Electrician

British Columbia Institute of Technology; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in British Columbia seeks a full-time Electrician to perform maintenance, repair, and installation of various electrical systems. The ideal candidate will have a Trades Qualification or Interprovincial Trades Ticket and significant experience in the building trades. Responsibilities include responding to maintenance calls and conducting preventative maintenance. The position offers competitive pay, a robust benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Minimum of fifteen days vacation

Employer-paid health and dental plan

Defined benefit pension plan

Access to free flexible learning courses

Complimentary fitness membership

Qualifications

• A valid Trades Qualification or an Interprovincial Trades Ticket.
• Two years general trades experience plus up to four years current relevant experience.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve related issues.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, repair, and installation of electrical systems.
• Respond to trouble calls and troubleshoot various systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance as per the PM Plan.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Assessing blueprints

Customer service

Education

Trades Qualification or Interprovincial Trades Ticket

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Position Summary

BCIT’s Campus Planning and Facilities department is seeking one (1) regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Electrician. This position carries out planned and emergency maintenance, repair and installation of institute electrical systems which include fire alarms, communications, signaling and time keeping systems, emergency lighting, standby power systems, and instructional equipment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responding to trouble calls, and taking corrective action; this includes troubleshooting problems on a wide variety of systems. The problems are sometimes difficult to identify, solutions are not standard, and many are emergency calls. Priorities are established by assessing the impact on property and public safety.
• Establishing priorities and requirements for the Preventative Maintenance (PM) Plan, including items that need to be inspected and maintained for regulatory reasons.
• Conducting preventative maintenance on multiple systems which are interconnected, as per the PM Plan; duties include printing off daily schedule, inspecting, identifying deficiencies and taking corrective action.
• Estimating labour and materials for renovations, upgrades and projects, including reviewing project drawings, sketches, and specifications and making recommendations for improvements.
• Communicating with individuals from a variety of departments within BCIT, and external contractors brought in to work on systems, including working with difficult or upset clients, describing problems and explaining the interrelation of complex systems.
• Continually learning about advances in system and equipment design, advancing technology through communicating with local suppliers, on-the-job training, adapting older systems to work with new components and parts.
• Staying current on new technology and regulatory requirements including changes to standards and codes related to the profession.
• Upgrading existing systems to more modern and efficient options.
• Preparing drawing, sketches, layout diagrams, and estimates for internal projects and work required.
• Adhering to and promoting safety standards required by regulatory bodies consistent with the assigned work.
• Maintaining an inventory of electrical supplies.
• Preparing work orders and purchase requisitions; maintaining records of work performed and completing work control forms.
• Coordinating and monitoring the work of contractors to ensure adherence to established standards.
• Making recommendations and suggestions for improvement to Program Coordinators on various building projects on campus.
• Maintaining electrical systems such as electric circuits, wiring, conduits, switch gear, electrical motors and controls, electrical appliances, lighting equipment and fixtures, fuses, circuit breakers and panels.
• Performing minor cutting, drilling and patching of building fabric and structure.
• Maintaining fire alarm and communication systems by: performing routine inspections; installing new components; identifying, isolating and repairing faults; participating in monthly fire alarm tests; and preparing and updating procedures relating to alarm systems.
• Maintaining and repairing the electrical components of instructional equipment such as shears, welding machines, saws, power rollers, drill presses, overhead cranes, pipe bevellers, pipe cutting machines, thickness planers, joint… (continues).
• Operating and working on mobile man lift machinery.
• Recording meter reading of power distribution and emergency lighting systems.
• Holding electrical permit on behalf of Institute.
• Undertakes related duties, as assigned consistent with the job grade of this position.

Qualifications

Definition: The qualifications section for this position was developed using the job evaluation plan. The qualifications represent the minimum qualifications required in the future and do not reflect the incumbent’s existing qualifications.

• A valid Trades Qualification or an Interprovincial Trades Ticket (Journey person status) plus technical education and/or certifications in the relevant building trades industry; plus two (2) years general trades experience plus up to four (4) years current relevant experience in the building trades industry.
• Ability to assess blueprints and make recommendations for specific trade requirements is an asset.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Proven ability to trouble shoot and resolve related issues in conjunction with the assigned level of skill, ability and education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to maintain top quality customer service standards.
• Willingness to maintain currency in the field and learn on the job is essential.
• Basic computer training and experience is required.

Please note: These are the minimum qualifications with the following schedule: Sunday – Thursday from 07:00 – 14:30 (irregular work week).

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of fifteen days of vacation prorated per year
• Competitive employer‑paid extended health and dental plan including access to a Health Care Spending Account of up to $325 if eligible!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part‑time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

BCIT is committed to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring for systemically oppressed groups who have been excluded from full participation at BCIT and the larger community. This includes Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2S/LGBTQIA+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Persons with disabilities who require accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us using our contact form. Please note that all applications must be submitted via the careers page portal. Applications submitted through the contact form will not be accepted. For additional information, please visit our frequently asked questions (FAQs) page and see how we hire.

The British Columbia Institute of Technology acknowledges that our campuses are located on the unceded traditional territories of the Coast Salish Nations of xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̓ilwətaɁɬ (Tsleil‑Waututh).

Salary Range

Salary Grade 9, Step 4: $71,964 per annum.

Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment.