Electrician

StaffingSolutionsbySarah; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

StaffingSolutionsbySarah is seeking an experienced Electrician for construction and maintenance in a Canadian setting.

The role involves layout, installation, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems across multiple sites. Candidates must have a 309A certification, own tools, and be willing to travel, with night shift premiums for odd hours.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and codes.
• Experience with wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
• Proven attention to safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams, and electrical code specs for wiring layouts.
• Splice, connect, and install wiring; pull wires through conduits; install brackets and lighting fixtures.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain wiring and electrical equipment using hand/power tools.
• Inspect systems for hazards, defects, and compliance; identify repairs needed.
• Diagnose malfunctions with test equipment and locate causes of breakdowns.
• Connect power to equipment and control devices; wire circuit breakers and transformers.
• Work safely and maintain organized work areas; follow safety policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with team members to meet project/site objectives; wear night-shift premium if needed.

Skills

Read & interpret drawings

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

309A Certification

Job description

Electrician - Construction and Maintenance

Responsible for laying out, assembling, installing, testing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and control devices in a commercial setting.

Must be okay to Travel to different sites

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations


• Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits; pull wires through conduits and through holes in walls and floors; install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment; install, replace, repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels


• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools


• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with code


• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem


• Connect electrical power to audio and visual communication equipment, signalling devices and heating and cooling systems; connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components


• Work in a safe manner, maintaining a safe and organized work area by observing all safety policies and procedures, applying safety training


• Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve common project /site objectives. Always exhibit positive and professional attitude and behaviour.


• Emergency standby generator experience an asset.


• Responsible for materials, tools, and appropriate paperwork.


• Must be able and willing to work nights (will receive a night shift premium)

Qualifications

• Possess 309A Certification and own tools and personal safety equipment


• Have 5+ years experience working in a retail environment


• Possess and provide proof of a valid Class G driver's licence and produce a clean driver's abstract upon hire


• Must have access to a personal vehicle for independent travel to and from job sites


• Be willing and able to work at heights


• Have valid Health & Safety, Working at Heights, and Elevated Work Platform training.


• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and organize work


• Have excellent customer service and communication skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with clients and internal staff

Locations and Pay

• Pay based on Qualifications (Red Seal, Journeyperson, apprentice)


• Paid travel: Accomodation: Travel (km to site), paid for travel time, flights, etc.