives, and power systems up to 600 V.
- Perform equipment rounds and preventive maintenance on shop machinery, mobile equipment, HVAC systems, PLC networks, and cranes. Repair or replace worn components as needed.
- Service the electrical components of pumps, motors, cranes, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Lay out, install, and maintain rolling mill loop controls, secondary distribution centres, programmable control sequences, and operator control panels. Balance electrical loads and wire complex circuits.
- Interpret electrical schematics and blueprints. Use diagnostic equipment such as digital voltmeters, recorders, and oscilloscopes to locate faults.
- Document work performed, repairs completed, and materials used. Provide technical support and help train maintenance and production coworkers as needed.
- Operate cranes, lifts, and forklifts as needed, following rigging, PPE, and site safety requirements. Complete routine checks and upkeep on mobile equipment.
- Work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision, maintain an orderly work area, and participate in Gerdau Business System (GBS) practices.
- Valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Electrician (442A) or Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A).
- Intermediate knowledge of AC/DC motors, drives, and electrical controls, with the ability to troubleshoot using PLCs.
- Knowledge of high-voltage power systems and NFPA 70E, with experience applying arc-flash safety requirements.
- Basic computer skills and SAP experience.
- Strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and the ability to work with production staff and other trades.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and successfully complete the required medical and ergonomic assessments and background, education, and criminal record checks.
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Responsibilities
Install, troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, test, and program electrical and electronic equipment used in steel production, including PLCs, motors, drives, cranes, and rolling mill controls. Perform preventive maintenance, document work, support and train coworkers, and follow site safety practices while working as part of a self-directed team.
Requirements
Requires a valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Electrician (442A) or Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A), along with intermediate knowledge of motors, drives, controls, PLC troubleshooting, high-voltage systems, and NFPA 70E arc-flash safety. Candidates must have basic computer skills, SAP experience, strong communication and teamwork abilities, and be able to work rotating shifts and complete required assessments and background checks.
Skills
- Industrial Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Installation and Repair
- PLC Troubleshooting and Programming
- AC/DC Motor Controls
- Electrical Drives
- Power Systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Crane and Mobile Equipment Maintenance
- Electrical Schematics and Blueprints
- Electrical Testing and Diagnostics
- High-Voltage Systems
- Arc-Flash Safety
- Load Balancing and Circuit Wiring
- SAP
- Technical Support and Training
- Workplace Safety
Benefits
- Weekly Overtime Opportunities
- Shift Premiums
- Annual Cost-of-Living Increases
- Paid Statutory Holidays
- Company-Paid Health and Dental Benefits
- Life and Accidental Death Insurance
- Pension and RSP Plan
- Company Pension Contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual Tool Allowance
- Company-Provided Uniforms
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Melissa Zicarelli
Hiring contact email
Melissa.zicarelli@toptiertalentgroup.com
Categories
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Industrial Electrician
- Ontario Certificate of Qualification
- 442A
- 309A
- Steel Production
- Plant Operations
- PLC Networks
- AC/DC Motors
- Motor Controls
- Electrical Drives
- Power Systems
- 600 V
- High-Voltage Systems
- NFPA 70E
- Arc-Flash Safety
- Rolling Mill Controls
- Loop Controls
- Operator Control Panels
- Electrical Schematics
- Blueprints
- Digital Voltmeters
- Recorders
- Oscilloscopes
- Cranes
- Forklifts
- Hydraulic Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Preventive Maintenance