Electrician

Electrician

WHO WE ARE

Brought on through the electrification of the automotive industry, Vari-Form is experiencing several new business opportunities. Vari-Form’s solution provides a lightweight, environmentally friendly, low-cost alternative to traditional stamped and welded components. We form parts using water and believe that the future of manufacturing and automotive can benefit from this technology.

The selected candidate will be joining the maintenance team responsible for effective troubleshooting, repair, and the continuous improvement of plant processes through automation and the newest technology.

We are excited to be growing and are looking forward to learning from you.

WHAT WE OFFER

• $38.52/hour, plus afternoon and midnight shift premium
• $43.52/hour – Dual Trade (combination of millwright, electrician and/or tool & die maker)
• 1.5x ($57.75/hour) for work over 40 hours a week
• 2x ($77.04/hour) for work on Sundays/Stat holidays
• Defined Contribution (DC) pension plan with company contributing up to 5% of earnings
• Comprehensive health, dental, disability, and life benefit package
• Family and employee assistance programs
• Paid sick days and vacation
• Paid Vari-Form holidays
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Uniform, work boots, prescription safety glasses allowance
• Tools provided
• Yearly vehicle discounts, employee pricing (A plan) Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Fiat vehicles
• Employee recognition, service awards, BBQs, and other employee appreciation events

THE POSITION   

• Two-week rotation - midnights, afternoons, days
• Install, maintain and repair electronic control systems such as D.C. drives, process controllers, through the application of tests, inspections, and troubleshooting diagnostics.
• Maintain electrical equipment such as motors, switches, switch boards, and electrical mechanisms in good repair and operating condition.
• Programs and maintains PLC's, ensuring that programming meets the requirements established for the effective operation of production equipment.
• Performs various duties such as replacing defective wiring and making connections to new electrical installations.
• Actively participates in the development and achievement of team quality goals and objectives, continuous improvement ideas and projects, and environmental objectives and targets.

WHAT YOU OFFER

• Certificate of Qualification in Industrial/Construction Electrician recognized by the Ontario Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities.
• Experience in an automotive environment.
• Ability to install, troubleshoot, and maintain electrical and electronic components such as motors, switches, DC drives, PLC's, robots and sensors.
• Knowledge of current electrical codes.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, robotics, pneumatics, and welding.
• Familiarity with computerized preventative maintenance systems.
• Demonstrates interpersonal, communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.  Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.