Industrial Electrician

Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.

Novelis is currently seeking a licensed Industrial Electrician to join our skilled team in Kingston.

The Industrial Electrician works as part of a cross‑functional team to safely and efficiently perform preventative maintenance and respond to equipment breakdowns across a wide range of industrial manufacturing equipment.

The Industrial Electrician supports our Vision 3x30 by:

• Carrying out preventive maintenance programs required to assure accurate functioning of temporary recorders and controllers, thickness gauges, ultra-sonic flow detectors, flame sensors and relays, gas analyzing instruments, some density recorders, flow meters, tachometers and pneumatic instruments.
• Installing, repairing and testing electrical generating, transmission systems and complicated computerized control systems.
• Responding to unplanned equipment stoppages, trouble-shooting in order to diagnose and correct problems.
• Completing bench overhaul of some instruments.
• Erecting and installing electrical conduit, conductors and raceways.
• Servicing and repairing a variety of high voltage switches, O.C.B.s and plant transformers relating to power distribution systems.
• Troubleshooting and repairing all types of industrial lighting systems.
• Using specialized knowledge, supports day to day LOTO and confined space requirements.
• Embracing and promoting the Novelis cultural beliefs of Be Open, Build Trust, Say Anything and Be Authentic

The successful Industrial Electrician will have:

• 442A license preferred, will also accept applicants with 309A license
• Minimum three (3) years experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting:
  • AC and DC drives
  • PLCs
  • Switchgears
  • DC digital drives
  • Electrical Circuits
  • Motor Controls
  • Instrumentation
  • Electrical Drawings
• Great interpersonal skills to tackle problems and support the team.
• Experience using email to communicate and a willingness to learn and apply SAP, Lotus Notes or other virtual databases.
• A curiosity about continuing to develop skills and standard methodologies.
• A desire to operate in a fast-paced environment, with ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize work.

Our plant runs 24/7 to meet the demands of our customers, which includes automotive and specialty products. The Maintenance team works either a 12-hour continental shift schedule OR 8 hour day shift Monday-Friday. Shift assignments are determined in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Novelis recognizes its dedicated and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training, are without regard to citizenship, race, place of origin, ethnic origin, colour, ancestry, disability, age, creed, sex/pregnancy, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and record of offences.

If you require accommodation to participate in any part of the selection process, please contact Human Resources at 613-541-7104.

The starting hourly rate for this position will be administered at CAD $46.45 per hour. Increasing per the Collective Agreement.

Vacancy Status: Existing

Artificial Intelligence Statement

At Novelis, we are committed to a fair and equitable hiring process. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for any posted positions.

All decisions made throughout the hiring process are done through our dedicated Human Resources and Talent Acquisition teams, as well as our hiring managers. Our team’s goal is to ensure that each candidate is evaluated on an individual basis with the utmost consideration for their unique qualifications and experiences.

Novelis – Kingston Works is situated on the traditional homeland of the Haudenosaunee Anishinaabe and Huron-Wendat peoples. We thank them for their ongoing stewardship of this land where we are fortunate to work.

We are located on the eastern end of Lake Ontario an area famous for its historical significance and breathtaking 1000 islands views. Kingston is midway between Toronto and Montreal and home to three world class higher learning institutions and many historic sites. Here 300 employees cold roll finish and anneal aluminum used in automotive and specialty products for a wide array of customers in North America. Local residents and visitors enjoy Kingston’s Downtown District which is the gathering place for various events including the Kingston Buskers Rendezvous and the 1000 Islands Poker Run. Our employees give back to the community through United Way and the Loaned Representative Program. The site also provides grants to community organizations promoting safety recycling and STEM education through the company’s Novelis Neighbor program.