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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Apply by
- Nov 4, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Industrial Electrician will install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, including switchgear, motors, and control systems. They are responsible for troubleshooting industrial electronic systems and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes.
Job details
New, easy-to-apply options are available for this role: chat with our recruiting assistant Ana at careers.cargill.com or text CargillJobs to 60196. Want to build a stronger, more sustainable future and cultivate your career? Join Cargill's global team of 160,000 employees who are committed to safe, responsible and sustainable ways to nourish the world. This position is in Cargill’s protein and salt business, where we provide wholesome, high-quality food products to a wide range of customers, from foodservice operators and grocery stores to manufacturers and exporters.Job Location: High River, AB Job Type: Full TimeShift Available: Rotating 12 hour shift (four (4) days on, five (5) days off, five (5) days on, four (4) days off)Compensation: $44.30/hr Benefits Information Benefits are based in our Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Vacation Extended Health & Dental Vision Care Pension Plan Short-term Disability and Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement Principal Accountabilities Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine layouts for industrial electrical equipment installations Install, examine, replace, repair, and maintain electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures, and other electrical components Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance Maintain, repair, install, and test switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators, and reactors Maintain, repair, test, and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial electrical and electronic control systems and related equipment Perform preventative maintenance activities and maintain accurate maintenance records Troubleshoot and install fire alarm systems and support construction-related electrical projects Work with and maintain Allen-Bradley VFDs and 600-volt distribution systems (MCCs) Ensure compliance with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulations Maintain a safe, organized, and clean work environment Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Certified Journeyperson Electrician ticket recognized in Alberta Three (3) to five (5) years of electrical maintenance experience in a manufacturing, industrial environment Expertise with Canadian Electrical Code and industrial electrical systems Experience troubleshooting and maintaining: Allen-Bradley PLCs and VFDs / Motor Control Centers (MCCs) / 600V electrical distribution systems / Electrical motors and control circuits / Hydraulic and pneumatic control systems / Switchgear and transformers Experience with fire alarm installation and troubleshooting Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical manuals Proficient in electrical testing equipment and diagnostic tools Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment Preferred Qualifications PLC programming and troubleshooting experience Working knowledge of automation systems and industrial networks Relevant certifications as Industrial Electrician Red Seal ticket Please note that this position does not include relocation reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Vet
What you’ll do
The Industrial Electrician will install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment, including switchgear, motors, and control systems. They are responsible for troubleshooting industrial electronic systems and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and electrical codes.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a certified Journeyperson Electrician ticket recognized in Alberta and possess 3-5 years of industrial maintenance experience. Proficiency in Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, and Canadian Electrical Code is required.
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Extended health and dental
- Vision care
- Pension plan
- Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Tuition reimbursement
Listed skills
- Problem solving · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Industrial electrical maintenance
- PLC troubleshooting
- VFD maintenance
- 600V distribution systems
- Electrical schematics
- Motor control centers
- Hydraulic control systems
- Pneumatic control systems
- Switchgear maintenance
- Fire alarm systems
- Preventative maintenance
- Canadian electrical code
- Electrical testing
- Problem-solving
- Analytical skills
- Industrial automation
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Preventive Maintenance
- Analytical Skills
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Hydraulics
- Blueprinting
- Electrical Codes
- Electrical Equipment
- Electrical Wiring
- Optometry
- Electronic Components
- Control Systems
- Electrical Systems
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Food Services
- Technical Communication
- Diagnostic Tools
- Voltage
- Transformers (Electrical)
- Automation Systems
- Drawing Interpretation
- Switchgear
- Alternators
- Collective Bargaining
- Electric Motors
- Electric Power Distribution
- Programmable Logic Controllers Programming
- Motor Control
- Monitor Control Command Set
- Electronic Control Unit
- Industrial Networking
- Electrical Control Systems
- Uninterruptible Power Supply
- Electrical Maintenance
Job areas
- Trades
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Food & Beverage
- Industrial Electrician
- Electrician
- Building and Related Electricians
- Electricians
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