Industrial Electrician

What We Offer

Irving Tissue is proud to offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Starting wage of $54.619
• A flexible medical, dental, and vision plan
• Employee & family assistance programs
• RRSP matching program
• Health & wellness reimbursements
• Product purchase program
• Opportunities to take part in job related training and development
• Growth and progression opportunities within Irving Tissue and the larger network of the J.D. Irving group of companies
• Relocation costs (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Perform planned, preventive, and break-in maintenance, including installation, testing, and repair of electrical, electronic, and industrial equipment.
• Conduct troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem‑solving to ensure equipment reliability and process health.
• Use the CMMS (JD Edwards) to document all maintenance activities, update work orders, and maintain accurate shift log entries.
• Execute scheduled work (PMs, inspections, rounds) and act as a first responder for urgent “On the Run” tasks.
• Collaborate with planners, coordinators, and operations teams to ensure proper work prioritization, planning, and resource alignment.
• Follow all site safety practices and ensure others in the work area do the same.
• Complete shift assessments, review backlog items, and perform additional departmental tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Qualification - Industrial (or Construction) Electrician, Red Seal
• Preference given to candidates with Instrumentation License or demonstrated experience with instrumentation and controls
• Previous manufacturing experience is required
• Previous completion of an electrical apprenticeship is required
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Systems (CMMS) an asset
• Experience with DCS systems, control valves, calibration of instrumentation, PLC systems, AC drives, DC drives, servo drives, motion control, HMI interface (Allen-Bradley Controllogix Systems preferred, AC /DC Motors and HV/MV switchgears Operation, Power system and Transformer maintenance.
• Strong computer skills for both automation controls and daily applications is required
• Highly developed communications skills (verbal and written)
• High degree of attention to detail, precision and follow through
• Able to work in fast paced production environment with multiple priorities
• Team oriented

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees.  At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Irving Tissue, we know the key to success is our people. 

We are a leading manufacturer of premium quality tissue products – including national brands Royale® in Canada and Scotties® in the US - and private label. 

We pride ourselves in our commitment to providing the best quality products and exceptional service to our consumers and customers. 

Our parent company - J.D. Irving, Limited, is a responsible steward of the forests. J.D. Irving has planted more than 1 billion trees since 1957, and the Irving Forest Supply Chain, which includes Irving Tissue, was declared carbon neutral for the first time in 2020 and each full year since.