The Opportunity
An Ontario licensed Industrial/Construction Electrician will perform tasks to maintain, install and repair electrical systems in accordance with standard operating procedures and ESA/ Ontario Building Code. S/he will report to the Maintenance Manager, however, will receive directions from the Production Supervisor(s) on daily work that requires completion.

Reason for vacancy
Existing Headcount

Base Salary
$38.95 per hour

Snapshot Of a Day-in-the-Life

Trouble shoot electrical circuits/devices, PLC’s and have a proactive approach to solving problems

Read and interpret electrical schematics, identify required parts for repairs

Interact with ESA Inspectors and maintain the ESA Logbook

Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs

Operate all power truck equipment, such as stacker, forklift, elevated work platform and walkie/rider.

Maintain a clean and tidy work area(s).

Manage own work sequence.

Complete required documentation accurately and neatly.

Follow standard operating procedures.

Perform duties in accordance with all regulatory bodies.

Adhere to all food safety, health & safety, HACCP, WHMIS and good manufacturing practices guidelines and applicable statutes and procedures.

Commitment to Maple Leaf Foods Safety Promise.

Contributes to a healthy work environment, while maintaining high food safety and health and safety standards

Take action to correct any issues and to make improvements

Maintains productivity that meets/exceeds standards

Contributes to the team and the whole facility in a positive way

Other responsibilities as required

Work cross functionally with other trades/employees

What You’ll Bring

Valid Provincial Certificate for Industrial or Construction Electrician

Experience with computers, paperwork accuracy, and SAP

Successfully pass in house power truck/ elevated work platform theoretical and practical training and tests

Positive communication skills, able to speak and read English

Physically fit to perform required tasks including heaving lifting greater than 25kgs





Ability to follow directions and work as a team player

Must be willing and flexible to work shifts as scheduled

REQUIRED SKILLS, ABILITY & EXPERIENCE:

Able to work in a fast-paced work environment with repetitive tasks

Variable temperatures

Able to stand and walk throughout the shift

Able to perform repetitive lifting and shoveling

Basic computer experience and knowledge with SAP is an asset

Can work well in a team environment and support fellow team members

Highly motivated and able to work well with minimal supervision.

Sense of urgency, attention to detail and ownership in quality of work

What We Offer At Maple Leaf Foods

Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.

An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.

About Us
We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition, safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada. Join us on the journey. Let’s build a better future, together.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We’re on a journey to become the most sustainable protein company – not just in Canada – but on earth.





We’re a global food company with approximately 10,000 team members. We operate sites in 20+ locations across Canada. We also have locations in the U.S. and Mexico, and do business in Asia.

We are carbon neutral.

We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets.

A diverse and inclusive work environment
Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values. We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. We’re so much stronger when we know we’re accepted and valued for who we are and what we each bring to the workplace.

We embrace a strong, values-based culture

Doing What’s Right

Shared Value

High Performance

Diverse and Inclusive Teams

Disciplined Decision Making

Our Accountability

Intense Curiosity

Transparency and Humility

We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

The above base salary reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part-time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours.

Disclaimer: Please note that salaries posted on sites other than the MLF Careers Page are not a reflection of Maple Leaf Foods and are an estimated salary range provided by that particular job board. Maple Leaf Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team.

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📌 Electrician (Ontario)
🏢 Maple Leaf Foods
📍 Ontario