Electrician

Opportunity Reference #
300-53-21
Location
Cochrane
Posting Date
Closing Date
Ongoing
Ongoing


POSITION:                 Electrician   

REPORTS TO:           Equipment Supervisor

DEPARTMENT:          Rail Mechanical

LOCATION:                Cochrane

REFERENCE:             300-53-21


ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:

Responsible for completely and independently planning, laying out, repairing, dismantling, rebuilding, maintaining, installing, and fabricating equipment. This position includes troubleshooting of all types of electrical, electronic and digital equipment (AC or DC) on a number of equipment that includes locomotives, passenger coaches, shop machinery and mobile equipment.  In addition, the position responsibility will include structural maintenance such as electricity and lighting on buildings, powerhouses, other structures and yards. 


MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Installs and maintains all types of electrical equipment on machinery, locomotives, car and special track equipment
  • Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs and tests electrical equipment
  • Performs adjustments and calibrations to electrical equipment
  • Performs modifications and constructs electrical assemblies
  • Performs preventative maintenance work
  • Services, tests and replaces all components used in electronic circuits
  • Plans and performs job layouts
  • Works from blueprints, circuit diagrams or schematics
  • Uses hand tools and various electrical testing devices and instruments
  • Works according to Industrial Electronics and National Electrical Codes
  • Operates equipment such as overhead or mobile cranes and forklifts to assist in assignments
  • Adapts to new methods, processes, material and equipment
  • Follows prescribed safety procedures including the use of safety clothing and equipment
  • May work various shifts and on weekends and some work outdoors in adverse weather

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Grade 12 Ontario Secondary School (OSSD) Diploma or General Educational Diploma (GED)
  • Certificate of Qualification as Electrician (Construction 309A or Industrial 442A) or within final year of apprenticeship in the same identified trade
  • Must have served an apprenticeship
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)
  • Excellent organizational and planning skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of safety codes and has demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious manner
  • Committed to Company Health and Safety
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
  • Good working knowledge of computers an asset

 

CLOSING DATE:  Ongoing until position is filled.

 

Qualified individuals are invited to apply by submitting a current resume and covering letter (provided in one document) quoting:  Reference 300-53-21 to:


jobs@ontarionorthland.ca

 

Ontario Northland is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources.