Senior Technician, Automation (Journeyperson Electrician) - Night Shift
Edmonton, Canada Job ID JR0131028 Category Facility Services, Distribution Operations Post Date May. 27, 2025McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.
Journeyperson Millwright, Automated Pharmaceutical Distribution Centre
Location -14010 164th Street - Edmonton, AB
Shift: Sunday to Thursday 8:30pm to 5:00am
Compensation: Based on experience (salaried role and eligible for overtime)
Status: Permanent, Full time
This career opportunity offers a competitive base compensation, 3 weeks vacation (pro-rated based on start date), 2 floater days (pro-rated based on start date), a group insurance benefits program (from first day of hire), DC Pension Plan with matching, an additional bonus program, night shift premium and a chance to work with a great team in a temperature controlled automated pharmaceutical facility.
Job Summary
The Senior Technician (Automation), works as a part of a team to maximize equipment utilization, efficiency and performance, while providing industrial, electrical and mechanical expertise. The position is responsible for maintaining safety, quality, efficiency, equipment reliability and continuous improvement initiatives for a state-of-the-art Order Storage and Retrieval and automated order picking systems along with other building equipment.
The Senior Technician focuses on the application of knowledge of electrical, mechanical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated equipment, including the utilization of 480VAC, 240 VAC, 120 VAC, and 48VDC, 24VDC, VFDs, and PLCs (Siemens preferred).
The Senior Technician is required to be a fully competent individual with broad advanced electrical knowledge and proven hands on experience. Being able to complete job tasks independently with minimal supervision is a must.
The Senior Technician will provide resolutions to a wide range of complex problems with judgment within defined policies and practices, contribute to development of procedures, goals and objectives and frequently work with other internal resources as well as with outside contractors and suppliers.
This position will work within a team of experienced technicians and under the guidance of the Sr. Facility Maintenance Manager.
Section A – Specific Responsibilities
Reading and interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings, and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial equipment installations
Maintaining complete equipment records and documentation related to tests, maintenance, modifications and repairs in CMMS
Following test, maintenance and installation procedures established as acceptable for the equipment under the care of the maintenance department
Developing and recommending improvements, design changes or modifications to mechanical systems, equipment or procedures
Routinely testing electrical and mechanical systems, electronic equipment and components to ensure they are working properly and safely
Assembling, installing, maintaining and repairing all electrical, electromechanical equipment and components as per manufacturer’s installation procedures
Performing routine daily, weekly and monthly preventative maintenance programs of all low voltage electrical and mechanical operating systems, rotating equipment to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair to avoid failure of equipment
Diagnosing and repairing malfunctioning low voltage electrical and mechanical operating systems, equipment and components by using manuals, schematic diagrams and electronic test equipment to locate and repair faults and operational problems
Providing technical support to all employees on the shift
Section B – General Responsibilities
Performing miscellaneous duties as assigned by the Sr. Facility Maintenance Manager
Assisting in inventory audits of spare parts to ensure availability of replacement parts and equipment
Advising the Sr. Facility Maintenance Manager of hazards, defects or unsafe conditions on or off the equipment
Recording equipment deterioration to determine whether continued operation of rotating equipment could be hazardous
Scheduling and coordinating maintenance and repairs with other departments that may be affected by these activities
Assisting in maintaining clean, orderly and hazard free work areas
Always keeping work area safe, organized and clean
Following company Health and Safety policies
Working without close or direct supervision
Section C – Position Qualifications
Knowledge and hands on experience working with:
PLCs, VFDs, SCADA
ASi Bus, Profibus, Ethernet
Barcode scanners, vision systems, light curtains, photosensors
De-stackers, robotic palletizers (Fanuc preferred), roller and belt conveyors
Thermo transfer printers, label applicators
Servo Drives, AC and DC motors, gearboxes
Air compressors, air dryers, power generators, AC power distribution,
Hydraulics, overhead doors, dock plates
HVAC
Journeyman Certified Electrician
5+ years of relevant experience in a similar role, working as a team with other electricians and industrial mechanics
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, operating manuals and maintenance instructions
Theoretical and operational experience in the repair and troubleshooting of PLC-based machinery, and control systems
Proficiency on industrial machinery, mechanical equipment and components, including pneumatic and hydraulic systems, compressors, conveyors and material handling systems
Demonstrated ability in trouble shooting and isolating faults in electrical low voltage control and mechanical systems
Practical knowledge of network interfaces
Ability to create mechanical solutions to optimize production
Knowledgeable in repairing and performing routine maintenance on production equipment
Proficiency with computers and experience with various software
Hands-on, team oriented, and committed to improvement processes
Experience in reducing costs through processes and efficiencies
Strong problem-solving capabilities
Attention to detail and exceptional follow-up skills
Process-oriented mentality
Able to prioritize workload and effectively meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to multitask and work in an organized fashion with attention to detail and accuracy
Willingness to respond to call-ins or overtime when required
Working Conditions and Environment:
Night shift: Sunday to Thursday 8:30pm to 5:00am
Appreciation of cultural diversity
Physical requirements may be: Sitting, squatting, walking, reaching out to arm’s length, reaching over-head, lifting between 20-30 pounds, climbing stairs and ladders, reading
Willingness to respond to call-ins or overtime when required.
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We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$77,600 - $129,400McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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