Electrician

National Research Council of Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health and dental coverage

Relocation assistance

Office closure during holidays

Job summary

National Research Council of Canada seeks an Electrician to maintain, install, inspect, troubleshoot, calibrate and repair electrical systems across a multi-site lab environment. You will support laboratory equipment and building automation with a strong emphasis on safety and Code compliance.

Under supervision, you will work with a team and occasionally operate shop tools and perform tasks independently. The role includes potential overtime, and relocation considerations may apply.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Diploma required.
• Ontario certificate of qualifications as Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A) or inter-provincial equivalent.
• Two to six years of significant experience servicing and maintaining electrical/building systems in industrial facilities.
• Recent experience (last 2 years) with BAS, Fire Alarm, and DDC/card access.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, install, inspect, troubleshoot, calibrate and repair electrical systems and equipment.
• Operate shop tools and equipment for installation and repair work.
• Collaborate with research groups and other trades to support maintenance and set-up.
• Adhere to Canadian Electrical Code and safety regulations.
• Provide input for continuous improvements and safety.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Building systems

Card access/DDC

Electrical safety

Reading blueprints

Education

Secondary School Diploma

Ontario 309A Electrician

Job description

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Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

OrganizationalUnit:Real Property Planning and Management

Classification:ELEC

Tenure:Continuing

Language Requirements:English or French

Work arrangements: Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position will require full-time physical presence at the at the NRC work location identified.
Note: The intent of this hiring process is to staff two (2) positions.

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The role

We are looking for an Electrician to support our Real Property Planning and Management Branch. The incumbent would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.
Under the general supervision of the Site Operations Supervisor, the Electrician is responsible for maintaining, installing, inspecting, troubleshooting, calibrating and repairing a wide range of Electrical systems and equipment, including specialized laboratory equipment and hydraulic/pneumatic systems. You will be required to install and maintain all equipment to the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) standards and be responsive to research needs and equipment failures. You will work as part of a team to support other trades on site but would routinely perform work independently and maintain a high level of accuracy and safety, while performing your duties.
The Electrician will also be required to operate all shop equipment and tools necessary for the repair and installation of all Electrical systems and their components, as well as facility projects. He or she will work closely with each Research group to support maintenance/repairs and set-up of equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
This position will appeal to someone who enjoys working in a multi-site team environment with constantly changing priorities and new challenges daily. The successful incumbent should be someone who is open to learning and can provide their own input and ideas to benefit the workplace.
NRC employees enjoy a wide range of benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, pension and insurance plans. Vacation starts at 3 weeks, 3 weeks of sick leave, our offices are closed between December 25th and January 1st, we have 5 days of family related leave and employees are entitled to 2 days of personal leave.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates:

Education

Secondary School Diploma according to provincial standards.
A valid Ontario certificate of qualifications as a Construction and Maintenance Electrician (309A) or an equivalent inter-provincial Journeymen’s Certificate of Qualification.

• Significant* and recent** experience servicing, repairing and maintaining a variety of electrical and building equipment as well as building systems and controls in industrial facilities.
• Significant* and recent** experience in preventive/corrective maintenance, dismantling equipment, and troubleshooting HVAC equipment, generators and pumps.
• Recent** experience monitoring and maintaining a building automation system (BAS) and Fire Alarm system.
• Recent** experience with card access and Direct Digital Control (DDC) control components.

* Significant experience is defined as two (2) to six (6) years of experience.
** Recent experience is defined as experience acquired within the last two (2) years.

Condition of employment

• Must be able to possess and retain the physical capabilities to perform the position which include but may not be limited to: crouching, bending, twisting, walking, climbing stairs & ladders, ability to hear to diagnose mechanical troubles, and the ability to handle heavy and bulky objects.
• Must be able to obtain and retain a valid Ontario Class G Driver’s Licence or a valid Quebec Class 5 Driver’s Licence.
• Reliability Status.
  

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Solid knowledge of building management DDC systems and preventative maintenance systems.
• Solid ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, manuals and manufacturers specifications.
• Solid ability to install, maintain and trouble-shoot electrical and electronic equipment in industrial buildings.
• Solid knowledge of the National Building Code, the Canada Labor Code Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, Safe Work Practices, WHMIS and regulations governing the handling of hazardous materials.
• Technology support - Results orientation (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile: Technology Support .

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond.

Notes

• In 2026, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• Willing and able to work occasional overtime, including nights, weekends and statutory holidays.
• Willingness to work at heights.
• Willingness to work in an environment that may include exposure to chemicals, dirt, noise, noxious odors, hazardous equipment, extreme temperatures and/or working in awkward conditions.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one-year period.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.

Closing Date: 12 October 2026 - 23:59 Eastern Time