Electrical & Instrument Mechanic

*** $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS ***

Who We Are and What We Do:
At Corteva Agriscience, you will help us grow what's next. No matter your role, you will be part of a team building the future of agriculture – solving the world's food problems through innovation, technology, and putting people first.

Corteva has an exciting opportunity for a Maintenance Electrician to join our team at our Lethbridge, Alberta site.

What You Will Do:

• You will always work safely and follow all safety policies and procedures to ensure you, and your colleagues go home safe every day.
• As a maintenance team member, your primary role will be to support production operations through the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of various electrical systems and equipment. 
• Ensure the operation of company equipment, including, but not limited to, electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, and control devices.
• Perform electrical repairs, service, troubleshooting, and scheduled equipment inspections, following the prescribed guidelines and procedures.
• Review and assist program leaders and teams with the electrical safety program to ensure adherence.
• Adhere to all quality systems & safety procedures, including environmental regulations.
• Make recommendations for improved safety through electrical programs and/or process changes.
• Team members will be required to work with the maintenance supervisor, coordinator and specialist on work queues, work orders and projects. Help organize and plan work, including seasonal shutdowns.
• Assist maintenance team members with their daily work tasks as needed.
• Assist production team members with their daily work tasks as needed.
• Perform overtime hours, including weekend work, as required during seasonal peaks.
• Scheduled on-call coverage required during seasonal peaks.
• Various other duties as required by the needs of the business.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Alberta Electrical Journeyman certificate or Interprovincial Red Seal Electrical Journeyman certificate

What Skills You Need:

• An attitude of curiosity. Willing to be mentored and willing to mentor professional skills as applicable to daily tasks.
• Rotating day and evening shifts.
• Valid Class "5" driver's license required and able to obtain a driver's abstract.
• Industrial electrical maintenance work experience
• Knowledge and experience in maintaining, repairing, installing, and troubleshooting industrial electrical panels and equipment up to 600V are required.
• Knowledge and experience troubleshooting electrical issues related to motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC are required.
• Knowledge and experience in maintaining, repairing, troubleshooting, and installing MCPs, ICPs, fire and securing systems, and communications systems are required.
• You possess working knowledge of and are willing and able to interpret the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
• An understanding of PLC automation (Allen Bradly) and ladder logic is an asset.
• General knowledge and some experience troubleshooting mechanical issues related to motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, and HVAC are required.
• Adapt easily to changes in plans and effectively triage multiple trouble calls.
• You are willing and able to do the following with or without reasonable accommodation: climb and/or work in elevated areas, stand and sit for extended periods, and work both outdoors and indoors in hot, cold, wet, and dry conditions.
• You are comfortable with technology, possess good computer aptitude, and are willing and able to learn other company-specific applications as required.
• Experience using an electronic maintenance module such as SAP R3 is an asset.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. and perform work involving repetitive motion and/or lifting.
• You have good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• You maintain an organized workplace and have excellent critical thinking skills.

Work Authorization & Relocation:

• VISA Sponsorship is not available for this position
• A relocation package is not offered for this position

Site Dedicated (100% at Corteva location):

• This role will be on site at our Corteva location