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Electrical technician

Posted by: Milestone Automation Solutions Inc.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • Performs tasks related to the installation, maintenance, calibration and repair of electrical/electronic systems.
  • Responsible for making PLC and HMI program changes, installations or updates to maintain proper operations.
  • Assists in the installation, maintenance and repair of interior wiring systems, electrical equipment, conduit, cable, transformers, switching equipment etc.
  • Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical and control related problems in the field.
  • Support new panel builds, program, installations and modifications.
  • Assist in inspecting, testing and adjusting electronic components.
  • Repair or replace control devices such as switches, proximity sensors, push buttons, contactors, motor starts, thermocouples, etc. as needed.
  • Detect, troubleshoot, and repair malfunctions in all types of equipment including hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical functions.
  • Read electrical drawings for conveyors, machines.
  • Install and configure robot applications.
  • Programming of Allen Bradley and Omron PLCs,HMI ’ s, Vision Systems and networking.
  • Comply with all legislated and company health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and programs, including lockout/tagout.

Essential skills:

  • PLC programming experience using multiple types of software such as Rockwell, Siemens or Omron.
  • Ability to understand, create and modify electrical drawings, process & instrumentation diagrams and schematics when required.
  • Experience with automated equipment and systems.
  • Basic understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • Experience with Industrial Robots (FANUC, ABB, MITSUBISHI etc.).
  • Must be proficient with Allen Bradley Logix 500/5000, Automation Direct, Panasonic.
  • Assist in inspecting, testing and adjusting electronic components.
  • Controls troubleshooting.
  • Must be legally eligible to work for any employer in Canada (for example, by way of Canadian citizenship, permanent residency)
  • Must be familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the regulations that apply to this work.

Prerequisites:

  • Registered Apprenticeship certificate( as an Industrial Electrician (442A) or as a Construction Electrician (309A)) or equivalent experience.
  • 2 years of related experience in an industrial environment.
  • A college diploma/certificate in IT or Electrical Engineering.
  • Valid driver's license.

How to apply

By email

cmichalski@milestoneautomation.com

By phone

905-696-9199 Between 10:00 AM and 05:00 PM

What you must include in your application:

  • Cover letter
  • Answers to the following screening questions:
    • Are you authorized to work in Canada?
    • Are you available for shift or on-call work?
    • Are you available to start as soon as possible?
    • Do you have experience working in this field?
    • Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?

What might be required by the employer later in the hiring process:

  • Proof of the requested certifications
  • Highest level of education and name of institution where it was completed

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