Lead Hand - Electrical

About Savaria – Better Mobility for Life

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, ceiling track lifts and patient slings.

Our vision is to empower people with mobility for life.

We achieve this by providing products that improve mobility and access in daily life, and through our drive to build quality products and to be attentive to the needs of our customers.

Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 11+ manufacturing facilities to reach markets in North America, Europe, Australia, and Asia.

We are looking for an Electromechanical Assembler to join our team.

This role will report to the Electrical Supervisor and will play a key role in leading daily electrical production activities, supporting cross-functional coordination, and ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency across both Electrical Assembly and Matot operations.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a growing organization that is committed to quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

This is a 100% on-site position

• Assemble, wire, test, and troubleshoot electro-mechanical systems and elevator components according to engineering drawings, schematics, blueprints, and production specifications.
• Install electrical controls, switches, control wiring, door systems, COP systems, and related elevator electrical components.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly instructions to ensure accurate installation and connections.
• Perform electrical testing, diagnostics, troubleshooting, repairs, and rewiring as required to meet quality and performance standards.
• Assemble and secure mechanical components using approved fasteners, hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines, and other production equipment.
• Support programming, configuration, and troubleshooting of Allen-Bradley PLCs, production tablets, and elevator control systems including Infinity, Eclipse, and Orion systems.
• Identify material shortages, drawing discrepancies, and assembly issues, and communicate requirements to appropriate teams to support production schedules
• Complete inspections, documentation, and quality checks to ensure assemblies meet safety, engineering, and customer requirements.
• Assist with process improvements, standard work development, and implementation of improved assembly techniques.
• Follow all safety procedures, maintain a clean and organized work environment, and comply with company quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Diploma or certification in Electrical, Electromechanical, Industrial Electrical, or a related field
• Electrical trade certification or equivalent experience is an asset

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on electrical/mechanical assembly and industrial electrical experience
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is required
• Experience working with PLC programming (Allen Bradley) is a strong asset
• Prior experience in a lead hand or senior technician role is preferred

• Strong leadership and team support capabilities
• Excellent ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and deadline-driven

Why Work with Us?

• Be part of a global, publicly traded company with a meaningful mission
• Competitive compensation
• Competitive salary with medical and dental benefits.
• Opportunities for learning, development, and career growth
• Work with a collaborative and inclusive team that values innovation and integrity
• Make a difference by helping people access a better quality of life

Savaria is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all individuals.

We value diversity in our workforce and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.

We will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable accessibility laws.

Savaria may use technology tools to support parts of our recruitment process, including video/audio interview recording and secure internal systems to manage applications.

Candidate information may be processed through our HR systems (including ADP Workforce Now) to support scheduling, communication, and recruitment workflow.

Interview recordings, where used, are collected for evaluation purposes only and are handled in a secure and confidential manner, in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

Please note that we receive a high volume of applications.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest in Savaria.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to something that matters, we encourage you to apply today.

Hiring steps

Virtual Interview with hiring manager/ Interview panels

In-person Interview and facility tour

Background check and offer