Electrician - 40 hours

School District 57; Prince George; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

School District 57 in Prince George, Canada, is seeking an Electrician - 40 hours to install and maintain electrical systems across facilities. The role operates with minimal direction and collaborates with staff, students and the public to ensure safe, reliable power and lighting.

The successful candidate will have BC Apprenticeship and a valid provincial interprovincial trade ticket, a BC Class 5 license, and the ability to plan, schedule, and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• BC Apprenticeship Program completed with valid trade ticket.
• Minimum one year journeyman level experience.
• Valid BC Class 5 driver’s license.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to plan, schedule, and work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair electrical systems in line with provincial standards.
• Ensure compliance with the BC Electrical Code.
• Plan basic renovations, including design and material estimation.
• Direct or assist other staff; report inventory and time/material usage.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Perform other maintenance duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Planning & Scheduling

Safety Procedures

Written Communication

Education

B.C. Apprenticeship Program

Electrical Trade Certification

Tools

Testing equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Aerial bucket

Hydraulic conduit bender

Ladders

Scaffolding

Job description

TITLE: Electrician - 40 hours

DEPARTMENT: Property Maintenance

REPORTS TO: General Manager, Property Maintenance

SUMMARY:

With minimal direction the electrician performs installation and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment. The electrician works cooperatively with other employees, students and the public.

DUTIES:

• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems and equipment in accordance with Provincial standards and prepares and files reports with the appropriate government agency.
• Ensure that electrical equipment complies with the B.C. Electrical Code.
• Plans basic renovations, including design work and estimating materials required.
• Directs, advises or assists other employees as appropriate.
• Reports parts and supplies inventory levels.
• Reports work completed including time and materials used.
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment.
• Performs other maintenance related or emergent duties.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITY, SKILLS:

• Successful completion of the B.C. Apprenticeship Program and a valid Provincial/Interprovincial Trade Certification as an electrician.
• Minimum of one-year related experience at the journeyman level.
• A valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures, including Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System and Workers' Compensation regulations.
• Ability to plan and schedule work and organize the workload effectively.
• Ability to work in confined areas and at heights.
• Ability to maintain close attention to detail.
• Ability to use courtesy and tact in the explanation of and discussion of information in contact with students, suppliers and other staff.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform individually and as part of a team.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED (Electrician)

Specialized testing equipment, hand tools, power tools, aerial bucket, truck, ladder, scaffolding, hydraulic conduit bender and other electrician's equipment.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Sufficient vision to perform duties of an electrician.
• Fundamental ability to use the tools and equipment of the trade.
• Manual dexterity.
• Ability to work in confined areas and at heights.