Industrial Electrician

West Coast Reduction Ltd. • Vancouver, BC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

West Coast Reduction Ltd. is seeking a full-time Industrial Electrician for their Vancouver Plant location. This role is responsible for the maintenance, installation, calibration, and troubleshooting of all electrical instrumentation and plant equipment. Adherence to WCRL safety procedures and processes is a requirement.

Requirements

• Possession of a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or an interprovincial Electrical Red Seal Certification
• 5 years of experience in production or similar environment or industry
• Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, with strong communication skills
• Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures
• Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance
• Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily
• Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and animal by-products

Nice To Haves

• Industrial Instrumentation & Control Mechanic Certification (Red Seal) is considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Utilize various Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems for troubleshooting and programming including Schneider Electric PLC’s and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), Unity Programming, Profibus, and Wonderware Graphics
• Troubleshoot Wonderware HMI software including set up of workstations and remote panels
• May be asked to safely operate forklifts and other hoisting devices when necessary
• Provide recommendations for improvements to equipment and processes
• Produce basic electrical drawings
• Accurately Measure, calculate, and interpret electrical values, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards
• Use a wide variety of hand power tools, including mobile equipment in a safe manner
• Mentor Apprentices through their professional development
• Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands
• Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities
• Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. policies
• Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values
• Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Continuous in-house training opportunities available
• Comprehensive compensation package offered to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits
• Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed