Electrician Apprentice Scarborough, ON | Permanent | On-Site | Unionized

About Us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. But we are more than just a company. We are a force for change, committed to advancing the energy sector through cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices. We genuinely care about continuous improvement, and our dynamic workplace values attention to detail and adaptability, fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusion where everyone is respected and truly valued.

Your Tasks:

Safety:

• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to maintain a safe work environment.
• Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. Lift up to 50 lbs.
• Report any safety hazards or incidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with 5S principles.
• Participate in regular housekeeping activities to ensure a tidy and efficient workspace.
• Ensure proper disposal of waste materials by transporting them to designated waste disposal sites.
  
  
  

Quality:

• Ensure consistent and reliable processes by following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control guidelines.
• Report any quality issues or defects to the supervisor immediately.
• Record (foresight, SAP, traveler) production activities (std. and actual hrs., production#, unit# etc.) accurately as per company’s requirements
  
  
  

Maintenance:

• Perform routine and preventive upkeep (including cleaning) and inspections of dept. equipment to ensure proper functionality.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or needed repairs to the leadhand or supervisor immediately.
• Ensure proper tools management (storage, maintenance, etc.). Maintain an accurate inventory of tools.
  
  
  

Specific Responsibilities

Working with a certified lead electrician, your key responsibility is to gain the knowledge and experience required for certification and to be able to do the following:

• Ensure electrical maintenance requirements are being tended to in an electrically safe manner while under the supervision of your sponsor
• Conduct troubleshooting protocols and repairs to machinery and building components
• Evaluate machinery, circuit diagrams, faults and the like to address maintenance tasks and issues
• Provide feedback to maintenance manager and production supervisors on task updates, critical breakdowns and timelines
• Communicate effectively between the maintenance team and across departments
• Monitor the status of machinery and electrical components serving the Trench operations
• Report breakdown causes and repair steps using the MVP CMMS software
• Ensure workorders generated via MVP CMMS software is being closed in a timely manner
• Develop a strategic plan for completion of the certification program in coordination with the department requirements
• Support mechanical maintenance team on commissioning and troubleshooting of machinery
• Assess potential improvements and recommendations for future project applications
• Use measuring equipment, hand tools, air tools and power tools.
• Other dues as assigned by the Supervisor or designate.
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Highschool Diploma
• Currently enrolled in or completed technician, technologist or relevant electrical engineering diploma/degree
• Knowledge of electrical components and technical requirements (ESA/CSA/PSR…)
• Production process knowledge and its relationship to machinery
• Active listening and ability to adapt to changing requirements
• Teamwork is a must as you will be under full guidance of a master electrician
• Effective communication between the internal team, contractors and other Trench departments
• Attention to details for all work completed and details of requirements ahead of starting a task
• Problem solving using tried and tested solutions
• Root cause analysis by applying process of elimination
• Flexibility and adaptability to variable issues
• An outstanding safety and quality conscious approach while performing work duties.
• Excellent attendance.
• Proficient in English with demonstrated fluency in reading, writing, and speaking.
• Excellent communication skills to follow verbal and written instructions
  
  
  

We offer:

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
• You will work in a motivated team on forward-looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology
  
  
  

Our Commitment

Trench invites applications from all qualified individuals and is committed to fostering workplace diversity. We provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout our hiring process. If you require this information in an alternate format, need communication support, or need accommodation in applying for a posting and/or are selected for an interview, don't hesitate to reach out to us. Trench utilizes artificial intelligence in its job scanning and recruitment process to effectively find the candidate most suitable for each position.

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