Electrical Apprentice Technician - BarW

UFA; Alberta; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the petroleum sector seeks an Electrical Apprentice Technician (1st year) in Alberta. You will assist in general electrical duties, including repairs and customer coordination, while developing your technical knowledge through a structured apprenticeship. The role offers competitive compensation and numerous employee benefits, with a strong focus on safety and inclusion.

Benefits

Employer paid health and dental benefits

RRSP program

Paid vacation

Employee discounts

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma and registered apprentice status are required.
• Developing knowledge in electrical, mechanical and petroleum troubleshooting.
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical, electronic, and mechanical repairs on-site and in-house.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with safety and operational practices.
• Coordinates customer relations and manages service calls efficiently.

Skills

Customer service skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical problem solving

Education

High school diploma

Registered with Alberta AIT as an Indentured Electrical Apprentice

Job description

Department: Petroleum Operations

Employment Type: Full-Time

Requisition ID: 1115

Date Posted: July 3, 2025

Closing Date: July 17, 2025

Bar W Petroleum & Electric is a diverse contracting and service company supporting two major industry sectors in Alberta B.C., Saskatchewan, NWT and Yukon, the Industrial/Commercial Electrical Industry, and the Downstream Petroleum Industry. Bar W has built a strong foundation of people, reputation, and integrity since 1988. Bar W is owned and operated by the United Farmers of Alberta since 2007.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Construction, the Electrical Apprentice Technician (1st year) is responsible to perform general electrical duties on a project or service site. This includes electronic and mechanical repairs, in-house and on-site, and commission equipment as assigned.

Why work at BarW?

• Competitive compensation, annual incentive program and overtime eligible
• Employer paid benefits: health, dental, health care spending account, personal spending account (health and fitness) & more.
• RRSP program
• Paid vacation.
• Employee and family assistance program
• Apprenticeship & education reimbursement program
• Career progression with an industry leading team of experts
• Company/Personal safety program
• Employee discounts
  
  

What will you be doing?

• Performs (In Training) electrical, electronic, and mechanical repairs including on-site and in-house repairs of equipment and technology by complying with all UFA/BarW, insurance company and government regulations.
• Coordinates (In Training) customer relations by managing allocated calls efficiently to improve service and decrease costs. This includes planning for adequate tools and equipment necessary for efficient work.
• Accountable for completing all required documentation correctly and in a timely manner.
• Responsible to develop a strong technical knowledge of assigned equipment through on the job training and training programs.
• Ensures safe practices are being followed in accordance to Health and Safety policies and practices.
• Responsible to read, understand and comply with UFA/BarW and client's Health, Safety and Environment Policies and Safe Work Practices and/or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
  
  

Are you qualified?

• High school diploma. Registered with Alberta AIT as an Indentured Electrical Apprentice. Must be registered in apprenticeship program. Required to participate and be certified in CPCA PM-Training.
• Developing knowledge and experience in electrical, mechanical and petroleum troubleshooting to be able to perform the higher level of technological challenges relative to electrical, electronic, and mechanical repairs.
• Be able to pursue continuing education opportunities to enhance performance including registering and successfully completing apprenticeship school/training.
• Basic knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Good organization and time management skills. Capable to develop the ability to manage multiple service/project work requests.
• Good customer/people skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Can-do attitude
• Require mathematical and mechanical aptitude, an analytical approach to problem solving, physical strength, manual dexterity, good hand-eye coordination and an ability to work at heights.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and electrical code specifications. Knowledgeable about computerized machinery and efficient with hand tools.
• Capable to develop industry specific OEM training and certifications.
• Valid Class 5 license. Required to work away from home overnight when required. Required to be available to do 24-hour, 7-day service calls when scheduled.
  
  

This is a safety sensitive position as will be on site at UFA facilities and will be using UFA material handling equipment. The successful applicant will be required to pass (negative result) a drug and alcohol screening test as a condition of employment.

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At UFA we care about the lives of our employees, members, customers, elected officials, and partners. This includes their whole selves and what makes them unique. We strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes employees from diverse populations and backgrounds, where everyone can do their best work. In our world of agriculture, it takes time for growth, this is our seed to grow inclusion and belonging at UFA.

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We thank all candidates for their interest, however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.