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Electrician

@ Wabtec

Wallaceburg, Ontario

On-siteFull-time2+ years experience
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Overview

Wabtec Foundry is hiring a licensed plant electrician for its industrial foundry. The role repairs, maintains and installs electrical equipment and wiring, performs preventative maintenance, and supports continuous improvement, reporting to the Facilities Manager. Requires an Ontario electrical licence (442A or 309A considered) and at least 2 years of industrial experience.

Responsibilities:

  • Repair and maintain plant equipment and electrical systems
  • Perform inspections and preventative electrical maintenance
  • Troubleshoot equipment and carry out repairs with other trades
  • Ensure electrical work meets code and identify workplace hazards

Requirements summary:

  • Ontario electrical licence (442A or 309A considered)
  • Minimum 2 years industrial experience
  • Willing to work flexible shifts
  • Experience with hand and power tools
  • English written and oral communication

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Employer posting date
2026-01-20
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Experience2+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Perks mentionedRetirement plan, Performance bonus, Paid training

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Revolutionize the way the world moves for future generations

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Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation.

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  • 30 Isabella St, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15212, US
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Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services. Whether it's freight rail, transit, mining, industrial or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people - together - are accelerating the future of transportation.

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IndustryRailroad Equipment Manufacturing
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Organization typePublic Company
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Job description

Job Description

Electrician

Job Description

Wabtec Foundry is currently seeking a Plant Electrician to join our team. This role requires a licensed Electrician with experience in an Industrial setting, who is versatile and practical, with strong troubleshooting skills.

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the Plant Electrician will be responsible for addressing any equipment issues to support production activities, inspections and preventative maintenance on all equipment as required, support for continuous improvement efforts in the plant.

Responsibilities:

  • Repairs and maintains all equipment and machines within the building to ensure the efficient, safe operation of all machinery with the shortest down-time
  • Inspects all machinery for defects and potential problems in accordance with preventative maintenance program, repairing and replacing parts as required
  • Modifies machinery and equipment as needed to support continuous improvement efforts
  • Repairs, maintains and installs electrical components, wiring and electrical equipment of all machinery and facilities of the plant
  • Works with other skilled trades in the plant to troubleshoot and repair equipment
  • Works with management and peers to plan repairs and projects
  • Troubleshoots equipment issues and carries out necessary repairs
  • Ensures all electrical parts, wiring and equipment conform to electrical code requirements and are operating in a safe, efficient manner
  • Identify and report any hazard(s) in the workplace
  • Performs preventative electrical maintenance procedures as required
  • Conducts electrical tests and maintains maintenance and repair records as required
  • Complies with all company rules, policies and regulations
  • Practices good housekeeping
  • Performs other duties as may be assigned
  • Works with or assists other maintenance employees with other types of repairs, troubleshooting or removal/install of equipment when needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Electrical License issued in Ontario (442A or 309A considered)
  • Minimum of 2 years or more experience in an industrial environment
  • Willing to be flexible for shift coverage
  • Experience using hand and power tools
  • Ability to communicate in English (written and oral)
  • Able to work independently and also be a team player
  • Willing to take challenges and show initiative
  • Exhibits strong work ethic

Additional Information

Our job titles may span more than one career level. The salary rate for this role is currently $0-0 The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at mywabtecbenefits.com. Other benefit offerings for this role may include annual bonus, if eligible.

What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First?

At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other.

If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you.

Who are we?

Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike.

Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com.

Culture powers us and the possibilities.

We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

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