Lead Electrical Technician

Ensure the Electrical department functions properly by assisting the Maintenance Manager with day-to-day employee, electrical and plant needs/or issues. Assist in development of equipment life cycle strategy.​

• Effectively assist and lead the electrical department to ensure that all policies and procedures are developed, implemented and followed according to company policies, customer specifications, regulatory requirements and Food Safety & Quality requirements.  Assist with the planning, organizing and controlling of electrical operations.  Perform lock out tag out procedures as required.
• To proactively supervise the electrical maintenance spectrum to ensure its optimum performance.  Conduct preventative maintenance of all electrical and electronic systems and controls and instruments.  Install new or revised equipment.  Forecast any probable future issues that may cause downtime.  Schedule work orders.
• Respond to process line or emergency calls to efficiently analyze, evaluate and direct repair of all electrical systems so that maximum safety and efficiency of the system is maintained.  Perform all equipment preventive maintenance as required by the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and preventive maintenance as determined by management.  Contract, advise and oversee all aspects of outside contractors.
• Assist with the development of a subordinate staff, capable of meeting current and future performance standards by selecting and developing key subordinates.  Conduct employee performance, counseling and disciplinary actions as needed.  Train new employees as required.  Notify the Maintenance Engineering Manager of daily performance and/or issues.
• To maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. To attend and participate in meetings, training and continuing education programs internally or externally as deemed appropriate by management.  Participate in Six Sigma projects and carry out new innovative ways pertaining to maintenance to help reduce downtime, cost and waste. 

• 2-4 Years Electrical Maintanance Experience
• 2 Years Leading Electrical Maintanance Team
• Associate Degree or equivalent experience in a Electrical Maintenance role

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.