Industrial Electrician (Afternoon Shift)

At Longboard Architectural Products, we change the face of architecture by designing and manufacturing premium extruded aluminum solutions. Our innovative products set industry standards for durability, aesthetics, and sustainability.

Recognized as one of Canada's Top Small or Medium Sized Employers in 2024, we offer a supportive and fun-loving culture that prioritizes kindness, collaboration, and physical and emotional safety. Through team-building activities such as monthly lunches, parties, and charitable events, we foster a strong sense of community and belonging across our organization.

We are seeking a dependable and proactive Electrician to join our dynamic team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

This role is responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial electrical systems and equipment to support safe and efficient operations. The Electrician will work with a variety of electrical components and control systems, including PLC equipment, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and electrical codes.

This position is based at our Abbotsford facility on Clearbrook Road, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday from 12:00 PM to 10:30 PM.

This is a hands-on role in a manufacturing environment that requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to manage priorities effectively.

You are a skilled and safety-focused Electrician with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. You thrive in an industrial environment and bring both electrical and mechanical expertise, along with a proactive approach to maintenance and troubleshooting.

• Red Seal Electrical certification
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as an electrician in an industrial environment
• Strong expertise with PLC controls
• Familiarity with industrial and electrical laws
• Excellent understanding of safety rules in an industrial setting

• Strong mechanical, analytical, and solution-driven mindset
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and measuring devices
• Ability to schedule work, balance priorities, and meet deadlines
• Strong electrical and mechanical abilities
• Experience working with automation and conveyors
• Ability to use basic tools and machinery
• Flexibility to work late hours, overtime, and weekends when required
• Willingness to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting heavy objects, climbing ladders, and crawling

• Installation and Setup

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications
• Install electrical wiring, conduits, feeders, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components

• Maintenance and Repairs

• Maintain, repair, install, and test electrical systems and equipment
• Work with switchgear, transformers, switchboards, meters, regulators, and reactors
• Maintain and repair electrical motors, generators, alternators, storage batteries, and control systems

• Troubleshooting

• Test electrical and electronic equipment for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance
• Troubleshoot industrial electrical and electronic control systems and related devices

• PLC & Control Systems

• Maintain, repair, test, and install PLC equipment
• Work with hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems

• Preventive Maintenance & Documentation

• Conduct preventive maintenance programs
• Maintain accurate maintenance records

Our team at Longboard Architectural Products is collaborative, energetic, and community-driven. We create an environment where employees feel supported, engaged, and connected through shared experiences, recognition programs, and team initiatives.

• Competitive hourly rate between $38.00 - $44.00 (+ 6% Afternoon Shift Premium), based on experience and qualifications
• Quarterly bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health Spending and Wellness Spending Accounts, Catastrophic Insurance, and Travel Insurance
• RRSP matching up to 4%
• People-first culture focused on growth, work-life balance, and development

Longboard Architectural Products is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Hiring decisions are based on skills, experience, and alignment with our values.

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