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Industrial Electrician
Permanent Full-Time Position - Summerside, PE
Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) is a producer-owned cooperative celebrated for its excellence in dairy processing and foodservice distribution across Prince Edward Island. For over 70 years, ADL has transformed fresh, local milk into premium dairy products, including milk, cheese, cream, butter, and canned milk. Serving both our own brands and valued partner labels, ADL delivers trusted quality to customers across PEI and beyond.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Industrial Electrician to join our team. In this critical role, you will be responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical systems and equipment within our production facility. You will play a key role in ensuring optimal equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. If you are a safety-focused professional with strong technical expertise and a proactive mindset, we encourage you to apply.
Location: ADL Water St., 79 Water St., Summerside, PE
Schedule: 4-day, 10-hour shifts for a better work-life balance, with occasional overtime when needed; weekend and evening availability is required as part of a rotating on-call pager schedule.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, controls, and automation equipment
- Diagnose electrical issues and respond to equipment breakdowns efficiently
- Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on electrical systems and equipment
- Work with PLCs and control systems to troubleshoot and improve production processes
- Interpret electrical schematics, blueprints, and technical drawings
- Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and company policies
- Participate in equipment upgrades, installations, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support maintenance shutdowns and assist in coordinating work with contractors when required
- Maintain accurate records in the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)
- Assist with inventory management of electrical parts and supplies
- Promote and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Compensation and Benefits:
- $38.84 / hour
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- Convenient Virtual Health access for easy, anytime care
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions and expert financial guidance
- Paid Time Off, covering vacations and sick leave
- Personal Spending Account (PSA) - dedicated fund for well-being expenses
- Personalized training programs for ongoing skill improvement and career growth
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - confidential assistance for personal and work challenges
- Special perks and discounts exclusively for ADL employees
- The pride of belonging to a distinguished local company, 100% owned by PEI’s dairy farmers
Essential Qualifications and Skills:
- Red Seal certification as an Industrial Electrician
- Strong knowledge of industrial electrical systems, including motors, VFDs, sensors, and control panels
- Experience with PLCs and industrial automation systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and blueprints
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance practices
- Strong understanding of safety standards and electrical codes
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Assets (Preferred but Not Required):
- Experience in food manufacturing or a regulated production environment
- Familiarity with CMMS systems
- Experience with instrumentation and process control systems
- Project coordination or electrical installation experience
- Working knowledge of mechanical systems
Ready to join our team? Simply click the 'Apply' button, be prepared to enter your details, attach your resume, and respond to a few questions.
Competition ends July 24, 2026, at 4:00PM
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
ADL is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.
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About Amalgamated Dairies Limited PEI
Amalgamated Dairies Limited (ADL) was formed in 1953 following the amalgamation of three dairy co-operatives and three dairy companies across Prince Edward Island. ADL employs 355 Islanders and operates five processing facilities across PEI making butter, evaporated milk, sweetened condensed milk, fluid milk products, cheddar cheese and specialty cheese products. ADL’s cheese production facility is one of the largest specialty cheese plants in Canada. The majority of ADL production is for private label business. Our reputation for quality products and customer service is regarded far beyond PEI. We have co-pack partnerships in place that span close to 40 years. ADL Owns and operates ADL Foodservice which is a standalone foodservice provider. ADL Foodservice provides PEI hospitality businesses, healthcare institutions and other businesses with over 4,400 unique products from from both local food producers and nationally recognized food brands. As a cooperative, ADL is 100 per cent owned by PEI’s 150 dairy producers. We take great pride in supporting Island farmers and communities.