Electrical Technician

ASR Group is the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar, with an annual production capacity of more than 6 million tons of sugar. The company produces a full line of grocery, industrial, food service and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group owns and operates six sugar refineries, located in Louisiana, New York, California, Maryland, Canada and Mexico. In the European Union, the company owns and operates sugar refineries in England, Portugal and Italy.  ASR Group also owns and operates mills in Mexico and Belize.  The company’s brand portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle’s® and Sidul®.

Redpath Sugar is located on Toronto’s historic downtown waterfront and has been a part of Canada’s heritage for more than 160 years.  Our brand is the oldest food-related trademark in Canada and is recognized across the country.  Redpath Sugar is part of ASR Group, the largest cane sugar refiner in the world.

OVERVIEW  

We are seeking a Licensed Trade Electrician to join our dynamic industrial operations team, providing continuous support to electrical and instrumentation systems in a demanding production environment. This role involves maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems including PLCs (Allen-Bradley), VFDs, instrumentation (temperature, pressure, density, flow), and various voltages (110V, 575V, 4160V AC/DC). The successful candidate will ensure equipment availability, minimize downtime, and maintain compliance with safety standards including LOTO and Arc Flash protocols. 

The position works 12-hour shifts, 3 days one week, 4 days the next week, for a total of 84 hours in a two-week period.  The position includes regularly scheduled Saturday and Sunday shifts and works two weeks of day shift followed by two weeks of night shift.  All shifts worked on a Sunday are paid at double time, and all hours of work have a $1.00/hour shift premium.

DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform electrical maintenance and troubleshooting on industrial systems operating at 110V, 575V, and 4160V
• Maintain and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, motor control centres, and control panels.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation including temperature, pressure, density, and flow devices using 4-20mA loop systems.
• Execute planned and unplanned maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of electrical equipment in a high-uptime production facility.
• Interpret and update electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and control drawings.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance tasks using SAP CMMS.
• Adhere strictly to LOTO (Lockout/Tagout) procedures and Arc Flash safety practices.
• Respond to operational breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime and support production.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and automation teams to optimize performance and reliability of systems.
• Document all work and changes accurately in maintenance records and reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Electrician License (442A or 309A) – Red Seal preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial or heavy manufacturing environment.

DEMONSTRATED PROFICIENCY IN

• Allen-Bradley PLC troubleshooting (RS Logix/Studio 5000)
• VFDs and motor control systems
• 4-20mA analog and digital signal systems
• Instrumentation for temp, pressure, flow, and density

STRONG KNOWLEDGE OF

• Canadian Electrical Code and ESA requirements
• High voltage systems (4160V)
• Arc Flash hazards and mitigation (Arc Flash certified)
• Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Experience in continuous operations or 24/7 facility support environment is an asset.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, wiring diagrams, and OEM manuals.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and a proactive maintenance mindset.
• Physically fit, able to work at heights, confined spaces, and in all plant environments.

WORK EXPERIENCES

• Minimum 5 years maintenance experience in manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of SAP would be an asset
• Basic knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC’s
• Knowledge of electrical circuits and power supplies, gearboxes, motors, pneumatics.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Licensed Electrician -Active 309A or 442 trade license required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• No

ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES)

• Ability to:
• lift up to 20 kgs
• use hands and arms to reach, push, pull, lift, carry, and manipulate materials and tools
• walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and climb stairs frequently throughout the shift
• reach, bend, twist, rotate, push and pull frequently
• work independently as well as a team player
• climb up and down ladders
• Ability to work rotating shifts and OT if required
• Must be able to perform tasks wearing required PPE such as but not limited to protective footwear, clothing, safety glasses/goggles, etc.
• Must regard safety as a core value; Must be able to work safe and in a proficient manner

LOCATION OF ROLE

• Redpath Sugar, Toronto

For more than 100 years, our employees have taken pride in “Making Life a Little Sweeter” by providing our customers and consumers with quality service and sugar products. Our commitment to that principle drives us in all that we do and encourages us to uphold our company’s high ethical standards of business conduct to ensure our continued success.