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Automation, Controls and Electrical Technician

Job in Laval, Province de Québec, Canada
Listing for: Sanimax
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Electrician/ Electrician Installation, Installation Technician
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 41 CAD Hourly CAD 41.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Your professional transformation starts here

Do you enjoy solving technical challenges every day, especially when it comes to building a greener future? Is your independence a priority? Looking for an employer who believes in supporting your professional development?

This job is for you!

We are looking for a highly motivated, intellectually curious individual with strong leadership skills to join our Montreal plant as an Automation and Controls Technician, reporting to the Maintenance Area Supervisor.

Why join Sanimax

  • Permanent full-time position
  • Salary: $41/hour
  • Comprehensive group insurance plan
  • Telemedicine services
  • Pension plan with employer contributions
  • Reimbursement for gym memberships and physical activities
  • On-site gym
  • On-the-job training provided
  • Schedule

    Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, rotating between:

  • 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
  • Responsibilities

  • Support the electrical maintenance team and plant operations in resolving issues that impact production line efficiency.
  • Respond to service calls.
  • Perform diagnostics and troubleshooting.
  • Source parts; perform installation, replacement, and commissioning activities.
  • Access PLC programs and make modifications as required.
  • Participate in the maintenance of the plant’s electrical and control equipment. Inspect, verify, clean, and repair equipment. Inspect, verify, and calibrate instruments (temperature, pressure, flow, etc.).
  • Analyze production downtime and propose improvement solutions for electrical and control equipment.
  • Use the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to record work performed, labor time, and parts used.
  • Participate in the maintenance of low-voltage electrical distribution equipment.
  • Requirements

  • College diploma in Industrial Electronics or Electromechanics, with a strong interest in PLCs.
  • Hold a non-construction electrician license (License C or CE, or currently in the process of obtaining it).
  • 3–5 years of experience in instrumentation, automation, process control, and troubleshooting.
  • Knowledge of Rockwell automation equipment (Studio 5000, Factory Talk View, SLC
    500).
  • Experience configuring and troubleshooting variable frequency drives (VFDs).
  • Knowledge of low-voltage electrical distribution equipment (600V), including switchgear, MCCs, and distribution panels.
  • Experience with ABB and Rockwell VFDs is considered an asset.
  • Experience with industrial communication networks (Ether Net/IP, Device Net, Control Net, IO-Link, HART) is an asset.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Functional English.
  • Strong knowledge of applicable codes and regulations related to the role, with the ability to ensure compliance with established standards.
  • Give meaning to your career and help us make a difference: become a transformation champion!

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