Company Description Grow Your Career with Techo-Bloc -- Join Our Team!
Who We Are:
Why Join Us:
- Family-owned company with a strong team culture
- Opportunities for growth and promotion from within
- Supportive, employee-focused environment
- A chance to be part of something exceptional
Job Description What you'll do as an Electrical Controls Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and repair electrical and mechanical systems (hydraulics, pneumatics, drives, bearings, gears).
- Perform preventative maintenance using standardized procedures.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with automation systems (PLC, I/O, VFDs, fieldbus, communication networks).
- Replace or commission automation devices, including basic configuration or reloading backups.
- Analyze and resolve electrical and control system issues throughout the plant.
- Maintain and update technical documentation (electrical diagrams, installation notes, etc.).
- Support continuous improvement efforts to minimize downtime and improve plant efficiency.
What We're Looking For: Certification
Experience
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of industrial electronics and process controls
- Proficient in reading and troubleshooting from electrical diagrams
- Skilled in using diagnostic tools (multimeter, oscilloscope, etc.) to troubleshoot 24VDC, 240VAC, and 480VAC systems
- Hands-on experience with control panels, relays, contactors, and safety systems
- Familiarity with PLCs (Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMIs; ability to read and reload PLC programs from backup
- Working knowledge of VFDs (SEW, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Lenze)
- Experience with fieldbus systems (Profibus, Profinet, ASi)
- Comfortable working with ASi-Safe and Profisafe systems is an asset
Network \& Software
- Basic networking knowledge (IP/MAC addresses, routers, switches)
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project)
- Familiarity with AutoCAD for updating electrical drawings
- Bonus: experience with Microsoft Visual Studio (C#, Visual Basic)
Mechanical Knowledge
- Basic understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics
- Mechanical aptitude and interest are essential
Other Qualities
- Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
- Demonstrated ability to perform preventative maintenance
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented industrial setting
- Adaptable to changing priorities and able to work cross-functionally
Why join Techo-Bloc?
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Competitive salary:
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Competitive base wage($44.66 to $55.30/hour)
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Night Shift Premium ($2.50/hour)
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End of year Bonus
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Referral Bonuses
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Modern, clean, illuminated and high-tech facility
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Group insurance plan
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Company matching RRSP
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Free access to a virtual family doctor through virtual care
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Awesome uniforms and swag
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Employee discounts on Techo-Bloc's products
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP available 24/7)
