Industrial Electrician

Thunder Bay, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 2, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Nov 1, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Industrial Electrician will install, modify, repair, and maintain electrical circuits and plant equipment in a heavy industrial environment. The role also involves troubleshooting control equipment and responding to after-hours emergency calls.

Job details

At Richardson International, being truly invested is at the heart of everything we do. For over 165 years, Richardson has been dedicated to Canadian agriculture. Recognized as a global leader in agriculture and food processing, Richardson is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies with over 4,000 employees across Canada, the US, the UK, and Europe. At Richardson, we are committed to enhancing our facilities and services and investing in our people and our communities. Richardson operates port terminals from coast to coast across Canada and exports Canadian-grown grains and oilseeds to end-use markets in over 50 countries around the globe. We currently have an opportunity for an Industrial Electrician at our Richardson Port Terminal located in Thunder Bay. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this position will provide support for electrical repair and maintenance of plant equipment in a heavy industrial environment. Responsibilities: Installs, modifies, repairs and maintains electrical circuits, devices and equipment Troubleshoots and diagnoses electrical and control equipment Participates in training related to this position Operates in accordance with health, safety, and fire prevention regulations and practices Provides assistance to other Maintenance team members Responds to after-hours emergency calls on a rotational basis Qualifications: Red Seal Journeyman Electrician with 2+ years of heavy industrial experience or 2nd and 3rd year apprentices. Skilled in troubleshooting electrical schematics, automation, and plant equipment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills. Physically capable of lifting 50 lbs. and working in confined spaces, heights, and extreme conditions. Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and other computer applications. Safety-focused, with a strong work ethic and availability for shifts, shutdowns, and emergency call-ins. Richardson International provides an excellent compensation package consisting of a competitive salary, pension, benefits as per the Collective Agreement and career development opportunities. Interested candidates should click the Apply icon to apply online by October 31, 2026. Candidates may be asked to participate in competency examinations and/or skill tests to assist in determining required qualifications. Richardson International values diversity in the workplace. Women, Indigenous Peoples, Visible Minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must be a Red Seal Journeyman Electrician with at least 2 years of heavy industrial experience or be a 2nd/3rd year apprentice. Applicants must be physically capable of lifting 50 lbs and working in confined spaces or at heights.