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We are proud to announce the launch of Volkswagen Group’s largest cell factory, PowerCo, in St. Thomas. This is more than just a job – it’s a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainable energy. Join us as we ramp up operations and help build a world-class company.
At PowerCo, we believe in fostering an environment where ambition meets collaboration, and where flexibility and creativity thrive. You'll be part of a diverse, talented team that is shaping the future of battery production. You’ll have the chance to advance your career while working alongside passionate colleagues who share a vision of making a lasting impact on the world.
Are you ready to be part of something exciting? Power up your career with us!
About the Role
We are looking for a Maintenance Technician – Electrical who wants to CELLebrate in a fast-paced and fast-changing environment. As part of the ramp-up team at our St. Thomas location, you will report to the Maintenance Supervisor. The Maintenance Technician – Electrical will be responsible for ensuring the operational readiness and reliability of manufacturing equipment, systems, and infrastructure. They will perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance while ensuring safety.
This position is required to be fully onsite and eventually will transition to a shift based work model
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Maintenance & Reliability
- Independantly perform and document preventive and predictive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance, minimize downtime, and maintain compliance with safety standards and CMMS recordkeeping.
- Monitor equipment performance data to refine maintenance strategies, manage critical spare parts, and lead initiatives that improve work order efficiency, reduce backlog, and lower maintenance-related downtime and costs.
Equipment Installation, Setup and Commissioning
- Collaborate with engineering teams, project groups, and contractors to install, align, calibrate, and commission new equipment and systems, ensuring functionality, safety, and compliance with technical specifications.
- Review technical documentation and perform pre-operational and safety tests, using hoisting and lifting equipment as required to safely position and prepare machinery for operation.
Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis
- Provide timely technical support to diagnose and resolve equipment issues, ensuring minimal production disruption.
- Conduct complex root cause analyses of mechanical, electrical, or software-related equipment failures and implement effective corrective actions.
- Troubleshoot PLC systems for custom-built automated machinery. Inspect and adjust equipment settings to meet operational and quality standards.
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and early-stage reliability concerns.
Reliability Engineering and Continuous Improvement
- Implement long-term reliability solutions to enhance equipment performance and reduce lifecycle costs.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, optimizing uptime, and improving process efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute equipment upgrades and process improvements.
- Monitor new production equipment during early operations to ensure targets are achieved and reliability standards are met.
Training and Coordination
- Operate independently on complex technical assignments while mentoring junior technicians.
- Lead small-scale maintenance or reliability projects and coordinate activities with contractors or vendors.
- Train operators and maintenance staff on new equipment, procedures, and CMMS functionality.
Planning, Documentation and Compliance
- Develop and maintain maintenance schedules, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
- Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with organizational, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Maintain thorough documentation of inspections, repairs, and updates to support audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you bring to the Team
- Relevant Post-Secondary education with a minimum of 2 years as a licensed Industrial Electrician (309A/442A)
- 7+ years within an industrial maintenance role with exposure to commissioning/ installation/servicing (ideal), preferably within lithium-ion battery, chemical, pharmaceutical, or automotive manufacturing environments, with 3 years in a role with direct mentorship or supervisory experience
- Proficient with CMMS/EAM systems for maintenance tracking and reporting, and automated systems including PLCs, robotics, VFDs and HMI
- Experience with PLCs, robotics (Fanuc/Kuka), with a preference for Siemens S7 (desirable)
- Advanced problem-solving skills with a proven ability to diagnose and repair complex automation issues using clear communication within a team environment
- Knowledge of material handling, conveyor systems, pumps, gearboxes, drive systems, and industrial automation as well as familiarity with production processes and related equipment
- Proven ability to interpret electrical prints and OEM documentation, read part processing drawings and understand electrical/automation processing technology
- General electrical knowledge including relay control, transformers (HV/LV), and calibration / instrumentation
- In-depth knowledge of the knowledge of Ontario Electrical Code
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) in English
- Able to travel internationally for up to 3 months for training purposes
Power Perks
- We offer a competitive and attractive remuneration that reflect your skills, experience, and contributions.
- Vacation Allowance: We offer our employees competitive paid time off.
- Opportunities for development.
- Opportunities to participate in exciting company events that give back to the community.
- Competitive employer paid benefits and overall compensation package with extended health care, dental, vision and mental health support.
- Pension and Retirement Savings: We contribute to a Registered Pension Plan and matching contribution to a retirement savings plan.
Please note that we appreciate the interest of all candidates, however only those under consideration will be contacted.
We believe that the best results are created in a diverse and inclusive environment.
Therefore, all qualified applications will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, religion, gender (identity), sexual orientation, national origin or disability.
PowerCo Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities including during the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to determine what reasonable accommodation may be available to meet your needs whether it be as an applicant or an employee. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Recruiter who will consult with you to determine an appropriate and reasonable accommodation.