Electrician

The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as an Electrician, where you'll play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing electrical systems. This position involves performing skilled tasks in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and installation of various electrical systems. You will work under general supervision, ensuring compliance with safety standards while responding to emergencies and maintaining records. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a vibrant community dedicated to excellence in research and education. If you're ready to embrace challenges and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must have trade certification as a Red Seal Electrician or Industrial Electrician.
• Five years of experience in electrical maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and breakdown maintenance on electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and control systems across campus.

Skills

Electrical systems troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Safety compliance

Client relationship management

Emergency response

Education

Journeyperson level trade certification as a Red Seal Electrician

Five years of related experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Test instruments

Computer software

Job description

This position is in-person at a UBC location.

Location: UBC Vancouver Campus

Time Type: Full time

Posted: 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR20254

Staff - Union

Job Category

CUPE 116

Job Profile

CUPE 116 Salaried - Trades 3 - Electrician

Job Title

Electrician

Department

Trades | Facilities and Building Services | Student Housing and Community Services

Compensation Range

$7,057.00 - $7,567.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

March 16, 2025

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

There are two (2) vacancies.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, performs skilled work at the journey person level in preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, diagnostic repair, alterations and installations of electrical, electro-mechanical, control and communications systems and equipment.

Candidates must be familiar with BMS and Controls Systems.

Organizational Status

Reports to the Head and/or Sub-Head Electrician, Facilities.

Work Performed

Performs duties in the electrical trade, such as preventive and breakdown maintenance, trouble-shooting, repair, calibration and installation as an Industrial Controls Electrician across the university campus. Works from oral and written instructions from immediate supervisors. Performs all duties as instructed in compliance with applicable regulatory codes and regulations and in accordance with work orders, drawings, documents and time schedules.

Responds to Trouble Calls and emergencies, both during and outside normal work hours. Provides accurate and complete information on the status of equipment and systems when completing time cards, work orders, preventative maintenance reports and test-inspection reports. Maintains concise record management for the department as approved by supervisors. Creates and submits as-built documentation once each work task is complete. Ensures that the workplace is clean and safe while following safe work practices.

Communicates with customers, tenants, managers and coworkers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service. Continually monitors the operation of new and existing equipment. Responsible for work being completed in accordance with requirements and specifications. Responsible for the correct use and safe keeping of assigned vehicle, materials, tools and equipment used in the execution of the work performed. Carries out any other related duties as required. Ensures personal protective equipment is used at all times where required. Ensures compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety legislation, guidelines, standards, policies, procedures and practices.

Detailed Duties

Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, distribution equipment, appliances, apparatus, fixtures or other components, using hand tools, power tools and various test instruments, to ensure compatibility and safety of the electrical system. Diagnose causes of Electrical Distribution and Electrical problems or failures in assigned systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems to be repaired. Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. Install, maintain, repair and test hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical control systems. Troubleshoot, maintain and repair industrial electrical drive systems, automation systems and equipment, robotic systems and electronic control systems and devices as well as microprocessor-based (PLC) systems. Install, maintain and troubleshoot communication LAN and serial data systems. Install, maintain and troubleshoot emergency stand-by systems, heating, ventilation and climate control systems. Calibrate instrumentation devices using specialized test equipment and software. Install and maintain, repair automated equipment and robotic systems.

Performs fire life safety testing and maintenance as needed.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Work is performed within prescribed and accepted technical standards, in accordance with job requirements and specifications and external regulatory requirements; inappropriate repair/maintenance decisions could delay resolution of problems and adversely affect user access to equipment/system.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision of the Head Electrician; receives specific instructions on unusual problems and is required to develop appropriate work procedures.

Supervision Given

Positions in this classification may be assigned responsibility for providing training, mentoring and/or checking the work of one or more apprentices or labourers assigned to assist with the work.

Minimum Qualifications

A trade certification to a journeyperson level as a Red Seal Electrician or Industrial Electrician, a valid BC driver’s license, perfect eyesight with respect to colour blindness and a minimum five years of related experience. Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own. Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

A working knowledge of relevant industrial safety regulations and building codes, and current knowledge of trade maintenance concepts, technology, theory and manufacturer’s and regulatory maintenance requirements. Ability to interpret drawings and specifications, sketches of work required and maintenance manuals. Strong computer software skills required. Ability to work independently, and learn new equipment and software technologies. Must have demonstrated experience in good client relationship skills, as well as be able to respond to trouble calls outside of normal working hours. Must be willing and able to respond at short notice to Emergency Calls outside working hours. You may be required to work various shifts including days, evenings and weekends. Registered Fire Protection Technician (RFPT) certification with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC) or as a Canadian Fire Alarm Association technician are an asset.

About Us

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.

Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [e-mail].