Boart Longyear is a global leader in drilling services, drilling equipment, and performance tooling for the mining and drilling industries. With a longstanding commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence, the North Bay facility supports critical manufacturing and service operations across Canada and international markets.

Position Overview Boart Longyear is seeking a309A Licensed Electricianto support electrical maintenance activities within its industrial manufacturing and facility operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, drives, PLCs, control panels, and automation equipment.

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance to support equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

• Diagnose electrical issues using schematics, technical drawings, and electrical testing equipment.

• Work on high‑voltage and low‑voltage systems in compliance with applicable electrical codes and safety standards.

• Provide electrical support for production equipment, machining centers, overhead cranes, and material‑handling systems.

• Conduct electrical maintenance on building and facility systems, including lighting, distribution panels, HVAC electrical components, and emergency systems.

• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, and production teams to support operational improvements and equipment upgrades.

• Maintain accurate documentation, work orders, and maintenance records

• Adhere to all company safety policies, lockout/tagout procedures, and OH&S regulations

• Participate in equipment installations, commissioning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Requirements

-Valid Ontario 309A Construction & Maintenance Electrician Certificate of Qualification

• 3–5 years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or facility/building‑maintenance environment
• Strong knowledge of electrical codes, PLCs, VFDs, motor controls, and industrial automation systems
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex electrical issues efficiently and accurately
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and on‑call as required

Assets

• Experience in mining, drilling, or heavy equipment manufacturing
• PLC programming or diagnostic experience (Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, etc.)
• Instrumentation or automation experience
• Multi-trade exposure, including basic mechanical or millwright skills

What Boart Longyear Offers

• Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits
• Pension and retirement savings programs
• Opportunities for training, professional development, and career advancement
• A strong safety culture and supportive team environment
• Stable, long-term employment with a respected global industry leader

Boart Longyear welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process as per the guidelines of the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).