Maintenance Technician (Electrical Focus)

Concord, Ontario Full-Time | Monday–Friday (8AM–5PM) | Occasional weekends/on-call

About OBE

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope (OBE) is a leading North American manufacturer of architectural glass, metal, and glazing systems. Our Concord facility supports high-volume production and relies on skilled maintenance professionals to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Maintenance Technician (Electrical) plays a critical role in maintaining and improving plant reliability. This position focuses heavily on electrical troubleshooting, working with motors, drives, schematics, and 575V circuits. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on electrical experience, the ability to diagnose complex issues, and confidence working independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

While electrical expertise is the priority, the role also includes mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and general facility maintenance tasks. You will support both mid-day and afternoon operations, ensuring equipment uptime and safe performance across the plant.

What You’ll Do

• Electrical troubleshooting on production equipment, motors, drives, circuits, and control systems up to 575V.

• Instrumentation & process equipment diagnostics to support continuous plant operations.

• Emergency and scheduled repairs to minimize downtime and maintain safe equipment performance.

• Mechanical support including belts, bearings, minor fabrication, and basic machinist tasks.

• Preventive maintenance on machinery, facility systems, and electrical alarms.

• PLC troubleshooting (basic level; proprietary systems experience is an asset).

• Safety compliance including lockout/tagout and maintaining organized work areas.

• Facility maintenance including support for renovations, updates, and building systems.

• Equipment hazard assessment and communication with management.

• Perform work at heights using ladders, scaffolds, scissor lifts, booms, and roof access.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 2 years of relevant maintenance experience; Red Seal is an asset but not required.

• Strong electrical troubleshooting background — motors, drives, schematics, circuits.

• PLC experience is an asset.

• Mechanical aptitude (hydraulics, pneumatics, equipment repair).

• MIG and Stick welding experience.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.

• Problem-solving skills with the ability to develop alternative solutions.

• Basic computer proficiency.

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work in hot/cold environments.

• Commitment to safe work practices.

• Willingness to support after-hours callouts and weekend work as needed.

• Must be local to the Concord area (within ~50 km).