Job Description

Join Our Purpose - Feeding the Future  

Role: Electrician

Location: Vancouver

Hours: Full-Time. 40 Hours a week. Weekly Rotating shifts

Vacancy Type: New

Why join us

Get ready to Own Impact as an Electrician at Skretting, a Nutreco company. As global leaders in animal nutrition and aquafeed, our shared purpose of Feeding the Future is making a positive global impact for generations to come. Join us in this impactful role and help deliver the production of feed, in a sustainable way to a growing population. Own your direction, Own your development and Own your path.

What you’ll do

Electrician carries out maintenance and repair work to electrical or/and mechanical installations or equipment (such as production machinery, rotating equipment, electrical installations, transport systems, buildings, facilities and constructions), so that technical assignments are carried out on time, safely and according to specifications to support the optimal running of production 

• Inspections and preventative/planned maintenance by checking and assessing the condition of handling equipment, pneumatic, mechanical/electrical, of grinding, mixing and pressing lines, bag filling, feed bulk loading and weighbridges, based on maintenance schedules / checklists.

• Malfunctions and defects / repairs: Troubleshoots malfunctions and defects in equipment, machinery, measuring and control systems and other parts of the installation. Assesses the nature and extent of the problem and determines whether instantly repair is necessary or possible, assesses

• Modifications and improvements: Carries out modifications and overhaul work based on work orders and / or instructions from supervisor. Proposals for improvements in equipment, machinery and other areas based on expertise and experience in maintenance. Works on preventive maintenance programs and planned maintenance activities of more extensive and / or complex nature (i.e. during maintenance stops) and may supervise technicians of third parties.

• Reporting: Logs all maintenance activities in the appropriate maintenance management systems to have complete administration and insight in the state and history of all equipment, files all technical data.

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations

• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components, test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage and resistance, maintain, repair, install and test switchgear, transformers, switchboard meters, regulators and reactors. Maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, alternators, industrial storage batteries and hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems, troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial, electrical and electronic control systems and other related devices.

Who we’re looking for

• Must have completed Journeyman Electrcian Certification

• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience as Electrician in industrial, manufacturing environment.

• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and blueprints. Experience with PLC systems, VFDs, industrial automation, and control systems is a strong asset.

• Ability to work in shifts. 6.00 AM to 2.30 Pm/ 2.00 Pm to 10.30 Pm (Rotating Weekly)

You’ll also need

• Ability to operate under pressure with constantly changing priorities and deadlines.

• Ability to communicate and deal with various stakeholders with tact and diplomacy.

• Adaptable to a flexible work style and willingness to assist other functions where needed.

What you’ll receive

As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.

In addition, you’ll receive

• Robust pension plan with employer matching

• Competitive health benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision

• Short-term/Long-term Disability and Mental Health spending allowance

• 10 vacation days to start (tiered)

• Annual bonus

• Relocation benefits within Canada

• Support with immigration process for BC-PNP program

How and why to find out more

We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.

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Please note that candidates applying to Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. Employer Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Final candidates who are offered the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

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Additional Information

 AI Screening Disclosure: Nutreco does not use artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision‑making tools to screen, assess, or select candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are reviewed directly by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers.

 Eligibility: Candidates applying to job openings must already be authorized to work independently in the country where the position is based. Employer sponsorship is not available for this role.

 Background Check: Final candidates who are offered a position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and physical/drug testing (USA role only).

 Employment Equity: We are committed to employment equity and encourage applications from qualified individuals, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.

 Pay Transparency Statement:  Compensation for roles at Nutreco varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, education, and level of experience. We believe in the importance of pay equity and consider the internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer. 

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