Apprentice Electrician

Hut 8; Drumheller; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology and infrastructure firm is seeking an Apprentice Electrician in Drumheller, Canada. The successful candidate will oversee electrical installations, repairs, and maintenance, ensuring compliance with electrical codes. Ideal candidates should have 4+ years of experience and relevant certifications. The role offers competitive pay of $33-$37 CAD per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience as an Apprentice Electrician.
• Up-to-date certifications for role.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems and components.
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure system functionality.
• Plan and manage electrical projects and coordinate with contractors.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrician program at technical or trade school

Tools

PLC Programming

Job description

Imagine the ultimate destination for those who want to work at the cutting edge of technology, energy, and infrastructure. Hut8 is on a mission to build and operate some of the world’s largest data centers for next-generation computing workloads, including AI, Colocation, Cloud, and Bitcoin Mining. We are proud to offer interesting and challenging opportunities for individuals who want to build teams, solve problems, and make an impact from day one. If you’re an ambitious individual looking for a career that is as rewarding as it is challenging, you’ve to the right place.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Apprentice Electrician is responsible for overseeing and executing complex electrical installations, repairs, and maintenance. This role requires advanced knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and safety procedures. The Journeyman Electrician will work closely with the Site Managers to lead and supervise the electricians and technicians on site, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and in compliance with all regulatory standards. We are looking to hire an experienced and certified Journeyman Electrician to complete various projects and tasks as needed at various facilities and maintain our day-to-day operational excellence. This is an essential role in our rapidly expanding infrastructure.

Some of the key responsibilities you should expect are the following:

• Install repair, and maintain electrical systems and components, including wiring, circuit breakers, outlets, and lighting systems
• Conduct regular inspections and tests to ensure system functionality
• Plan and manage electrical projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and coordinating with other trades and contractors
• Conduct extensive work on pad mounted transformers (PMTs) to include Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) Test prep, IR scans, ensuring proper torquing standards are met, etc.
• Ensure all work complies with local, state, and national electrical codes and regulations
• Work closely with operations staff and facility managers to optimize repairs and maintenance efforts while also helping to develop and grow with other electricians across the company
• Possess deep experience with 3-phase electrical systems
• PLC Programming a plus, but not required
• Diagnose and resolve complex electrical issues in commercial and industrial settings
• Implement and enforce safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members
• Maintain accurate records of work performed including inspections, repairs, and installations
• Assist with other maintenance needs on site
• On-call electrician for all our facilities, 24/7

ABOUT YOU

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience and certifications in safely installing and maintaining LV/MV electrical systems and components. HV experience is great to have, but not required. Ability to be a problem solver, diligent, hard worker, team player, and demonstrate flexibility. This is an exciting company that is experiencing amazing growth at a rapid pace.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have 4+ years of experience as an Apprentice Electrician
• Must have up-to-date certifications for role
• Completion of an electrician program at a technical or trade school preferred
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to multitask
• Computer experience is a plus+
• Must pass a motor vehicle check
• Must have own reliable transportation to get to and from the designated work site location

ABOUT THE WORK ENVIRONMENT

This role is onsite at our Drumheller, Canada location with business travel across various sites as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rate is ~ $33-$37 CAD per hour.

WHAT MAKES HUT 8 A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

Hut 8 offers a benefits and wellness program that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as paid time off. We are proud to invest in building the best team in the industry. At all levels of the organization, we are driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, radical transparency, and relentless growth mentality.

At Hut 8, you will have the opportunity to:

▶ Work with bright, driven peers from a range of educational and professional backgrounds including software development, energy, engineering, entrepreneurship, investment banking, private equity, and management consulting

▶ Design and pitch new products, services, and other initiatives to a leadership team consisting of serial entrepreneurs and seasoned executives and backed by a board of directors consisting of industry veterans of energy, finance, and government

▶ Debate ideas and alternatives in a truly meritocratic setting where the learning curve is steep and the lessons come from both senior and junior members of the team

▶ Build a lifelong network of friends and professional connections at the cutting-edge intersection of technology, energy, and infrastructure