Apprentice Electrician, 1st - 3rd Year - BAS Controls (Lethbridge)

Ainsworth; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GDI Ainsworth in Lethbridge, AB is seeking technical apprentices for its Building Automation team. You will work under a qualified Journeyman to install and retrofit building automation control systems in construction environments, gaining hands-on experience with low voltage wiring and automation equipment.

The role emphasizes learning about building systems integrations, interpreting diagrams, and contributing to safe, precise installations while progressing toward a journeyman status.

Qualifications

• Indentured Electrical Apprentice in Alberta (1st-3rd year) with conduit experience.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and terminology.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Ambitious learner seeking progression in building systems.
• Experience with low voltage and with HVAC/building automation is an asset.
• Ability to read and draw simple electrical sketches and schematics.
• Excellent command of English (written and oral).
• Commercial/Construction installations experience.
• Class 5 driver’s license; clean driving record.
• Must live in the Lethbridge area.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, diagrams, shop drawings, and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts.
• Install conduits, pull low voltage controls and data cabling, and terminate wiring.
• Install and commission control equipment and panels.
• Perform troubleshooting and issue identification on relays and controls.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Work under supervision to install building automation systems in new or existing buildings.

Skills

Electrical apprentice

Low voltage

Troubleshooting

HVAC/building automation

Reading drawings/schematics

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Construction installations

Job description

Job Category: Building Automation

Requisition Number: APPRE012146

• Posted : August 12, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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If you thrive in a fast-growing team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworthteam today!

Position Summary:

We are looking to add technical apprentices to our Lethbridge, AB BAS team that are in their 1st or 2nd or 3rd year of experience. Working with a qualified Journeyman, install building automation control systems in new and existing buildings, including retro fit projects in a construction environment. Learn about building systems integrations and become a building performance expert.

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret floor drawings, circuit diagrams, shop drawings, and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new and existing installations
• Cut, bend, thread and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings.
• Pull low voltage controls and data communications cabling through conduits and ceiling spaces.
• Terminations of low voltage wiring, panels, network, and devices.
• Install, replace and repair electrical control equipment such as relays, temperature sensors, actuators and panels.
• Commission newly installed control systems through point-to-point verification and sequence checks with a qualified lead technician.
• Identify any issues through standard troubleshooting procedures of relays, controls devices, and low voltage electrical circuits.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Perform all job functions ina safe and healthful manner, abiding by and in accordance with all applicable Health, Safety and Environmental company policies and government legislation/regulations

Qualifications:

• Indentured Electrical Apprentice in Alberta (1st - 3rd Year) with conduit experience
• Any relevant technical background or training an asset but not required.
• Knowledge of electrical theory and terminology.
• Strong trouble shooting skills.
• Ambitious learner who wants to progress in their career for building systems.
• Experience working with low voltage.
• Experience with HVAC, building automation systems and VFD’s an asset
• Ability to read and draw simple electrical sketches and schematics
• Excellent command of the English Language, both written and oral
• Strong attention to detail, ability to execute precision work
• Commercial / Construction installations experience
• Class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract
• Must live in the Lethbridge Area.

While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request.

GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi-trade company, offering end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference.