At a Glance
- Tasks: Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Company: Join IPEX, a leader in advanced plastic piping systems with a people-centric culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy paid holidays, vacation time, and a solid retirement savings plan.
- Other info: Opportunities for growth and continuous improvement in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working with cutting-edge technology and diverse teams.
- Qualifications: Red Seal Electrician certification and 3 years of hands-on experience required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.
We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician.
- This role is based in our
- Langley Plant inand reports to the
Maintenance Manager .
Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!
Job Summary
As a Journeyperson Electrician primarily responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing of electrical instrumentation including VFDS, PLCs and Control panels on extrusion lines.
They will work with a variety of electrical pneumatic and electronic instruments to measure and control variables such as pressures, flow, temperature, level and composition.
- Principal Responsibilities
- Work on variety of obsolete control systems and implement continuous improvement program to update all PLCs, HMIs, DCS and SCADA systems.
- Prepare schematic drawings, sketches, and reports to reflect changes or alterations made on electrical / control circuits and systems.
- Maintain accuracy of flow meters, pressure gages, temperature indicators, controllers, and other recording, indicating, or controlling instruments.
- Calibrate, repair, maintain and adjust system components, and install and maintain instruments and controls on new or existing equipment.
- Plan and layout work assignments from complex blueprints, sketches or verbal instruction and accomplish these assignments with maximum efficiency
- Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems and devices
- Maintain the current controls inventory, propose and implement upgrades to improve equipment reliability.
- Ability to debug PLC (Allen Bradley, Omron, Siemens etc.) programs and make necessary process improvement
- Conduct preventative maintenance programs and keep accurate maintenance records
- Capable of providing training, instruction and direction to apprentices or helpers assigned to them during their duties.
- Update and maintain a real time backup of all PLCs, HMIs, and VFD program.
- Must know and keep updated with all national, provincial and local codes as they affect repair, maintenance and safety.
- Work during emergency situations, plant shut down periods to perform all necessary maintenance and preventive maintenance activities.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience
- Journeyperson certificate as an Electrician required;
- Red Seal Certification and a minimum of 3 years’ hands-on experience on related repair, maintenance and installation of equipment pertinent to a production shop environment.
- Experience in Industrial or Manufacturing
- Proficient experience in electrical panel troubleshooting, Smart Relays, Safety Relays, PID control
- A strong focus on continuous improvement and attention to detail is a must.
- Availability to work non-scheduled overtime for major breakdowns
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation time
- Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (GRRSP)
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Life insurance
IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.
Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs.
- To request an accommodation, please contact HR at askhr@ipexna. com
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Red Seal Journeyperson Certified Electrician employer: IPEX Group
At IPEX, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Oakville, Ontario. As the Director of Codes & Standards, you will not only lead impactful regulatory strategies but also benefit from our commitment to employee growth through continuous learning opportunities and a supportive environment. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the plumbing, municipal, and electrical sectors while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a hybrid role that promotes work-life balance.
