West Coast Reduction Ltd.Verified Job Source

Industrial Electrician

Vancouver, BC
On-site
Posted Aug 27, 2026
1 position

$48 / 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 Industrial Electrician is responsible for the installation, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of plant electrical instrumentation and equipment. The role also involves mentoring apprentices and ensuring all work complies with safety procedures and technical specifications.

Job details

West Coast Reduction Ltd. - Nothing Left Behind*. At West Coast Reduction, nothing is important to us. Because when there’s nothing left – that is when we’ve done our job. We collect food waste and by-products from food producers, like farms, restaurants, bakeries and even supermarkets, transforming them into ingredients used in animal feed, renewable energy and thousands of other products we use every day. Our efforts contribute to a sustainable local food supply and help us all live in cleaner and healthier communities. Visit our Company website at www.wcrl.com to learn more. Based at our Vancouver Plant location, we are searching for a full-time Industrial Electrician. This role is responsible for maintaining, installing, calibrating and troubleshooting of all electrical instrumentation and plant equipment. Adherence to WCRL safety procedures and processes are a requirement of this position. Wage: $48.00 Hourly Possession of a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or an Interprovincial Electrical Red Seal Certification is required WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? Build a stable career at a reputable company with more than 450 employees Competitive wages Continuous in-house training opportunities available Comprehensive compensation package offered to full-time employees including employer-paid extended health benefits Generous RRSP matching for employee contributions after 1 year Take a look at our About Us video here: https://vimeo.com/396483325 SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES • Utilize various Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems for troubleshooting and programming including Schneider Electric PLC’s and Variable Frequency Drives (VFD), Unity Programming, Profibus, and Wonderware Graphics • Troubleshoot Wonderware HMI software including set up of workstations and remote panels • May be asked to safely operate forklifts and other hoisting devices when necessary • Provide recommendations for improvements to equipment and processes • Produce basic electrical drawings • Accurately Measure, calculate, and interpret electrical values, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards” • Use a wide variety of hand power tools, including mobile equipment in a safe manner • Mentor Apprentices through their professional development • Perform shift work based on company business needs which evolve and change in response to customer demands • Work overtime as instructed to ensure minimal downtime of facilities • Adhere to the company Code of Conduct and all West Coast Reduction Ltd. policies • Foster a positive team and company culture by ensuring treatment of others is respectful and aligned with company values • Perform other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor QUALIFICATIONS & FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Possession of a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or an interprovincial Electrical Red Seal Certification • 5 years of experience in production or similar environment or industry • Proficiency in English, both verbal and written, with strong communication skills • Ability to read or interpret diagrams, schematic drawings and manuals to determine work procedures • Industrial Instrumentation & Control Mechanic Certification (Red Seal) is considered an asset • Ability to frequently move, carry, lift, push and pull equipment up to 50 lbs without assistance and occasionally greater with assistance • Perform repetitive motions including bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing and reaching overhead above the shoulders daily • Adaptable to adverse conditions including confined space, heights, cold weather, odours and animal by-products INTERESTED CANDIDATES ARE INVITED TO SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION VIA THE “APPLY” LINK We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid British Columbia Journeyperson Electrician Certificate or an Interprovincial Electrical Red Seal Certification. A minimum of 5 years of experience in a production or industrial environment is required.