Maintenance Electrical Technician - Coaldale, Canada - Whole Leaf

Whole Leaf
Whole Leaf
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Coaldale, Canada

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Maintenance Electrical Technician

Whole Leaf
Star Produce Ltd. (The Star Group)

Coaldale, AB


Status:
Full Time


Hours/Shift:6:00am - 2:30pm, Alternating weeks of Monday to Thursday or Monday to Saturday


Wage:
$35/hour


Whole Leaf, part of the Star Group of companies, is on a mission to grow Canada's best-tasting and most sustainable lettuce, 365 days a year. Our 12-acre greenhouse facility near Coaldale, Alberta, is one of the most technologically advanced lettuce greenhouses on earth, producing Inspired Greens and Inspired Leaves for customers across Canada. Innovations in the use of robotics, integrated pest management, water conservation and automation help make Inspired Greens a clean, healthy and delicious choice. Thanks to customer-favorites products such as our whole-head living lettuce and ready-to-eat cut greens, Whole Leaf's products are in high demand across the country. Join Whole Leaf and set the bar for Canadian-grown fresh produce.
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The greenhouse is located outside of Coaldale and we ask that individuals have reliable transportation to and from work_


Focus


The Electrical Maintenance Technician position performs a range of maintenance activities that are vital to the smooth daily operation and success of our business.

Ensuring that all equipment and building utilities are functioning at peak performance is the key focus.

The Electrical Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, inspection, breakdown, installation, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical food processing equipment and systems, always consistent with company and governmental standards of safety (OHS, CSA, and Food Safety).


Key Accountabilities:


  • Perform preventative maintenance, inspection, breakdown, installation, troubleshooting and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment and systems
  • Perform emergency/unscheduled repairs, minimizing impact on production
  • Keep record of preventative maintenance tasks, corrective action and downtime reporting
  • Comply with and enforce safety standards (OHS, CSA, and Food Safety)
  • Test, diagnose and repair electronic control circuits, components, assemblies and systems
  • Coordinate and work with licensed trades people and thirdparty contractors when needed
  • Participate in the commissioning of new equipment (training, installation, etc.); and decommissioning
  • Keep organized and maintain inventory of all equipment, tools, and spare parts, manuals, and warranties

Key Attributes and Skills
- (Strong electrical trouble shooting skills

  • Able to work on a large variety of voltages and electronics
  • Able to read and interpret wiring diagrams and schematic drawings
  • Comfortable and confident safely using a variety of tools (handheld/power) and equipment
  • Attention to detail
  • Mechanically inclined problemsolving skills
  • Superior communication (English language) and interpersonal skills
  • Excellent time management skills and able to work under pressure; flexible
  • Able to work irregular hours when necessary
  • Takes initiative as well as direction
  • Physically fit; able to lift > 50 lbs; stand/work on feet for extended period of time; repetitive and strenuous tasks in uncomfortable conditions (confined spaces, extreme hot/cold temperatures, and humidity)

Education and Experience:


  • Red Seal Journeyman Electrician Certificate required
  • Other trades certificates considered an asset
  • Recent experience working in a similar position
  • Experience working with the following systems: conveyors, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, controls/PLCs
  • Knowledge and experience working with variable frequency drives considered an asset
  • Current/valid Forklift Operator, Driver's License and First Aid Certificate considered assets

Working Conditions

  • Hours may be irregular and in excess of 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.
  • Work outside ordinary office hours (including weekends and holidays) may be required.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in hot and humid climates found in greenhouses.
  • Standing and walking for two to three hours in a row
  • Lifting up to 50lbs
  • Climb ladders and stairs regularly throughout the day
  • Crouching and kneeling

About the Star Group


We love fresh produce
The Star Group operates in every facet of the produce industry, growing fruits and vegetables in our Canadian greenhouses, partnering with growers across Canada and importing the best and freshest from around the world.

Our brands are Just Picked, Big Taste and Inspired Greens, and we believe our products are raising the bar for Canadian produce.

If you embody our values of Passion, Persistence and Teamwork and would like to be part of the future of food in Canada, we would love to meet you


Why Us?

  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Positive and fun work environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Be part of an exciting industry

How to Apply

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