Electrician Apprentice

Wesbell Communications; Calgary; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A communications company in Alberta, Calgary is seeking an Electrical Apprentice to assist licensed electricians with various tasks including interpreting blueprints, installing wiring, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should have a strong command of English and relevant experience, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and grow in the electrical field, while maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter able to work under minimal supervision.
• Must be a reliable worker with a good attendance record.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, and electrical code specifications.
• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring and components.
• Ensure compliance with Ontario Electrical Standards Act.

Skills

Ability to read and follow electrical schematics

Ability to measure using high-voltage testing equipment

Experience with Greenlee hydraulic benders

Fire Alarm experience

Strong command of the English language

Working knowledge of computers and Windows programs

Education

High School, GEGEP, vocational or technical training preferred

1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year Electrical Apprentice

Job description

Job Category: Electrical

Job Type: Full Time permanent

Job Location: Alberta Calgary

Specific Duties and Responsibilities Include

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for performing or assisting in performing, under the direct supervision of a 309A licensed Electrician, the following:

• Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine the layout of electrical equipment installations.


• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, distribution switches, breaker panels, conduits 1” – 2” EMT, install fire alarm components, teck cable and service cables, and ensure compliance with Ontario Electrical Standards Act.


• Any other assigned and related tasks as directed

Education (Theoretical Training)

• High School, GEGEP, vocational or technical training preferred


• 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year Electrical Apprentice.

Job Requirements & Experience

• Ability to read and follow electrical schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.


• Ability to take measurements using high-voltage testing equipment. Use formulas from the Electrical Code (ESA) to determine the sizes of cables needed when the sizes of services and the lengths of cable runs are known.


• Ability to use Greenlee hydraulic benders, work with Teck Cable, 1” – 2” EMT installs, and Fire Alarm experience is an asset.


• Understand and work within the ESA Electrical Codes.


• Take direction and implement tasks as distributed by the supervisor


• Must be a self-starter able to work under minimal supervision at times


• Maintain the highest degree of safety compliance above and beyond Wesbell’s health and safety policies


• Must be a reliable worker with ga ood attendance record


• Ability to work independently as well as work in a team setting.


• Must have a strong command of the English language, both verbal and written


• Must have a working knowledge of computers and Windows-based programs

Wesbell welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with Wesbell; however, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.