We are looking for a Senior Electronics Technician in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. The successful candidate will get to work for a great locally owned and operated business on Vancouver Island.

Our client is the largest Federal Signal Distributor in Canada and one of the largest Motorola two way radio dealers in British Columbia. They are minutes from downtown Victoria and very accessible via car or public transit. You will be part of a company that views their employees as a family and offers professional development mentoring programs.

As a Senior Electronic Technician you will be responsible for installation, programming, troubleshooting and repair of fixed and portable radio equipment and related electronic devices in vehicles and at customer sites. Your experience with repeaters and dispatch systems shows you are a leader in the RF field.

Victoria is the capital city of British Columbia, Canada and has a population of approximately 430,000 people. The city benefits from one of Canada’s mildest climates, which allows you to enjoy outdoors activities all year long. Victoria has breath taking views of mountains and you are surrounded by the ocean. You will get to enjoy golfing, hiking, biking and fishing and there are no end of wonderful restaurants and shopping for you and your family in Victoria.  The city was included in the Top 10 Family Vacations in Canada in the Trip Advisor 2011 Travelers’ Choice awards.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $65,000 + DOE per year plus excellent benefits package

Shifts: 9:00 to 5:00pm Monday to Friday with occasional overtime.  Some daytime and overnight travel will be required.

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Education: Knowledge of Electrical Equipment and Electronics acquired through a 2 year college program or equivalent.

Experience:

-Minimum 5 years experience in troubleshooting of radio electronics in the shop and in the field

-Valid driver’s licence and clear driving history

-Mechanical aptitude relating to the installation of radio and antenna equipment

-Expert with the use of signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and R.F. watt meters

-Expert knowledge and use of small hand tools commonly used in the construction of custom built electronics equipment

-Familiarity with vehicle and fixed antenna system to allow for efficient troubleshooting

-Excellent verbal and written communications skills as well as neat appearance and clear sense of team spirit, necessary in working closely with customers  and staff

-Ability to complete work orders, and submit time sheets neatly and in a timely manner

-Networking and I.T. skills are desirable, but optional, as a supplement to good radio skills

Duties and Responsibilities

-Installation, maintenance, troubleshooting

-Repair of the following to-way radio equipment:

-fixed, portable and automotive radios

-dispatch consoles, trunked radio system, radio-over-IP links

-power supplies, antennas, and antenna multi-coupling components

-Programming of radio, pagers, sirens, light bars, license plate reader

-Device modification at the components level to meet design objectives

-Fabrication of small analog and digital circuits

-You will be working in a service shop, in the garage and at the customer locations

-There will be an occasional requirement for climbing ladders and small masts, hiking into remote locations, lifting, and other physical activity, requiring familiarity with Work Safe BC safety guidelines.

-Work is performed both independently and in a team environment

-Technician may be required to move customer vehicles in and out of the garage and in the parking areas.

 

Are you a Journeyman Electrician that would like to work for a company that will not only pay you a competitive wage, but values its employees? Our client, a Canadian forest products company, has a reputation for reliability, stability and unsurpassed customer service to vendors, builders, architects and homeowners.  You will have the opportunity to work for a company that values respect, integrity, safety, excellence and sustainability.

For half a century, our client has been respected as a successful enterprise, built by ingenious, resourceful people who take pride in their work. Known for its innovation, quality, and service, the company supplies markets worldwide with engineered forest products used in construction and industrial applications. Our client values health and safety above all and believes in injury free production.

Barwick is located on the banks of the Rainy River in Northwestern Ontario and, the area is well known for its pulp and paper mill, Museums, its culture and heritage. Barwick is near the Minnesota, USA border and is surrounded by many pristine lakes, rivers and a vast accessible wilderness suited to all types of outdoor adventures such as fishing, hiking, hunting, canoeing and kayaking, bird watching, and snowmobiling.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $31.50 per hour plus comprehensive benefits package. All overtime (excess of 44 hours) paid double time. As of August 1, 2012 the wage will be increased to $32.13 per hour.

Shifts: Reporting to the Electrical Team Leader, the Electrician must be flexible and available to work various shifts.

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Barwick, Ontario

Number of Vacancies: 2

Experience: Experience working on Allen Bradley PLC’s and AC variable speed and DC drives required. Experience with industrial troubleshooting and instrumentation would be an asset.

Education: Certified Ontario Journeyman or Interprovincial Red Seal Electrician ticket required

 

Are you a looking for a career as an Electrical Maintenance Planning Coordinator with a company that considers their employees to be the most valued ingredient in their establishment? While working for this growing Fortune 500 Company you will be recognized and rewarded for your talents while earning a competitive salary!

Our client is the world’s leading producer of concentrated phosphate and potash crop nutrients.  This highly respected company has a world-class mining and processing operation that produces the highest quality of fertilizer and animal feed ingredients. They are also global leader in nourishing crops and deliver distinctive value to the world agriculture.

As the Inflow Electrical Maintenance Planning Coordinator, you will coordinate electrical planning activities relating to capital projects for the Inflow Department as well as schedule and plan the activities for electrical contractors and maintenance personnel to ensure a safe working environment with the maximum effectiveness at a minimum cost.

Esterhazy is a small town of population of 2,602 people, located within commuting distance from Yorkton, SK. The town is situated between two scenic valleys: the Qu’Appelle River Valley and Kaposval Valley. Esterhazy is less than a five hour drive from Saskatoon and less than three hours from Regina, two of Saskatchewan’s largest cities. The city has an abundance of amazing outdoor activities which include: camping, golfing, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking and biking. You will always have something to do in this tight knit community, and be part of a town that is welcoming to new comers and always willing to help a fellow man out.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $90,000- $100,000/year depending upon Experience

Positions: 1

Education: Electrical Trade Certificate / Electrical Engineering Technologist preferred. A Canadian high school diploma or equivalency is required.

Experience:

-Knowledge of high voltage electrical systems and PLC’s.

-Experience in an industrial electrical environment.

- Experience using Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

- Experience with planning preferred.

Requirements:

-Employment is subject to successfully completing pre-employment checks including criminal record, drug and alcohol testing.

-Must be authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities include:

-Contribute to the company’s position as a low cost potash mine by coordinating and directing capital projects for the underground inflow department in a safe & cost effective manner.

-Setting the example by following and enforcing all company safety rules and regulations.

-Coordinate and direct all planning and scheduling functions for the installation of new pumping facilities and infrastructure upgrades.

-Assist engineering department in developing new improved technology for the area.

-Ensure continued personal development of managerial and technical skills to achieve an effective operation by participating in the appropriate training programs and activities.

 

We have an exciting opportunity for an Instrument Mechanic with a company that makes some of the most environmentally responsible paper in the world and is located in beautiful British Columbia. Based out of Port Alberni, the successful candidate will thrive on solving technical challenges, value growth over stability and want a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work.

As a leading North American paper and pulp manufacturer, the company is comprised of a diverse team of 1,800 people including operators, trades people, engineers and technologists, managers, accountants, IT specialists, human resources and other professionals. With facilities on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast in British Columbia, our client values safety, initiative, and personal growth.

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for a wide variety of duties, including supporting the drive for enhanced performance, improved quality and efficiency, as well as reduced costs.

Port Alberni is a waterfront community at the heart of the west coast of Vancouver Island. It is situated at the end of a 48 km long inlet and offers access to wilderness so amazing, you will only realize it when you’re there. As a gateway to the West Coast of Vancouver Island and the Pacific Rim National Park, Barkley and Clayoquot Sounds, world class diving and the incredible sport-fishing available, the surroundings are incredible. Surging rivers filled with salmon and trout compete for attention with a rain forest of giant trees towering more than 61 m (200 ft) into the heavens.  The City of Port Alberni offers a deep sea port, beautiful waterfront quays, an airport, a new hospital, shopping mall, casino, and a well-developed array of recreational facilities and a vast supporting infrastructure often found in much larger cities.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Wage Rate: To be determined by the Collective Agreement

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Port Alberni, British Columbia

Number of Vacancies: 1

Education: Certificate of Qualification in the occupation of Instrument Mechanic. Dual certification (i.e. Electrical/Instrumentation) as well as pulp and paper industry experience would be definite assets

Skills and Abilities:
-Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting
-Superior interpersonal, problem solving and coaching skills
-Ability to work flexibly
-Be a self-starter
-Capable of working in a team environment

 

We have a great opportunity for an Electrical Instrumentation Supervisor (E&I Supervisor) with one of the most modern Thermal Mechanical Pulping mills in Canada. This mill built in the 1990′s is fully enclosed making for excellent working conditions year round. Our client operates over 30 wood product manufacturing units and markets its products worldwide. This is an opportunity to work in a safe environment with stable and happy coworkers.

Reporting to the Manager, Maintenance & Services, the Electrical Instrumentation Supervisor will provide support services to the operating department by directing and coordinating the activities of E & I tradesmen to ensure effective equipment repair, reliability and functionality in order to support the achievement of uptime and productivity targets at lowest possible cost in compliance with company principles and guidelines.

Terms of Employment: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: $90 – $105,000/yr Other Benefits Available

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

Location: Southeastern, British Columbia (1 vacancy)

Education: Completion of college/CEGEP/vocational or technical training
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.): BC Industrial Electrician, BC Instrument Mechanic or Red Seal Certificate

Experience: 3-5 years in an E & I supervisory role

Workers Supervised: Supervise all Electricians (approximately 13) and Instrument Mechanics (approximately 10).

Annual Operating Budget: 21 Million

Major Work Area: Installation, Maintenance, Repair, Testing, Troubleshooting

Type of Establishment/Work Setting Experience: Industrial

Specific Skills: Supervise workers and projects, Coordinate and schedule activities, Train or arrange for training, Ensure adherence to safety standards

Additional Skills: Prepare production and other reports, Estimate material and labour costs, optimize labour and material costs

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Promote and provide a safe work place and support the implementation of a health and safety program.
- Direct and supervise the activities of the E & I trade crew to ensure effective utilization of manpower.
- Ensure maintenance & repair services for all mill HVAC equipment.
- Support problem solving by providing advice or guidance for ongoing troubleshooting or new installations.
- Provide accurate estimating services to identify time and purchased material required for all E & I job requests
- Support the maintenance planners to identify, coordinate and implement all maintenance weekday and shutdown activities in area of accountability.
- Coordinate the distribution of manpower between departments.
- Ensure all electrical & instrumentation systems are in place to provide a reliable source of electricity to the pulp mill and recovery boilers.
- Monitor and maintain effective inspection routes to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and internal needs.
- Effectively use the maintenance management systems including Planning and Scheduling Guidelines.
- Develop and recommend E/I training plans & course selection by assessing current trades skill levels and training needs and defining manpower planning requirements relative to E & I related future capital spending.
- Support annual E & I budget development.
- Ensure full compliance with the collective agreement and foster sound labour relations.
- Follow-up on E & I shift reports & provide scheduled weekend duty coverage.
- Advise and recommend potential problems to mechanical supervisors.