INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICIAN

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 Industrial Red Seal/ Block Electrician Certificate.
• ·         2-5 years 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:

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 and wellness reimbursements, includes gym memberships, fitness classes or online workout programs
• Maternity leave top-up program (if applicable)
• RRSP matching program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development as well as 24/7 access to online curated learning
• Growth and progression opportunities within Cavendish Farms and the larger network of the JD Irving group of companies

Work Address: Cavendish Farms, Main Highway #2, New Annan, PE 

Terms of Employment: This is a full-time position in New Annan, PEI 

Language of Work: English

Salary Range: $26.11 - $37.30

To Apply for this Career Opportunity:

We appreciate your interest in our company! Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. 

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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.