POSITION:           Electrician
DEPARTMENT:     Rail Mechanical
LOCATION:          Englehart
REFERENCE:      300-116B-25
RATE OF PAY:      $38.78/hr.

WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We employ over 900 skilled professionals and are over 120 years old and proud of our heritage and connection to the communities we serve. We are focused on moving forward with the goal of being a valued leader in transportation. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, 3 paid personal leave days along with 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) or within final year of apprenticeship in the same identified trade
• Must have served an apprenticeship
• Experience working within a unionized environment
• Good 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
• Committed to Company Health and Safety
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Good working knowledge of computers an asset

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE:  December 1, 2024, no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.

TO APPLY: https://ontarionorthland.applytojob.com/apply/XyNX69q5Pj

At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity.  We value the unique skills and experiences 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 an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

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