Electrician

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!
 

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Electrician to join our team of skilled professionals based at our Hawkesbury plant, ON. Our manufacturing plant produces premium roofing shingles in a high speed, continuous, asphalt shingle manufacturing process environment.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary function of this role is to maximize plant performance through troubleshooting, repair and upgrade of electrical equipment.

LOCATION

IKO Industries Ltd. 1451 Spence Avenue, Hawkesbury, ON

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive salary: $47.34 an hour
• Competitive health, dental and insurance plans
• Competitive matched retirement savings program
• The opportunity to join a continuously growing organization with focus on Diversity and Inclusion
• The opportunity to work with an industry leader in manufacturing

JOB DUTIES:

• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components such as switches, relays, circuit breakers and fuse disconnects
• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain industrial, electrical and electronic control systems and other related devices
• Work with computers, AC/DC drives, HMI’s and PLC’s
• Read and interpret Electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records
• Maintain spare parts inventory
• Work closely with Operations and Mechanical Maintenance personnel
• Plan and oversee testing and calibration of electrical and electronic equipment and tools on a scheduled basis
• Comply with internal and corporate policies, procedures and regulations with respect to Health & Safety
• Respond to emergency situations as necessary
• Perform other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Manager
• The position is subject to shift/weekend work and availability for on call in emergency

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Industrial Electrician 442A
• Electrical Engineering Degree or Diploma is a plus
• Must have knowledge of AC/DC Drives, Relay Logic, RS logix 500 and control logix Programming
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a continuous manufacturing environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to work collaboratively
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Please apply in confidence outlining your qualifications, experience and salary expectations.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those who are considered for an interview will be contacted.

BENEFITS:

• Health Insurance (includes Virtual Health, and HCSA)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term Disability
• Short-term Disability
• RRSP Match
• Paid Vacation
• 2x Floating Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events

IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

DIVERSITY AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.

IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.
 

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.