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Electrician 309A (Electrical Technician)

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Overview

We are seeking a licensed 309A Electrician with Instrumentation & Controls experience to support safe, reliable, and efficient operation of our facility. You will install, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize electrical distribution equipment and industrial control systems (PLCs, VFDs, sensors, instrumentation loops) while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and site procedures. Support generators inspection and testing.

Your role

Electrical Maintenance & Construction:

  • Install, commission, troubleshoot and maintain low-voltage and medium-voltage equipment (panels, MCCs, switchgear, transformers, feeders, distribution, lighting, VFD, battery systems, UPS).
  • Perform corrective and preventive maintenance using CMMS; update work orders, drawings, and as-builts.
  • Troubleshoot electrical faults using meters, insulation testers, and IR/thermal inspections; root-cause recurring issues.
  • Execute cable pulls/terminations, tray/conduit work (EMT/RMC/Tray), motor hookups, and VFD integrations.
  • Operate and maintain medium voltage and high voltage systems, perform medium and high voltage LOTOs.

Instrumentation & Controls (I&C):

  • Install, calibrate, and maintain process instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, level, analytical), control valves, and actuators.
  • Commission and troubleshoot PLC- and DCS-based systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley/Siemens), VFDs, and industrial networking (EtherNet/IP/Profinet).
  • Read and update P&IDs, loop drawings, wiring diagrams, and control narratives; maintain I/O lists and ranges.
  • Perform loop checks, signal simulation (4–20 mA, 0–10 V), and ensure accurate scaling to SCADA/HMI.
  • Work with engineers/operators/contractors on control logic changes, alarm rationalization, and process optimization.

Safety & Compliance:

  • Follow electrical safety standards and LOTO; participate in JHSC initiatives and risk assessments (JHAs/JSAs).
  • Ensure installations meet CESC/ESA and company specifications, support inspections and audits.
  • Maintain documentation for ESA inspections, test reports, calibrations, and as-builts.

Reliability & Continuous Improvement:

  • Identify opportunities to reduce downtime, improve asset reliability, and optimize energy usage (power quality, harmonics, PF).
  • Support upgrades, shutdowns/turnarounds, and capital projects; provide input on scope, materials, and commissioning plans.
  • Support operators/maintenance staff on basic equipment care and safe operation.
Industrial & manufacturing Construction

Location

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-150414

Salary range

-

About you

  • Ontario 309A Construction & Maintenance Electrician Red Seal Certificate of Qualification (licensed, in good standing).
  • 3–7+ years' experience in industrial/commercial facilities or heavy process environments.
  • I&C experience: instrument calibration, loop checks, control valves, transmitters, wiring to PLC/DCS, SCADA/HMI familiarity.
  • Experience with SCADA/HMI platforms (FactoryTalk View, WinCC, Ignition).
  • Instrumentation/Controls post-secondary diploma or 447A/448A background exposure considered an asset.
  • Experience in power generation, central utilities is an asset.
  • Hands-on with PLCs (e.g., Allen‑Bradley/Siemens), VFDs, and industrial networks (EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, Profibus/Profinet).
  • Thermography Level I, ESA ACP familiarity, or power quality analysis is an asset.
  • Proficiency reading schematics, single-line diagrams, P&IDs, and control wiring diagrams.
  • Strong knowledge of CESC, ESA requirements, lockout/tagout, arc flash awareness (NFPA 70E/CSA Z462 concepts).
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs, work at heights/confined spaces (with training), and use PPE including arc-rated gear.
  • Working at Heights, Confined Space Entry/Rescue, Elevated Work Platforms certifications.
  • Expected compensation for this role is between Pay Range $45.00 to $60.00 per hour. Base wages are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

Schedule & Work Conditions:

  • Day shift.
  • On-site industrial environment with noise, electrical hazards, and process equipment.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

Be rewarded. Find out more.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

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Appropriate accommodation will be provided upon request throughout the recruitment and hiring process as required by Company policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Successful applicants will be notified about AtkinsRéalis' accommodation policies at the time the employment offer is extended, and the information will be shared with new personnel during the onboarding process.

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