Electrical Apprentice

Job Number: 68344

Group: Magna Powertrain

Division: MSM

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location:

Vaughan, ONTARIO, CA, L4H 0S9

Work Style:

Job Number: 68344

Group: Magna Powertrain

Division: MSM

Job Type: Permanent/Regular

Location: VAUGHAN

Work Style:

About us

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.

Forward. For all.

Group Summary

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At a minimum, must have completed the 1st year of the Electrician Apprentice program and currently enrolled in 2nd year of the Electrician Apprenticeship program

• Must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or ministry-approved equivalent.

• Completion of the Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship program is considered an asset

• Good communication skills and must be able to communicate fluently in both written and spoken English.

• Knowledge of electric circuitry of relay, PC and PLC logic

• Ability to perform basic wiring work, conduit bending, single phase and control cabinet wiring.

• Familiar with applicable electric codes.

• Knowledge of equipment and machines in department e.g. various mills, lathe, various hand tools, crane, measurement tools etc.

• Ability to work with minimum supervision.

• Must be flexible in respect to hours of work.

Scope of position:

• Repair to electrical controls and electro-mechanical equipment under guidance of a Licensed Electrician.

• Complete work units as specified in the Ontario Apprenticeship Training Standards logbook.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Replace and repair electronic wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.

• Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance.

• Troubleshoot and maintain production equipment, which includes electrical, hydraulic, mechanical and pneumatic systems.

• Repair and replace electric and electronic components such as motors, contractors, relays, timers and any kind of switched, PLC’s light curtains, motor controls, etc.

• Wire new control panels according to drawings and verbal instructions under consideration of Hydro codes and other applicable standards and regulations.

• Pass on information, experience and knowledge to other maintenance employees, to ensure effective, non-repetitious problem solving and machine repairs.

• Inform the Electrician about changes in electrical circuits and update the original diagrams.

• Work in a cost effective manner and maintain a high standard of quality and excellent workmanship.

• Open to new systems, which are occasionally established within the department and company.

• Conduct preventative maintenance programs and keep maintenance records.

• Meet schedule set by Maintenance Manager.

• Use different PLC programming devices including software to modify and read logic control programs.

• Perform other assignments from time to time as managements so directs.

• Inform the Maintenance Manager or depending on the shift, inform the

Production Supervisor to the best of his/her ability about unusual things, faulty design, unsafe conditions, missing parts, etc.

• Adhere to standards and rules described in the Employee Handbook and will conduct oneself in a manner consistent with those practices leading to the safe operation of the division and displaying leadership, concern and a safe work ethic.

• Perform other duties as required within his/her ability.

• Observe standards for safe working conditions as outlined in the Occupational Health & Safety Act as well as rules and regulations outlined in the employee handbook.

• Responsible for participating in monthly Health & Safety Quiz.

• Actively and positively support the continued practice of Core Valuesbehaviours

• Comply and participate with Suggestions and Continuous Improvement program at MSM.