Apprentice Electrician

Spark Power Corp; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will support Journeymen and contribute to various tasks, enhancing your skills and taking on greater responsibilities over time. The company is committed to providing continuous training and career advancement opportunities, making it an ideal environment for those eager to grow in the electrical field. With a diverse customer base and a focus on safety and quality, this position offers a unique chance to develop your career while being part of a supportive and innovative team.

Benefits

Continuous training and skills improvement

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive wages

Profit sharing

Employee share ownership program

Uniforms provided

Tooling paid

Travel and per diem paid

Workboot allowance

Excellent benefits package

Qualifications

• Must be a registered electrical apprentice with a minimum level 1.
• Experience in industrial, commercial, or institutional electrical work is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Journeymen with tasks and contribute to operations.
• Perform field work, installations, and maintain work order accuracy.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Good numeracy skills

Education

High School Diploma

Registered Electrical Apprentice - Minimum level 1

Tools

Barcode scanner

Tools for electrical work

Job description

Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for an Electrical Apprentice (3rd year or higher) to join our Cambridge team. Spark Power Electrical Apprentices are responsible for helping Journeymen and other employees with their tasks and contributing to operations. Over the course of time, the Apprentice’s skills will increase, and they will take more ownership of jobs and how they are run, dependent on their abilities.

What you'll be doing as an Electrical Apprentice at Spark Power:

• Deciding on the best methods for visualizing, measuring, and estimating work as appropriate for the job situation
• Deciding when additional materials are needed in order to complete required work
• Defining and labeling wires, conduits, and apparatus in order to avoid shock/electrocution
• Deciding on best routing options for conduit, wires, and other systems
• Assisting newer/fellow Apprentices with orientation and learning
• Attending Required Meetings, safety meetings and professional development sessions
• Keeping phone and barcode scanner charged and ready and truck stocked with proper tools and materials
• Loading materials, lifts, trailers, and other equipment
• Maintaining Work Order Accuracy
• Performing field work/installations
• Performing Vehicle Maintenance

Here are some of the perks Spark Power employees enjoy:

• Diverse and exciting industrial, commercial and institutional customer base
• Growing company with consistent work and full time hours guaranteed
• Continuous training and skills improvement including Spark U and external training certifications
• Career advancement opportunities (such as Foreman, Project Manager)
• Competitive Wages
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Share Ownership Program
• Uniforms provided and cleaning service
• Tooling paid
• Travel and Per Diem Paid
• Workboot allowance
• Corporate discounts (such as hotels, travel, insurance, retail..)
• Excellent Benefits Package with flexible options and wellness spending accounts
• RRSP

Do you have the Spark? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• High School Diploma
• Registered Electrical apprentice – Minimum level 1
• Experience in industrial, commercial and/or institutional electrical work
• Excellent attitude with a proactive, hardworking and team-oriented personality is key!
• Valid Drivers License with clear abstract is required
• Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Reliable and committed to quality work and contributing to the team
• Electrical knowledge is an asset
• Positive and hardworking attitude with a desire to grow in your Electrical career
• Good numeracy skills
• Attention to detail and ability to meet specified deadlines
• Adhere to all Health and Safety standards and practices
• Adhere to Spark Power’s Covid 19 vaccination policy

Who is Spark Power?

Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers’ Trusted Partner in Power. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers’ operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow.

Spark Power welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.