Industrial Electrician - Red Seal or Apprentice

Overview

Create value at TC Transcontinental.

At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team.

We have been driving innovation since 1976.

Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing.

Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries.

With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services.

We are looking for an Industrial Electrican or 4th Year Apprentice to support production at our Halifax, NS plant.  

Responsibilities

When your actions lead to success:

• Install, upgrade, test, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical wiring, fixtures, control devices, and projection equipment.
• Repair and replace electric and electronic components (motors, contractors, relays, timers, switches, motor controls, etc.)
• Run power supply lines to new and/or relocated equipment and wire new control panels.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on production and auxiliary equipment.
• Splice and terminate electrical conductors, test electrical and electronic equipment for proper function.
• Respond to mechanical breakdowns and ensure proper function on completion.
• Ability to complete rebuilds and modify equipment operation using parts and techniques to improve efficiency and according to manufacturer’s specs.
• Machine installation and/or move as required including initial set-up.

Qualifications

When your expertise drives us:

• Certificate of qualification – Red Seal.
• Apprentice at Level 4 will be considered.
• Experience in Manufacturing, Industrial environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of PLC/HMI an asset.
• In depth knowledge of motor control, AD/DC motor drives, trouble shooting skills and HMI’s.
• Demonstrated troubleshooter - problem solving and technical skills.
• Strong teamwork values, priority driven with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility, adaptable team player with excellent communication, organizational, time management and planning skills.
• Priority driven, self-motivated with a positive attitude.

When benefits really help you live better:

We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include:

• Competitive compensation, profit sharing and retirement savings plans with company match
• Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more
• Career development opportunities
• A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported

EEO

TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process.

TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate.

We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact [email protected].

Send us your application. Create something with TC Transcontinental.