Licensed Electrician

Position Title: LicensedElectrician

Date Posted:

Department: Maintenance 

Closing Date: 

Reports To: Maintenance Manager 

Number of Positions: 1

Shift: full time, 3 shift rotation

Job Summary

Plans layout installs, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment. Also repairs and maintains machinery and equipment by performing specific duties.

Duties and Responsibilities 

Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit; connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment Installs control, and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels Completes equipment PM work orders, provide feedback on activities and changes to improve the service of equipment Plans, designs and performs new equipment installations; repairs faulty equipment or systems Knowledge of motor theory and VFD controls and possesses ability to troubleshoot complete drive systems Would be an asset  Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts Repair/replace defective parts; lubricate/inspect/clean machine parts as per machinery PM procedures Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical and hydraulic components Diagnosis and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment, would be an asset Understand and interpret schematic drawings and symbols, as well as manufacturers’ manuals and specifications and logic diagrams for pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic systems Understand PLC programming and interpreting ladder logic for troubleshooting, revisions or new equipment installations. Ability to upload/download programs and troubleshoot PLC hardware using laptop computer would be an asset. Understanding of power distribution and protection device ratings and proper installation practices. Also required to be competent in the safe operation, modification, and maintenance of plant power systems Comply with Ontario Electrical Safety Code regulations for installations and modifications. Required to log activities and review with Inspection authorities for approvals Required to have basic understanding of OHSA regulations on machine safety devices and guarding. Also may be required to modify equipment to meet PreStart to Health and Safety requirements Understand and practice safe working procedures. Use personal protective equipment with lockout/isolation procedures as required. Understand the specific environmental aspects and impacts of maintenance duties and work towards reducing them Use fall arrest and safe work practices at elevated heights using Skyjack or ladders to do installations, servicing or removal of plant equipment Ability to communicate openly and clearly with fellow team members, read/write/understand specific work instructions and procedures, and practice sharing information with others Perform other maintenance duties as assigned to meet departmental responsibilities

Job Qualifications

Education

Must possess a current 442 or a minimum 309A Electrician Certificate.

Experience

Formal manufacturing electrical experience an asset  Advanced training/understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronics of PLC’s a preferred asset Ability to upload, download programs and troubleshoot PLC hardware using laptop computer

Skills and Abilities

Good hand-eye coordination and flexibility Exceptional attention to detail Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of organization Ability to multitask 

Other

Must have a valid driver’s license

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