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The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.
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Job Description:
Where Your Well-being Matters. Your Growth is Supported. And You Thrive.
At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs, where your work directly enhances lives and strengthens our community. The community values a high quality of life and promotes a clean, green, beautiful and healthy environment that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity and provides affordable and safe neighborhoods that are accessible to all.
Working at the City’s municipally operated Water Pollution Control Plant, your well-being, growth, and impact matter every day. We invest in your future through comprehensive benefits, a secure pension, and meaningful career development opportunities. You’ll also enjoy life in a city known for its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community.
Join us and discover how fulfilling a plant electrician career can be, where you have the time, support, and resources to truly make a difference.
Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day
As a Plant Electrician – Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), you’ll be part of a high-impact team transforming wastewater into clean water for all. Our team is committed to protecting the integrity of the environment by providing primary and secondary wastewater treatment, phosphorus and ammonia removal and sludge digestion for the City of Thunder Bay. We provide innovative and cost-effective ways to sustain and manage our wastewater treatment process.
At the WPCP, we focus on work-life balance, including such advantages as:
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Working straight days - working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
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No Shift work, no night shift.
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A clean, well-maintained facility where meaningful work is achieved.
Here you’ll work in a collaborative and inclusive team environment, where you have an opportunity to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the community, and appreciation is part of the culture.
Whether you are early in your career, highly experienced or just want to return to your beloved Thunder Bay, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence make a real impact on the community.
How You’ll Impact the Community
As a Plant Electrician at the City of Thunder Bay Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP), you will:
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Participate in the Plant’s facility maintenance system and recommend changes or modifications to such systemsPlan, install, repair, maintain, connect, test electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment and wiring for systems of alarm, communication, light, heat, and power in buildings or other structures.
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Purchase equipment, material and parts required and recommend spare parts for inventory.
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Perform the duties of an Operator or Lead of Electrical when required.
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Recommend changes to existing systems and equipment.
What You Can Count On With Us
We’re proud to offer a workplace where your well-being, growth, and sense of purpose come first:
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Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
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OMERS Defined Benefit pension plan for a secure future
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Work hours – Mondays to Fridays (8:30 am to 4:30 pm)
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Amazing team environment built on respect and inclusivity
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Paid vacation, holidays, and a voluntary leave purchase plan
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Tuition reimbursement, mentorship, and leadership development, including certification support
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Life insurance & accidental death and dismemberment insurance (1.5 times annual salary)
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Wellness and family support programs
What You Bring to the Team
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Grade 12 or equivalent as per the Ministry of Environment certification guidelines
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Red Seal Industrial Electrician (442A) or Red Seal Electrician – Construction (309A) & Maintenance
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Must have proven experience with Programmable Logic Controllers, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) systems
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Fire Alarm Endorsement would be desirable
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Ready to bring your skills, expertise, and heart to a team where you can truly make a difference? Join us as Plant Electrician and enjoy a career that offers purpose, support, and the opportunity to grow.
Click the Apply button above today and start your next chapter with the City of Thunder Bay.
Belonging, Inclusion, and Your Privacy
The City of Thunder Bay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. We are committed to a recruitment process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier-free.
ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:
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Photos
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Any certificates that have photo identification
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Driver’s licences
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Police records checks
Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources & Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.
ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.
PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources & Corporate Safety Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866
