POSITION: Electrician (2 Positions Available)
DEPARTMENT: Remanufacturing & Repair Centre & Rail Mechanical
LOCATION: North Bay
REFERENCE: 400-120-27
RATE OF PAY: $40.55 / hour
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong connections to the communities we serve. With over 1200 skilled professionals, we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
Responsible for completely and independently planning, laying out, repairing, dismantling, rebuilding, maintaining, installing, and fabricating equipment. This position includes troubleshooting of all types of electrical, electronic and digital equipment (AC or DC) on a number of equipment that includes locomotives, passenger coaches, shop machinery and mobile equipment. In addition, the position responsibility will include structural maintenance such as electricity and lighting on buildings, powerhouses, other structures and yards.

MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Installs and maintains all types of electrical equipment on machinery, locomotives, car and special track equipment

Inspects, troubleshoots, repairs and tests electrical equipment





Performs adjustments and calibrations to electrical equipment

Performs modifications and constructs electrical assemblies

Performs preventative maintenance work

Services, tests and replaces all components used in electronic circuits

Plans and performs job layouts

Works from blueprints, circuit diagrams or schematics

Uses hand tools and various electrical testing devices and instruments

Works according to Industrial Electronics and National Electrical Codes

Operates equipment such as overhead or mobile cranes and forklifts to assist in assignments

Adapts to new methods, processes, material and equipment

Follows prescribed safety procedures including the use of safety clothing and equipment

May work various shifts and on weekends and some work outdoors in adverse weather

REQUIREMENTS:

Certificate of Qualification as Electrician (Construction 309A or Industrial 442A)

Must have served an apprenticeship

Experience working within a unionized environment

Valuable interpersonal and communication skills (oral & written)

Excellent organizational and planning skills

Demonstrated knowledge of safety codes and has demonstrated ability to work in a safety conscious manner

Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment





Good working knowledge of computers an asset

Commitment to Health and Safety

CLOSING DATE: September 7, 2026, no later than 11:59 p.m
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

If it is determined that any information provided in the application or during the recruitment process is false, misleading, or incomplete, Ontario Northland may discontinue your candidacy from further consideration.

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the unique skills and experience each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

ONTC does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make or inform hiring decisions. We do use an external applicant tracking system (ATS) to help manage applications efficiently. While the ATS may apply basic automated filters or sorting functions, all applications are reviewed and evaluated by human recruiters.

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📌 Electrician (Ontario)
🏢 Ontario Northland
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