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Industrial Electrician

@ Patch & Permasearch

Brampton, Ontario

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Overview

Patch & Permasearch is hiring an experienced Industrial Electrician on a long-term contract for a Canadian family-owned bakery's food manufacturing plant. The work covers installing, repairing, testing and maintaining industrial electrical systems, motors, switchgear and instrumentation, with preventive maintenance and records. The afternoon shift runs 3:30 PM to 11:30 PM, and journeyman experience or an apprenticeship is required.

Responsibilities:

  • Install, repair and test industrial electrical wiring and components
  • Maintain switchgear, transformers, motors and control systems
  • Troubleshoot industrial electrical and electronic control systems
  • Perform preventive maintenance and keep accurate records
  • Support equipment reliability in a fast-paced food plant

Requirements summary:

  • Journeyman experience or apprenticeship completion
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems and codes
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and blueprints
  • Comfortable with physically demanding tasks and ladder work
  • Previous food manufacturing experience highly preferred

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Employer posting date
2026-10-08
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-10-16

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Scheduleevening
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer low
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsJourneyman electrician
EducationHigh school (required)

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Job description

Our client, a Canadian family-owned bakery, is looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician to join their team.

This is a long-term opportunity through our agency for an experienced electrician who wants to build a career in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment.

Shift: Afternoon – 3:30 PM to 11:30 PM

Key Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret electrical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications.
  • Install, inspect, replace, and repair industrial electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cables, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components.
  • Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
  • Maintain, repair, install, and test switchgear, transformers, switchboards, meters, regulators, and reactors.
  • Maintain, repair, test, and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial batteries, and hydraulic/pneumatic electrical control systems.
  • Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems and related equipment.
  • Perform preventive maintenance programs and maintain accurate maintenance records.
  • Install, maintain, and calibrate industrial instrumentation and related devices as required.
  • Support reliable operation of equipment in a fast-paced food manufacturing facility.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Journeyman experience or completion of an apprenticeship program.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, hand tools, and industrial equipment.
  • Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and regulations.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documents.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
  • Comfortable performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting, climbing ladders, crawling, and working around industrial equipment.
  • Previous experience in food manufacturing, or other food-processing environments is highly preferred.

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