Dual Ticket Electrician - Field

finning; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Field premium

Shift premium

Per diem

Pension with match

Share purchase plan

Medical benefits

CAT training

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a Journeyperson Electrician/HET to join our Power & Energy service team, working on CAT generator systems across multiple sites. Responsibilities include installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of CAT generator sets, battery energy storage, electrical distribution/control, and air systems.

The role requires strong technical capability, safety commitment, and the ability to work independently in a mobile field environment while upholding

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician certification required; Red Seal preferred.
• HET certification or willingness to pursue apprenticeship.
• Electrical safety training including Arc Flash and Shock (CSAZ462).
• FSRA/FSRB credentials are an asset.
• Proven experience on generators or power systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets (diesel and natural gas).
• Perform electrical work on generator controls, ATS, switchgear, distribution equipment, and control systems.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams; conduct functional and load bank testing.
• Perform mechanical work on large diesel and natural gas engines and air compressors.

Skills

Journeyperson Electrician

HET Certification

Arc Flash Training

FSRA/FSRB asset

Generators experience

Generator installation

ATS & Switchgear

Power systems

Valid driver's license

Job description

Company: Finning Canada

Number of Openings: 4

Worker Type: Permanent

Position Overview: Finning Canada is seeking a Journeyperson Electrician/HET to join our Power & Energy service team, supporting Caterpillar (CAT) generator systems across a variety of customer sites and industries. This role is primarily responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting/repairs of CAT generator sets, battery energy storage systems, electrical distribution/control systems, and compressed air products.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently in a field based environment while representing Finning and Caterpillar to the highest standard.

Shift: 7x7 continuous shift (Wednesday - Tuesday)

Location: Edmonton

Logistics: This is a mobile position, this job will be 'on the road' for the entire shift (accommodations/per diem provided)

What's In It For You

• Wage $54.04-$60.04
• $2.25 Field Premium, $3.50 Shift Premium
• Dual ticket premium $3.25/hour
• 7x7 Continuous shift
• Per Diem and Travel payments, accommodations provided
• Paid Time Off in Year 1: Vacation, Sick & Flex Time
• Pension; with 6% Employee min. contribution, 1.25% Finning match
• Employee Share Purchase; 6% voluntary, 2% Finning match
• Employer paid medical benefits
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description

Major Job Functions

• Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets (diesel and natural gas)
• Perform electrical work on: Generator controls (EMCP/ECS platforms), Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), Switchgear and distribution equipment, Paralleling and load‑sharing systems, Control Systems
• Read and interpret Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and single line diagrams
• Functional testing and verification
• Load bank testing
• Perform mechanical work on: Large Diesel and Nat. Gas engines, Air Compressors

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician Certification (Red Seal preferred)
• HET Certification; (Apprentices will be considered) or, Willing to pursue apprenticeship
• Electrical Safety Training - Arc Flash and Shock (CSAZ462)
• FSRA or FSRB credential would be considered an asset
• Proven experience working on generators or power systems
• Experience with: Generator installation and commissioning, Natural Gas & Diesel Engine systems, ATS and emergency power systems, Electrical troubleshooting in industrial environments
• Power Generation experience would be considered an asset
• Generator Rebuild experience would be considered an asset
• Heavy Duty Mechanical experience or certification would be considered an asset
• Team player capable of working with minimal supervision, in challenging conditions
• Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Valid class 5 driver's license with a successful recent drivers abstract

Note: A skills assessment may be required during the application/review process

Union Membership

You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.

Company Culture

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.