Industrial Electrician

Join Our Team as an Electrician at Johnson Electric!

Location: Ancaster, Ontario (onsite)
Salary Range: $42.21–$45.16 per hour
Vacancy Type: Replacement & new positions. Future position pipeline.
Supplemental Pay: Shift premiums
Schedule: Days, afternoons, evenings, continental shifts, and weekends.

As our next Electrician, you’ll be a key member of the Maintenance team, responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, refurbishing, installing, and starting up production and test equipment. Your electrical and controls expertise will be crucial in supporting automated manufacturing systems, equipment reliability, and high-volume production.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Innovative Environment: Work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects that push the boundaries of what’s possible.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development through training programs and workshops.
• Collaborative Culture: A supportive and collaborative work environment where teamwork and knowledge sharing are encouraged.
• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary packages and comprehensive benefits that reward your hard work and dedication.
• Career Advancement: Clear career paths and opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Maintain, repair, refurbish, and support production equipment and facilities.
• Troubleshoot CNC, PLC, robotic and automated assembly equipment, VFDs, sensors, motor controls, and safety circuits.
• Repair, assemble, debug, install, and start up electrical and automated manufacturing equipment.
• Support planned maintenance and emergency breakdown response to minimize downtime.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical manuals, and equipment documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams on new equipment installations, upgrades, and manufacturing projects.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability, safety, and maintenance effectiveness.
• Ensure all work complies with company Safety, Quality, Environmental, and Production Systems.

What We’re Looking For:

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid 442A and/or 309A Electrician Certificate of Qualification in good standing.
• Completion of a recognized Electrician Apprenticeship.
• 1–5 years of post-qualification industrial electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting CNC, PLC, robotic, or automated assembly equipment in a high-volume production setting.
• Strong hands-on electrical and controls troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, diagnostic, and communication skills.

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Fanuc robot experience.
• Exposure to hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Strong knowledge of PLC systems, CNC equipment, motor controls, automation systems, and industrial electrical distribution.

How to Apply: Apply online at www.johnsonelectric.com - We can’t wait to meet you!

What we offer:

Johnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset, our people, can flourish. Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.

Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team

Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.