$44.50+/hour + shift premiums + weekly overtime opportunities
Cambridge
We are hiring a licensed electrician to support steel production and plant operations. In this hands-on role, you’ll install, troubleshoot, repair, and program electrical and electronic equipment across the mill, including PLCs, AC/DC motor controls, drives, cranes, and rolling mill controls.
Shift Schedule
- Rotating shifts required.- Continental Shifts
Benefits
- Hourly rate of $44.50+
- Weekly overtime opportunities.
- Shift premiums averaging approximately $575 annually.
- Annual cost-of-living increases based on the Consumer Price Index.
- Paid statutory holidays.
- 100% company-paid health and dental benefits.
- Basic life and accidental life insurance.
- Pension/RSP plan with up to a 5% company contribution and no mandatory employee contributions.
- 100% company-paid Employee Assistance Program.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Annual tool allowance of $200.
- Company-provided uniforms.
Responsibilities
- Install, troubleshoot, repair, modify, calibrate, test, and program electrical and electronic equipment used in steel production.
- Troubleshoot AC/DC motor controls, PLCs, electrical drives, and power systems up to 600 V.
- Perform equipment rounds and preventive maintenance on shop machinery, mobile equipment, HVAC systems, PLC networks, and cranes. Repair or replace worn components as needed.
- Service the electrical components of pumps, motors, cranes, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Lay out, install, and maintain rolling mill loop controls, secondary distribution centres, programmable control sequences, and operator control panels. Balance electrical loads and wire complex circuits.
- Interpret electrical schematics and blueprints. Use diagnostic equipment such as digital voltmeters, recorders, and oscilloscopes to locate faults.
- Document work performed, repairs completed, and materials used. Provide technical support and help train maintenance and production coworkers as needed.
- Operate cranes, lifts, and forklifts as needed, following rigging, PPE, and site safety requirements. Complete routine checks and upkeep on mobile equipment.
- Work as part of a self-directed team with limited supervision, maintain an orderly work area, and participate in Gerdau Business System (GBS) practices.
Qualifications
- Valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Electrician (442A) or Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A).
- Intermediate knowledge of AC/DC motors, drives, and electrical controls, with the ability to troubleshoot using PLCs.
- Knowledge of high-voltage power systems and NFPA 70E, with experience applying arc-flash safety requirements.
- Basic computer skills and SAP experience.
- Strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and the ability to work with production staff and other trades.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and successfully complete the required medical and ergonomic assessments and background, education, and criminal record checks.
Please email Melissa.zicarelli@toptiertalentgroup.com for more information.
