Electrical Apprentice/Materials Coordinator

Control Tech; Fort Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive premium benefits package

Medical, Dental/Vision, Life & AD&D

Extended Health Services

Training & Education

Employee & Family Assistance Programs

Job summary

Control Tech in Fort Saskatchewan, AB, seeks an Electrical Apprentice/Materials Coordinator for a project-based role with ~75% materials coordination and ~25% electrical work. The position runs on a 14 days on / 7 days off rotation on a Wood Buffalo/Fort McMurray project, with flights from Edmonton/Calgary and meals/lodging at a camp.

Applicants must be a third- or fourth-year electrical apprentice; you will procure, track, and manage materials, assist electrical tasks under journeyman

Qualifications

• Must be currently registered/indentured as an electrical apprentice.
• Telehandler/Zoom boom training and ability to operate and tow a trailer.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with inventory systems and Excel.
• Forklift, skid steer, and rigging/hoisting training/experience is an asset.
• Excellent communication to liaise with suppliers, project teams and management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sourcing, ordering, delivery tracking and receiving of materials.
• Maintain inventory records, audits, and forecast material requirements with site supervisors.
• Inspect received goods and document missing or damaged items.
• Identify, organize, and distribute electrical components, materials and cables to field crews.
• Operate telehandler/zoom boom and drive company vehicles with trailers as required.
• Assist with reporting on material usage, costs and inventory levels.
• Read and interpret drawings and electrical code specifications.
• Assist with wire pulling, splicing, connections, installation and testing under journeyperson supervision.
• Comply with safety programs and safe material handling procedures.
• Perform other duties as directed by Site Superintendent.

Skills

Electrical apprentice registration

Telehandler/Zoom boom operation

Driver's license & clean abstract

Organizational skills

Inventory systems & Excel

Forklift operation training

Rigging/hoisting experience

Communication skills

Education

Third- or fourth-year electrical apprentice

Tools

MS Office / Excel

Job description

Electrical Apprentice/Materials Coordinator

Full Time Employee Fort Saskatchewan, AB, CA

Salary Range: $32.00 To $35.00 Hourly

Why Control Tech?

At Control Tech, our goal is to empower our people to deliver high quality solutions to our clients. We offer a competitive perks/benefits package and place value on our employees!

Some of the benefits you can expect are:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive Premium Benefit Package
  - Medical, Dental/Vision, Life and AD&D
  - Extended Health Services
• Training & Education: Fostering ongoing growth and development of our employees.
• Employee & Family Assistance Programs
• And so much more; come see for yourself!

Project Location: Wood Buffalo/Fort McMurray
Project Duration: October 2026 through May 2027
Shift: 14 Days On / 7 Days Off Rotation - Consistent Schedule with extended time off between rotations
Travel: Flights provided from Edmonton or Calgary
Accommodations: Meals and lodging Provided via Camp setting
Potential for future employment opportunities upon project completion

Job Brief: Applicants must be currently registered/indentured as a third- or fourth-year electrical apprentice. This role consists of approximately 75% materials coordination and 25% electrical work.

The Electrical Apprentice/Materials Coordinator manages procurement, delivery, and inventory to support project timelines and budgets, working closely with project managers, the Site Superintendent, suppliers, and on-site teams. Electrical duties are performed under the direction of Journeyman Electricians.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate sourcing, ordering, delivery tracking, and receiving of construction materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, conduct audits, and forecast material requirements with site supervisors.
• Inspect received goods and document missing or damaged items.
• Identify, organize, and distribute electrical components, materials, and cable types to field crews.
• Operate a telehandler/zoom boom and drive company vehicles with trailers to collect and transport materials as required.
• Assist with reporting on material usage, costs, and inventory levels.
• Read and interpret drawings and electrical code specifications.
• Assist with wire pulling, splicing, connections, electrical installation, maintenance, repairs, and circuit testing under journeyperson supervision.
• Comply with company safety programs and policies, including safe material handling and storage.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Site Superintendent.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Current registration/indenture as an electrical apprentice, with working knowledge of electrical components and cable types.
• Telehandler/zoom boom training and operating ability; ability to safely tow and maneuver a trailer.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract meeting Control Tech’s standards.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with inventory systems and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Skid steer, forklift, and rigging and hoisting training/experience considered assets.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with suppliers, project teams, and management.