IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

Would you like to ply your trade in a state-of-the-art production facility? If so, we have an exciting upcoming opportunity for an Electrician to join our growing team based at our extrusion plant facility located in Scarborough, ON.

Do not miss the opportunity to join an engaging team of people-centric professionals, leaders, problem solvers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Address: 807 Pharmacy Ave, Scarborough, ON M1L 3K2

Salary range: $46 - 48/hour

The Industrial Electrician will focus on the troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of electrical and electronic control systems, panels and devices in the maintenance . This role reports into the Maintenance Manager with an emphasis on ensuring machines and equipment are well maintained to facilitate production requirements and machine manufacturer's specifications.

• Maintain, repair, install and test transformers, electrical motors, generators, industrial storage batteries, and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems.
• Plan and layout work assignments from complex blueprints, sketches or verbal instruction and accomplish these assignments with the maximum efficiency.
• Capable of inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining and repairing electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.
• Competently and safely use all tools and operate all machinery and equipment necessary for the efficient repair and maintenance of company property.
• Test electrical equipment and components for continuity, current voltage, and resistance.
• Conduct preventative maintenance programs and keep accurate maintenance records.
• Work with other classifications of employees to perform all necessary activities required to get equipment and machinery back into operation in minimum time.
• Maintain good housekeeping and conduct of behavior in a safe and orderly manner as per the company polices and safe work practices.
• Participate in SMP initiatives, conduct routine SMP Preventative Maintenance checks and support 5S program and new Energy Conservation Initiative..
• Perform a variety of other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Must have current certification of an Ontario Provincial (442A, or 309A) or an Inter-provincial (Red Seal) Trade Qualification as an Electrician.
• Must have experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code (CEC)
• Experience working with plastics (PVC) extrusion and/or injection molding is a strong asset
• Must be self-motivated to work independently under minimal direction and have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must have own basic tools
• Flexible to work on-call if required

Benefits

• Fully subsidized comprehensive benefits package
• Annual plant performance bonus
• Paid training, skills upgrade and advancement opportunities
• Annual safety shoe allowance
• Uniforms (cleaning service included), PPE, and tools provided
• Opportunity for overtime

Incumbent spends almost 100% of their time in the plant environment requiring varying degrees of moderate physical labor. Lifting, pulling, pushing heavy objects (50-100lbs), standing and walking cover the majority of the work. Personal safety is affected by exposure to heat, dust, noise levels and the use of equipment such as sharp blades and presses. Considerable amount of sensory attention is required. Limited control of work pace and unexpected workflow bring considerable stresses to this position.

IPEX is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant's accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at [email protected]