Dual Ticket Electrician - Field

Finning; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage and shift premiums

Field premium

Shift premium

Dual ticket premium

Per Diem and Travel payments

Paid Time Off in Year 1

Pension with company match

Employee Share Purchase

Employer paid medical benefits

CAT certified training

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a Journeyperson Electrician/HET to join our Power & Energy service team in Edmonton. You will install, commission, test, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets, battery energy storage systems, and related electrical control systems across customer sites.

The role requires strong safety commitment, the ability to work independently in a field-based environment, and valid driver’s license. This is a permanent, mobile, on-road position with a 7x7 shift.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician Certification required; Red Seal preferred.
• HET Certification required or willing to pursue apprenticeship.
• Electrical Safety Training – Arc Flash and Shock.
• FSRA/FSRB credentials are a plus.
• Proven generator or power system experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets (diesel and natural gas).
• Work on generator controls (EMCP/ECS platforms), ATS, switchgear, and distribution equipment.
• Perform electrical testing, load bank testing, and control system verification.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, diagrams, and single-line drawings.
• Perform mechanical work on large diesel and natural gas engines and air compressors.

Skills

Journeyman Electrician

HET Certification

Arc Flash Safety

FSRA/FSRB

Generator Experience

Gas/Diesel Engine Experience

ATS & Emergency Power

Electrical Troubleshooting

Driver's License

Education

Red Seal preferred

Apprentices welcome

Job description

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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

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.