Electrician

Canucks-Sports-; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Canucks Sports & Entertainment in Vancouver, BC, is seeking an Electrician Technician I to build, install, and repair electrical systems for the Arena, following specifications and providing expert project advice.

The role requires 7–10 years in the electrical field, Journeyman Electrical TQ (BC & Inter-provincial), and the ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends. You will support with audio visual equipment and oversee in-house electrical systems and maintenance.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years’ experience in the electrical field.
• Journeyman Electrical TQ (B.C. & Inter-provincial).
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to understand computer application, software and control systems.
• Strong background in automated building controls or equivalent combination of skills and experience.
• Solid team player with a strong customer focus.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with all staff, guests, promoters, clients, corporate partners, and supplier contractors.
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program relating to electrical components, controls, wiring, circuitry, fire alarm systems, security, and lighting systems
• Responsible for overall building services, including electrical contract maintenance services
• Perform repairs to scoreboards, clocks and related control equipment as required
• Perform repairs and maintenance to facility electrical systems and components
• Maintain and repair light fixtures, ballasts, electrical outlets and connections, fuses, breakers and related equipment
• Coordinate electrical requirements with contracted production company
• Connect and disconnect power for all shows, special event requirements, and various day to day operations
• Supervise the performance of in-house electrical systems
• Provide support with Audio Visual Equipment

Skills

Electrical experience

Flexible hours

Team player

Communication skills

Computer & controls knowledge

Education

Journeyman Electrical TQ (BC & Inter-provincial)

Job description

Description

Classification: Technician I (Electrician)
Department: Arena Operations
Reports to: Manager, Engineering Services
Hourly Wage: $48.39

Position Summary:Following specifications, the electrician will build, assemble, install, and repair electrical within the Arena. The electrician will also be responsible for providing expert project advice.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
(Other duties may be assigned as required)

• Implement a comprehensive preventative maintenance program relating to electrical components, controls, wiring, circuitry, fire alarm systems, security, and lighting systems
• Responsible for overall building services, including electrical contract maintenance services
• Perform repairs to scoreboards, clocks and related control equipment as required
• Perform repairs and maintenance to facility electrical systems and components
• Maintain and repair light fixtures, ballasts, electrical outlets and connections, fuses, breakers and related equipment
• Coordinate electrical requirements with contracted production company
• Connect and disconnect power for all shows, special event requirements, and various day to day operations
• Supervise the performance of in-house electrical systems
• Provide support with Audio Visual Equipment

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• 7 to 10 years’ experience in the electrical field
• Journeyman Electrical TQ (B.C. & Inter-provincial)
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Ability to understand computer application, software and control systems
• Strong background in automated building controls or equivalent combination of skills and experience
• Solid team player with a strong customer focus
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with all staff, guests, promoters, clients, corporate partners, and supplier contractors
• Ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision

Vancouver is one of the most diverse cities in the world and Canucks Sports & Entertainment strives to create a workforce that is inclusive, equitable, and represents our beautiful, unique community. We value unique perspectives, ideas, and creativity that support a diverse, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and fun work environment. Canucks Sports & Entertainment is committed to building and supporting a diverse team.

This position will remain open until filled.

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