Job Title: Industrial Electrician – Red Seal Certified

Company: Merlin Plastics Group

Location: 351 Gifford Street, New Westminster, BC

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | In-Person

About Merlin Plastics

Merlin Plastics is a pioneer in the plastics recycling industry. With facilities across Western Canada, we specialize in converting post-consumer and post-industrial plastics into high-quality recycled products. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability drives everything we do — from reducing landfill waste to creating a circular economy in the industry.

Job Overview The Industrial Electrician will maintain, install, troubleshoot, and repair electrical and control systems in our recycling facility. You’ll work closely with maintenance teams to keep production running safely and efficiently. The role includes tasks related to both preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform preventive maintenance on electrical equipment to minimize downtime
- Troubleshoot, repair, and test motors, PLCs, drives, and control panels
- Work with hydraulic and pneumatic systems to ensure safe, efficient function
- Maintain and install electrical wiring, fixtures, and systems per Canadian Electrical Code
- Read and interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and manuals
- Identify hazards, recommend solutions, and advise if equipment operation poses risks
- Inspect and ensure compliance with safety standards and plant SOPs
- Install conduit and pull wire for system upgrades and expansions
- Assist in mechanical work as needed, including dusting and cleaning motors and panels
- Maintain accurate logs of inspections, repairs, and adjustments
- Ensure cleanliness of work area and perform housekeeping tasks regularly




- Be available for emergency callouts as per schedule rotation
- Follow plant lockout/tagout procedures
- Report unsafe conditions immediately to maintenance or management
- Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills and Qualifications

- Red Seal Certification – Industrial Electrician (Mandatory)
- Minimum 5 years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
- Ability to read and work from electrical blueprints and control schematics
- Experience with hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- Strong knowledge of PLCs, motors, electrical panels, and drives
- Skilled in electrical testing using voltmeters, ohmmeters, and ammeters
- Good mechanical aptitude; able to assist with fabrication and rigging
- Experience operating forklifts or aerial/scissor lifts is an asset
- Comfortable working from ladders or lifts when needed
- Strong troubleshooting and decision-making abilities
- Able to work independently or collaboratively under pressure
- Commitment to safety, organization, and attention to detail

Benefits

- Vacation Pay: 4% of total wages or two weeks at regular pay (whichever is greater)
- Group Benefits (after 3 months):
- Dental and extended health coverage
- Life and AD&D; insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- RRSP match program
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Free on-site parking
- Opportunity for overtime
- Diverse and inclusive workplace
- In-person work with a safety-first culture

Schedule

- Monday to Friday
- Occasional weekends as needed
- Rotational shifts
- Must be available for after-hours callouts

Job Type: Full-time Pay: $38.00-$41.00 per hour

Perks

- Company events
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match

Work Location: In person

📌 Industrial Electrician – Red Seal Certified (New Westminster)
🏢 Merlin plastics
📍 New Westminster