Electrician

Nova Scotia Community College; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Community College seeks an Electrician to ensure safe and efficient operation of electrical systems. The role involves inspections, repairs, and compliance with safety standards, requiring an Inter-Provincial Journeyperson Certification and relevant experience. Join a team committed to excellence and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of recent, relevant trade experience in electrical installation and construction.
• Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Valid NS Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Ensure electrical systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Perform inspections, repairs, and upgrades to electrical systems.
• Supervise individuals to work safely and competently.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Physical Dexterity

Education

Inter-Provincial Journeyperson Electrical Construction Certification

Training in WHMIS

Standard First Aid and CPR

Telecommunications Structured Cabling Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Megamation

Job description

Facilities and Engineering Management is responsible for providing effective and timely maintenance and custodial services that promote the care and preservation of Campus Facilities. This includes ensuring a safe work environment, effective risk management, and maintaining a welcoming environment that reflects standards of excellence in support of NSCC programs.

NSCC is committed to environmental sustainability. The incumbent must demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining an environmentally sustainable workplace through initiatives such as waste management, energy efficiency, and conservation programs.

With an emphasis on energy and sustainability, the Electrician will:

1. Ensure the building electrical and cabling systems operate safely and efficiently, in accordance with legislated standards.
2. Perform inspections, repairs, and upgrades to electrical systems, ensuring operational proficiency and compliance with safety standards and the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
3. Supervise individuals to work safely and competently.
4. Coordinate with contractors to oversee work on campus.

What you'll need

Qualifications and Occupational Experience:

• Inter-Provincial Journeyperson Electrical Construction Certification is required.
• Training in WHMIS and Occupational Health and Safety regulations is an asset; Standard First Aid and CPR are also assets. Telecommunications Structured Cabling Certification is an asset.
• Minimum of two years of recent, relevant trade experience in electrical installation and construction projects in a facility, commercial, or industrial setting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Email, and Megamation (inventory and work order software).
• Experience in electrical maintenance duties, including preventative, scheduled, and restorative maintenance.

Relevant Skills and Knowledge

• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with diverse groups.
• Strong commitment to excellence, teamwork, and liaising with contractors and inspectors.
• Superior customer service skills to build trust beyond immediate interactions.
• Ability to read project specifications and architectural drawings.
• Familiarity with Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions and coordinate work orders and projects.
• Dedication to continuous learning, including updating knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Ability to perform physical duties required for operation and maintenance, including handling small tools and equipment.
• Valid NS Driver's License.