Electrician (Manufacturing)

About the role

Gerdau is seeking a skilled Electrician to join its Selkirk, Manitoba plant. The role involves installing, repairing, and maintaining electrical and electronic equipment in a high‑voltage manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Interpret wiring diagrams, drawings and specifications to perform scheduled and emergency repairs, installations and inspections.
• Plan and execute troubleshooting procedures, select materials, and ensure proper isolation of circuits to minimize operational impact.
• Test, adjust and service electronic and electrical control systems, gauges, and auxiliary equipment.
• Maintain spare‑parts inventory by referencing blueprints, catalogs and field investigations.

Required profile

• Red Seal Certification or Provincial Electrician Journeyman Certificate.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with rotating 12‑hour or day shifts.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with other trades.

Required skills

• Proficiency with electrical wiring diagrams and codes.
• Use of electrical and electronic tools such as wire strippers, pipe threading machines, acetylene torches, soldering irons, and testing equipment.
• Basic computer literacy for documentation and inventory management.

What we offer

• Hourly rate of $43.62 plus cost‑of‑living allowance, with overtime opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, RRSP matching and employee assistance program.