Licensed Electrician - Woodstock, Canada - Vuteq Canada Inc.

    Vuteq Canada Inc.
    Vuteq Canada Inc. Woodstock, Canada

    Found in: Talent CA C2 - 1 week ago

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    Description

    Position Title: LicensedElectrician

    Date Posted:

    Department: Maintenance

    Closing Date:

    Reports To: Maintenance Manager

    Number of Positions: 1

    Shift: full time, 3 shift rotation

    Job Summary

    Plans layout installs, and repairs wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus and control equipment. Also repairs and maintains machinery and equipment by performing specific duties.

    Duties and Responsibilities

  • Measures, cuts, bends, threads, assembles, and installs electrical conduit; connects wiring to lighting fixtures and power equipment
  • Installs control, and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit-breaker panels
  • Completes equipment PM work orders, provide feedback on activities and changes to improve the service of equipment
  • Plans, designs and performs new equipment installations; repairs faulty equipment or systems
  • Knowledge of motor theory and VFD controls and possesses ability to troubleshoot complete drive systems Would be an asset
  • Observes mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
  • Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
  • Repair/replace defective parts; lubricate/inspect/clean machine parts as per machinery PM procedures
  • Connects wiring and hydraulic lines to install electrical and hydraulic components
  • Diagnosis and replaces faulty mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components of machines and equipment, would be an asset
  • Understand and interpret schematic drawings and symbols, as well as manufacturers' manuals and specifications and logic diagrams for pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic systems
  • Understand PLC programming and interpreting ladder logic for troubleshooting, revisions or new equipment installations. Ability to upload/download programs and troubleshoot PLC hardware using laptop computer would be an asset.
  • Understanding of power distribution and protection device ratings and proper installation practices. Also required to be competent in the safe operation, modification, and maintenance of plant power systems
  • Comply with Ontario Electrical Safety Code regulations for installations and modifications. Required to log activities and review with Inspection authorities for approvals
  • Required to have basic understanding of OHSA regulations on machine safety devices and guarding. Also may be required to modify equipment to meet PreStart to Health and Safety requirements
  • Understand and practice safe working procedures. Use personal protective equipment with lockout/isolation procedures as required. Understand the specific environmental aspects and impacts of maintenance duties and work towards reducing them
  • Use fall arrest and safe work practices at elevated heights using Skyjack or ladders to do installations, servicing or removal of plant equipment
  • Ability to communicate openly and clearly with fellow team members, read/write/understand specific work instructions and procedures, and practice sharing information with others
  • Perform other maintenance duties as assigned to meet departmental responsibilities
  • Job Qualifications

    Education

  • Must possess a current 442 or a minimum 309A Electrician Certificate.
  • Experience

  • Formal manufacturing electrical experience an asset
  • Advanced training/understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electronics of PLC's a preferred asset
  • Ability to upload, download programs and troubleshoot PLC hardware using laptop computer
  • Skills and Abilities

  • Good hand-eye coordination and flexibility
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of organization
  • Ability to multitask
  • Other

  • Must have a valid driver's license