Electrician

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

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Vancouver is seeking an experienced Electrician to perform skilled electrical work, including maintenance and troubleshooting of systems across campus. The ideal candidate will hold a Red Seal certification, have at least five years of relevant experience, and demonstrate strong client relationship skills. Responsibilities include responding to service requests, conducting preventative maintenance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This position offers a competitive salary and a vibrant working environment.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Electrician certification is mandatory.
• Must have a valid BC driver's license and pass colour blindness tests.
• Minimum five years of experience in related electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting for electrical systems.
• Respond to emergencies and repair electrical deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and codes.

Skills

Journeyperson level certification

Five years of related experience

Strong client relationship skills

Ability to respond to emergency calls

Understanding of industrial safety regulations

Education

Trade certification as a Red Seal Electrician

Tools

Specialized test equipment

Job description

Staff - Union Job Category CUPE 116 Job ProfileCUPE 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 December 15, 2025

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

Job End Date: January 6, 2026

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 normally required in the electrical trade (for which training and expertise has previously been acquired) 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 supervisor(s). 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, along with correcting electrical deficiencies brought forward by tenants through the service request program.

Provides accurate and complete information (on the status of equipment and systems) when completing time cards, work orders, preventive maintenance reports and test‑inspection reports. Maintains concise record management for the department as approved by supervisor(s). Creates and submits as‑build 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 in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.

Ensures personal protective equipment is used at all times where required.

Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety legislation, guidelines, standards, policies, procedures and practices. Responsible for performing the work in the safest manner possible.

Performs fire life safety testing and maintenance as needed.

Performs related duties as required.

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 laborers assigned to assist with the work.

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.
• Diagnoses 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.

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

• Working knowledge of relevant industrial safety regulations and building codes 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.
• Demonstrated experience in good client relationship skills, as well as ability to respond to trouble calls outside of normal working hours.
• Willingness and ability to respond at short notice to Emergency Calls outside working hours. May be required to work various shifts including days, evenings and weekends.
• Registered Fire Protection Technician (RFPT) certification with ASTTBC or as a Canadian Fire Alarm Association technician is an asset.