- AGRAWEST FOODS LTD. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POSITION AVAILABLE: Electrician
Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Electrician/Electronic Technician is responsible for the safe operation of control, instrumentation, electrical systems and troubleshooting the Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) in the Processing and Waste Treatment plants.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE - Troubleshooting the PLC’s in the Processing and Waste Treatment plants - Undertakes a regular inspection and preventative maintenance of the electrical systems - Perform and oversee planned and emergency repairs to these systems - Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for PLC and motor control systems - Troubleshoot problems with PLC control and instrumentation equipment - Oversee the work of other technicians working on the electrical control systems - Assist and train other technicians/electricians in the performance of their duties - Operate tools and equipment as required - Maintain required reports - Perform any other duties assigned as may be required - May be required to work a rotating shift schedule for production coverage - In the absence of the Maintenance Manager, supervise and oversee maintenance personnel as required - Follows all housekeeping policies according to good manufacturing practices
QUALIFICATIONS - Diploma or certificate in Electronic Control and Instrumentation from community college or trade school (or equivalent combination of education and training) - Mechanical aptitude - Good writing, communication, and math skills - Ability to analyze, troubleshoot and correct situations - Computer literacy required and familiarity with PC based Windows operating systems - Experience with programming and troubleshooting of PLC’s - Experience with preventive maintenance programs and applications - Read and interpret schematics and blueprints - Minimum Grade 12 education
Job Types: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: $23.32-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
