Johnson Electric Electrical Apprentice 

Canada, Ontario, Hamilton 

948833065

PURPOSE & SCOPE:

Responsible for working as part of Automation Group Canada. Support the build, Integration and support of custom automation solutions within Canada and abroad.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager and working with the Process, Manufacturing and Engineering Teams
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Assembly of electrical circuits as per approved design including panel building and field wiring
• On-site installation of automated solutions.
• On-site support for new and existing automation.
• Troubleshoot electrical and pneumatic circuits.
• Work in close conjunction with controls technicians during setup and development of PLC, robots, and vision systems.
• Operational problem solving and seeking out continuous improvements to the process.
• Participating in team meetings to review and resolve quality, service, operations, facilities, human resources and health and safety issues, when required.
• Assist in the training and development of new members of operations.
• Participate in 5 “S” activities.
• Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND / OR EXPERIENCE:

• A Certificate of Qualification as an Electrician (442A or 309A) and relevant industrial experience

• Minimum 5 years of related experience in Canada is preferred.

• Proficiency in understanding electrical/pneumatic schematic drawings.

• Understanding of Canadian electrical code, components, and wire sizing etc.

• Knowledge and understanding of the basic and advanced control’s components like PLC, panels and field I/O modules, VFDs, servo systems etc.

• Understanding of safety circuits and requirements including networked safet

• Familiar with controls networks (Ethernet/IP, Ether Cat, I/O link, Asi)

• Knowledge of Electrical design would be an asset.

• Critical thinking to identify issues, present solutions and follow through to ensure completion.

• Attention to Detail

• Committed to meeting deadline requirements

• Ability to work independently and in a multi-disciplinary team environment

• Able to communicate effectively, both written and verbally, at all levels of the organization

• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation