Apprentice, Industrial Electrician

Join our globally growing team at ATS Industrial Automation where we create complex automation solutions at the highest level that sustainably impact lives around the world.

At ATS, a publicly traded global company with a proud 40-year history, we help drive the future with our factory-wide automation solutions. At ATS Industrial Automation, what we do matters - both to our customers and to their customers. With 1000 skilled employees around the world, we design, build and service mission-critical automated assembly and test solutions for mobility, nuclear and specialty automation.

Our customers are leaders in their industries and rely on us to deliver what we promise - on time and on budget. Combined with our broad product portfolio, financial strength and global presence, we provide our customers with the best automation solutions wherever and whenever they need them.

Major Duties

• Total Compensation &

Benefits

• Pay Rate: $22 - $32Eligible for Annual Incentive Bonus
• Stock Purchase Plan3 Weeks Vacation
• Health Care Benefits + $600 Health Care Spending Account
• Employee Engagement Events (Employee BBQ’s and lunches, weekly treat day, etc.)
• Employee Development Programs
• Performs duties assigned and mentored by Managers, Group Leads and Licensed electricians.
• The Apprentice learns to read and interpret layout and schematic drawings in order to assemble, install and wire electrical components and sub-assemblies on robotic work cells and industrial automation systems.
• Specific

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete a Ministry of Labour recognized Industrial electrician apprentice course.
• Complete the Ministry of Labour mandated hours to be able to challenge for your Certificate of Qualification as an Industrial Electrician Challenge and successfully obtain your C of Q as an Industrial Electrician.
• Locate and convey tools and materials to specific project locations in the plant.
• Using layout drawings, determine mounting locations for devices, din rail, wireways and other components.
• Drill, tap and mount all components using appropriate fasteners.
• Measure, cut and bend conduit, using tape measures, hand benders and electric benders.
• Learn to use and maintain all tools and associated electrical equipment.
• Read and interpret schematic drawings, layouts and other specifications supplied by our design department and the customer in order to perform the tasks required.
• Perform panel wiring, cell wiring and system wiring, including installation of conduits and wireways to electrical design package, applicable regulations, and customer specifications.
• Assist senior electricians to isolate and correct defects in wiring, switches, motor, and other electrical equipment.
• Assist in the tear down and shipping process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education:
• Enrolment in a college program specializing in electricity and electronics or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience:A practical, working knowledge of electrical wiring, electrical troubleshooting, and electronics, along with a keen interest to learn are essential.
• Must be capable of working in a team environment and be able to maintain a positive attitude and consistent contribution to the projects assigned.
• Why should you join ATS Industrial Automation?

Be a part of an engaged, empowered and innovative global workforceWe offer a robust total rewards package- Competitive starting salaries, comprehensive health and dental benefits, overtime pay, employee bonus, RSP matching, Employee Share Purchase ProgramWe provide awesome work perks such as treat days, gourmet coffee and beverages, subsidized breakfast and lunches in our cafeteria, employee referral bonuses and lots more.

We are intentional about your professional growth and development through internal career opportunities and our educational reimbursement program. The Compensation offered will be based on the local job market and may vary depending on factors such as the job-related knowledge, skills, experience of the selected candidate, as well as other objective business considerations.

Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of these benefit plans will be provided when the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment.

This role represents an existing vacancy within the organization.ATS is in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disability Act (AODA), 2005 and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to personal disability. We would ask those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.

The ATS applicant tracking system may utilize AI software with pre‑defined, rule‑based filters to organize and manage application materials. Rule‑based filters operate solely on fixed criteria and do not perform autonomous evaluation or generate independent recommendations. All hiring decisions continue to involve human review and judgment.

If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.