Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Requisition Number: 46613

A Day in the Life
Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Electrician is responsible for supporting the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment within the Hamilton Crush and Edible Oils facilities. The role is essential for ensuring safe, reliable plant operations while supporting maintenance projects, equipment performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Position Details

Permanent full‑time position

Shift work on a rotating schedule; overtime may be required based on operational needs

Unionized position represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW) Local 175

Hourly rate: $49.99

What You’ll Be Doing

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical equipment, including conveyors, elevators, pumps, motors, control panels, and process systems

Troubleshoot equipment issues, determine root causes of failures, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence

Utilize technical documentation, drawings, and maintenance systems to diagnose and repair equipment

Operate forklifts and other material‑handling equipment as required

Execute work in accordance with established safety procedures and company policies

Participate in plant safety initiatives, hazard identification, and continuous improvement activities

Collaborate with maintenance, operations, contractors, and other site personnel to support plant objectives

Participate in an on‑call rotation and respond to after‑hours maintenance requirements as needed

Maintain housekeeping standards within assigned work areas

Support the training and development of new maintenance employees

Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and a commitment to Bunge's Core Values

Perform other duties as assigned

Skills & Experience Requirements





Valid Ontario Certificate of Qualification as a 309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician or 442A Industrial Electrician with Red Seal endorsement

Minimum of five (5) years of industrial electrical experience

Strong knowledge of process automation systems, PLCs, electronic instrumentation, and industrial electrical equipment

Ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and control systems

Ability to read and interpret shop prints, schematics, and engineering drawings

Experience with preventive maintenance programs and electrical testing equipment

Knowledge of predictive maintenance techniques is an asset

Knowledge of HACCP and GMP food safety programs is an asset

Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (e.g., SAP) is an asset

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast‑paced setting

Ability to safely operate a forklift

Physical & Working Conditions

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Ability to work in environments with extreme temperatures, dust, grease, oil, fumes, and potential electrical hazards

Ability to climb ladders and work at heights

Ability to work in confined spaces when properly permitted and monitored

Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, and perform physical tasks for extended periods

Ability to wear all required PPE, including specialized protective equipment when required

Safety Commitment
Commitment to supply safe food, maintain a food safety culture within the site, continually improve the site's food safety management system, and comply with customer and regulatory requirements.

EEO Statement and Accommodations
Bunge Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultivating a diverse culture. If you require accommodations due to a disability or other protected characteristic during the recruitment process, please contact us by sending an email to [email protected].

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📌 Maintenance Electrician (Ontario)
🏢 Bunge
📍 Ontario