Electrician

at  Cavendish Farms

INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

To be based in New Annan, PE
Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen food products for retail and foodservice markets throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have state-of-the-art potato processing plants in Prince Edward Island, Lethbridge, Alberta, and Jamestown, North Dakota, and an appetizer plant in Wheatley, Ontario. Our Head office is in Dieppe, New Brunswick and has sales office locations in Toronto, Montreal, and Boston.
Reporting to the Electrical Supervisor, the Industrial Electrician will be a self- starter with a “Can Do” attitude and the ability to adapt in a fast paced, dynamic, continuous 4 x 4, 12 hour shift schedule work environment.

Successful Candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Must possess Block certificate or Red Seal Electrician Certificate in Industrial or Construction
• 1 year of experience in the electrical field
• Experience in instrumentation and/or electronics would be considered an asset;
• Familiarity with CMMS would be considered an asset.
• Previous PLC experience, including installation and troubleshooting preferred
• Ability to work all rotation shifts, weekends and overtime as required
• Willing and able to work in various work environments i.e. heat, cold, wet, etc.
• Ability to work with a minimum supervision
• Ability to change electric motors and switches as required Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and maintain a safe work environment
• Follow all safety and food safety policies and procedures;
• Analyze, inspect, repair, troubleshoot, advise and maintain electrical systems throughout Cavendish Farms facility including all production and facility equipment;
• Day to day maintenance of equipment;
• Trouble shooting, preventive and predictive maintenance;
• Involvement in projects and new equipment installations;
• Participation in or conducting training on familiarity with equipment.
• Be willing and able to learn all aspects of the business inside of all departments;
• Communicate with production personnel and technical staff within maintenance and suppliers;
• Installations of other electrical/electronic-related functions

Cavendish Farms is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• A flexible health, drug, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• Health & wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
• RRSP matching program
• Work Address: Cavendish Farms, Main Highway #2, New Annan, PE, C0B1M0
• Terms of Employment: This is a permanent full-time position in New Annan, PEI
• Language of Work: English
• Job Type: Full-time
• Salary: $26.11 - $37.30 per hourTo Apply for this Career Opportunity:Please apply online by September 30 2024We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.Cavendish Farms Corporation is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.

Additional Information

• Posting Date: Jul 23, 2024