**Industrial Electrician**
**Job Description**
The Industrial Electrician maintains, repairs, and improves robotic weld cells, production equipment, and electrical systems throughout the facility.

This role focuses on safely troubleshooting complex automation systems, performing preventative and predictive maintenance, and installing components on new and existing machinery to support efficient and reliable production operations.
**Responsibilities**
Maintain and repair robotic weld cells and electrical systems within the building and on equipment, responding to requests and issued work orders.

Safely troubleshoot various automotive stamping and production equipment to minimize downtime and ensure reliable operation.

Diagnose and resolve issues with variable frequency drives (VFDs), servomotors, and network communication devices.

Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on all mechanical and electrical equipment to prevent failures and extend equipment life.

Repair, troubleshoot, and install machinery, control systems, and automation components in accordance with established standards.

Develop and implement innovative solutions to improve existing robotics and other machinery, enhancing efficiency and performance.

Source and coordinate replacement parts through electrical suppliers as required for maintenance and repair activities.

Use electronic data collection equipment efficiently to record maintenance activities, equipment status, and performance information.

Perform all duties in alignment with 5S standards, maintaining an organized, clean, and efficient work area.

Ensure all work completed complies with applicable codes, standards, and internal procedures.

Follow instructions and procedures as outlined in Work Area Reference Manuals applicable to the department.

Adhere to processes and instructions as defined in the Process House documentation for the department.

Comply with all company HR policies and procedures in the performance of daily activities.

Work safely at all times, following safety policies and procedures, and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.

Maintain a safe work area for self and colleagues, promptly reporting unsafe working conditions, unsafe practices, and work-related injuries to a supervisor or manager.
**Essential Skills**
Completion of an Ontario Certificate of Qualification 309A and/or 442A as an Electrician.

Minimum of 2+ years of experience working as an industrial electrician in a plant environment.

Heavy automation experience, including work with Siemens and similar industrial automation platforms.

Strong ability to troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLCs), including Siemens PLCs.

Knowledge of Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs, including programming, data collection, and troubleshooting.

Demonstrated experience with preventative and predictive maintenance on industrial electrical and mechanical equipment.

Ability to safely troubleshoot automotive stamping and production equipment.

Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing VFDs, servomotors, and network communication devices.

Capability to repair, install, and improve machinery, control systems, and automation equipment.

Commitment to working safely, following safety policies, and using appropriate PPE.





Ability to work in accordance with 5S standards and internal process documentation.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
Certificate in Programmable Logic Control is an asset.

Experience with electronic data collection equipment for maintenance and production reporting.

Familiarity with industrial electrical systems in automotive manufacturing or similar high-volume production environments.

Ability to identify and implement improvements to robotics and automated machinery.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to equipment reliability and performance.

Willingness to follow structured procedures and documentation such as Work Area Reference Manuals and Process House guidelines.
**Why Work Here?**
Employees benefit from a supportive environment that values well-being, professional growth, and long-term stability.

Comprehensive benefits such as extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, disability insurance, and a wellness program support overall health.

Financial and career development are encouraged through RRSP matching, profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Casual dress, company events, paid time off, and on-site parking contribute to a comfortable and balanced work experience.
**Work Environment**
The role is based in an automotive manufacturing facility that produces lightweight metal components for global auto manufacturers as a Tier 1 and Tier 2 supplier.

The environment is highly automated, with robotic weld cells, heavy automation systems, PLC-controlled equipment, and advanced production technologies.

Work is performed on the plant floor and within building electrical systems, requiring adherence to safety procedures and consistent use of personal protective equipment.

The facility emphasizes organization and cleanliness through 5S standards, and employees typically work in casual attire appropriate for an industrial setting while complying with all safety and PPE requirements
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Permanent position based out of Kitchener, ON.
**Pay and Perks**
The pay range for this position is $72550.00 - $88213.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Kitchener,ON.
**À propos d'Aerotek**
Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l'aviation, des installations et de la maintenance.

Nous offrons l'expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l'industrie nord-américaine.

Basée à Hanover, au Maryland,



Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l'Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année.

Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d'affaires.

Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu'un programme d'aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d'égalité d'accès à l'emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l'âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l'origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'identité de genre, de l'information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.
**Ordonnance sur l'égalité des chances de San Francisco:**
Conformément à l'Ordonnance sur l'égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.
**Utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle (IA):**
Nous pouvons utiliser l'intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d'embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l'évaluation des candidatures.

L'IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement.

En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l'aide d'outils d'IA.
**About Aerotek**
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance.

We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry.

Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year.

Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions.

To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
**San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:**
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):**
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team.

By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

📌 Electrician (Kitchener)
🏢 Aerotek
📍 Kitchener