Electrician

Woodbridge, ON
On-site
Posted Aug 17, 2026
1 position

$37–$43 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The electrician is responsible for the safe installation, testing, and repair of electrical components and wiring within an automotive manufacturing environment. They must also conduct preventative maintenance, update electrical diagrams, and ensure machinery operates efficiently according to safety standards.

Job details

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. What we offer: At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are. Group Summary: Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain. Job Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications: Licensed Electrician or equivalent electrical engineering certificate Completion of an industrial electrician apprenticeship program or equivalent Minimum 5 years’ experience in the automotive industry as an industrial electrician Knowledge of electric circuitry of relay, PC and PLC logic. Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Lockout Policies and electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems Ability to perform basic wiring work, conduit bending and control cabinet wiring. Ability to work with minimum supervision. Good communications skills and must be able to communicate fluently in both written and spoken English. Vacancy: Immediate, Open Position Annual Compensation Range: $37.00- $42.72 / hour Duties and Responsibilities: Safe Installation and repair of equipment Install, examine, replace and repair electronic wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components. Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance. Inform the Maintenance Manager about changes in electrical circuits and updates to the original diagrams Wire new control panels according to drawings and verbal instructions under consideration of Hydro codes and other applicable standards and regulations. Pass on information, experience and knowledge to other maintenance employee, to ensure effective, non-repetitious problem solving and machine repairs. Work in a cost-effective manner and maintains a high standard of quality and excellent workmanship. Conduct preventative maintenance programs and keep maintenance records. Must have continuous improvements on machinery and equipment. Meet schedule set by maintenance Manager. Use different PLC programming devices including software to modify and read logic control programs. Perform other assignments from time to time as managements so directs. Inform the Maintenance Manager or depending on the shift, inform the Production Supervisor to the best of his ability about unusual things, faulty design, unsafe conditions, missing parts, etc. Adhere to standards and rules described in the Employee Handbook, conduct in a manner consistent with those practices leading to the safe operation of the division and displaying leadership, concerns and a safe work ethics. Perform other duties as required within his/her ability. Actively and positively support the continued practice of Common Values behaviours AI Disclosure: As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may artificial intelligence (AI) tool to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely with our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talend Attraction team. Awareness, Unity, Empowerment: At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law. AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies. Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team. Worker Type: Regular / Permanent Group: Magna Powertrain

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a licensed electrician or equivalent electrical engineering certificate and have at least 5 years of experience in the automotive industry. Proficiency in PLC logic, electrical circuitry, and knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code are mandatory.