Apprentice Electrician or PSE Apprentice

Rising Edge Group; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Generous paid time off

RRSP-DPSP employer matching

Comprehensive benefits package

Safety training

PPE allowance

Travel time paid

Career advancement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Rising Edge Group in Calgary is seeking a PSE/Electrician Apprentice to install and maintain low and high voltage equipment in a substation. You will gain hands-on experience with ground grids, structural steel erection, and the repair and assembly of power system equipment.

Under supervision you will assist with installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of high voltage transformers and related equipment, while adhering to safety standards and pre-employment checks.

Qualifications

• Inducted into Electrical or PSE trade.
• Knowledge of the Alberta Electrical Utility Code and OH&S rules relevant to the PSE/Electrician role.
• Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Office; computer-based test equipment would be an asset.
• Experience operating construction equipment such as skid steer, mini hoe, manlifts, and zoom booms is a strong asset.
• Must meet pre-access Drug & Alcohol testing requirements.
• Must be able to work comfortably at heights.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain low and high voltage equipment in a substation.
• Assist with ground grids, structure erection and assembly of power system equipment.
• Assist with installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of high voltage transformers.
• Assist in day-to-day substation construction activities.
• Work with high voltage equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, switches, and SCADA systems.
• Install time-sensitive network and power cabling with proper documentation.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine inspections.

Skills

Electrical trade knowledge

PSE trade experience

Safety awareness

Height safety

Education

Indentrusted into Electrical or PSE trade

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Test equipment

Job description

Who We Are

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, andmaintainthe critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

Driven bya clear visionto strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by ourSTRIDEvalues - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth,mentorshipand collaboration where safety always come first.

What You'll Do

Reporting to theJourneypersonPSE/Electrician, the role of PSE/Electrician Apprentice is toinstall new andmaintainlow and high voltage equipment in a substation.Under this role the PSE/Electrician Apprentice will gain hands-on experience with the installation of ground grids, structural steel’s erection and the repair and assembly of power system equipment.The PSE/Electrician Apprentice is responsible toassistwith theinstallation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of high voltage transformers and all other related equipment ona substation.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

• Assistin theday to dayactivities involved with substation construction
• Work with high voltage equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, and switches, voltage regulators, capacitor banks, P&C (protection and control)equipmentand SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition systems) systems, human machine interfaces (HMI)and remote terminal units (RTUs)
• Install time sensitive network and power cabling, including connection,locationand documentation of all circuits, asrequired
• Perform preventive equipment maintenance; scheduled, unscheduled and emergency requests
• Perform maintenance, predictiveinspectionsand testing on substation equipment
• Develop work scopes, draftproceduresand perform routine repairs
• Comply,at all times, with Rising Edge Technologies operating and maintenance safe work practices,proceduresand standards
• Develop andmaintaintest and maintenance reports while working under Journey PSE/Electrician
• Work with Journeyman PSE/Electrician to install ground grids, power system equipment’sassemblyand erection of structural steel

Additional Information

This position isdesignatedas safety-sensitive making employment contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, as well as criminal and general backgroundchecks.

Schedule

• Schedule rotations range from 4 days on / 3 days off, 8 days on / 6 days off, 14 days on / 7 days off, etc.
• Standard workdays are 10 hours (7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 10 hours per day and 40 hours per week
• Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)

What We Are Looking For

• Indentured into Electrical or PSE trade
• Have knowledge of the Alberta Electrical Utility Code (A.E.U.C Safety Codes Act) and Occupational Health and Safety rules as theyrelate to the PSE/Electrician role
• Have a valid Alberta Provincial Class 5 driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, Office andcomputer basedtest equipmentwould be an asset
• Previous experience operating construction equipment such as skid steer, mini hoe, manlifts, and zoom booms considered a strong asset.
• Must meet pre-access Drug & Alcohol testing requirements
• Must be able to work comfortably at heights

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with weekly payperiods
• Overtime opportunities (project dependent)
• Generous paid time off
• RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
• Company-paid safety training
• Annual PPE allowance provided for field-based employees (post-probation)
• Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)
• Travel time to and from site will be paid at base rate, and travel provided by employer (project dependent)
• Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Why Rising Edge Group?

Safety & Excellence:Safety is at the heart of everything we do.Every project is approached with diligence, strategic planning, and reliable execution practices to protect our teams and the clients we serve while delivering world-class high-voltage solutions. Our unwavering commitment tosafetyand quality drivesexcellence on every project, every day.

People-First Culture:You're more than a job title.Every person contributes to powering essential energy infrastructure across North America. Our teams are built on collaboration, respect, and accountability. We support our employees through meaningful engagement initiatives, team events, and a culture that prioritizes wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections.

Career Growth & Impact:Your role is a path to along-termcareer.We empower our employees with hands-on experience, exposure to diverse projects, and opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development,you'll build lasting expertise while making a tangible impact in an environment where teamwork and integrity guide our work.

Reward & Recognition:We believe skill,dedication, and excellence deserves recognition. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of appreciation ensure your achievements are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

At Rising Edge Group,you're not just building projects,you're building a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.