Electrician, BlackGold Operations

Harvest Operations Corp.; Conklin; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Safety culture

Job summary

Harvest Operations Corp. is seeking an Electrical Journeyman to perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of electrical equipment at the BlackGold facility in Conklin, Alberta.

This permanent 7/7 shift role requires strong leadership, safety focus, and expertise in CMMS and maintenance planning. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in electrical maintenance, knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, and ability to operate in a remote camp environment.

Qualifications

• Electrical Journeyman certification or equivalent technical qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical equipment maintenance.
• Familiarity with Canadian Electrical Code and related regulations.
• Budgeting, work planning, scheduling, and CMMS proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, calibration, and repairs on equipment.
• Lead improvements to equipment performance and ensure reliability and documentation.
• Lead predictive maintenance, procedure development, and spare parts planning.
• Use CMMS to track maintenance activities and manage work packages.
• Maintain electrical datasheets and ensure safety equipment is in good condition.
• Contribute to maintenance strategy development and long-term capacity planning.
• Support MOC process and input into annual maintenance budget.

Skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Electrical Journeyman certification

Tools

CMMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Worker Type: Permanent, Full-time

About this Opportunity

Harvest Operations Corp. is a diverse energy company, based out of Calgary, offering exposure to conventional upstream oil and natural gas production and SAGD operations. We are focused on identifying opportunities to create and deliver value with an active development program and a technical approach taken to maximize our assets. Harvest is committed to protecting the health and well-being of our people, the public and the environment through every decision and action taken each day.
This role involves supporting operations by performing electrical maintenance, managing planning and scheduling, overseeing materials, and providing supervisor coverage. This is a permanent full-time position with a 7/7 shift schedule based out of our BlackGold facility located in Conklin Alberta.

What we can offer

At Harvest, we recognize the value of strong leadership and technical expertise. We are committed to supporting our employees with competitive compensation, meaningful work, and opportunities for growth.

• Strong compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Career advancement opportunities
• Strong safety culture and team-oriented environment

What we are looking for

Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum qualifications:

• Electrical Journeyman certification or equivalent technical qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical equipment maintenance, with a strong knowledge of core craft equipment.
• In-depth knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Electrician Trade Regulations, Electrical Installations Code for Oil and Gas Facilities, and the Alberta Electrical Utility Code.
• Familiarity with budgeting, work planning, and scheduling processes, and proficiency in CMMS.
• CEMS and MARP experience considered an asset.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with operators, vendors, contractors, peers, and supervisors.
• Experience in Thermal Heavy Oil or SAGD operations and safety is an asset.
• Familiarity with facility drawings, equipment specifications, and construction, RFO, or CSU experience is a plus.

Our ideal candidate will also have:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to work independently.
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and communication skills.
• Committed to best practices in health, safety, and environmental management.
• Strong ethical conduct and community responsibility.
• Self-motivated, open-minded, and results oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• Ability to work in a remote camp on a 7/7, 12-hour shift schedule.

What you will do

• Perform electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, calibration, and repairs on equipment to ensure work is completed safely, on time, and within budget, following technical standards.
• Optimize electrical equipment performance, lead "Bad Actors" reviews, and ensure equipment reliability and documentation are maintained.
• Lead and participate in predictive maintenance (PDM/PM), procedure development, and spare parts planning.
• Use the Hexagon CMMS program for tracking maintenance activities and managing work packages.
• Update and maintain electrical datasheet files and ensure tools, test equipment, vehicles, and safety equipment are secure and in good condition.
• Contribute to the development of maintenance strategies, work allocation, and long-term capacity planning to maximize equipment availability and contractor efficiency.
• Foster a culture of reliability and integrity within Operations and Maintenance and support the Management of Change (MOC) process.
• Provide input into the annual Maintenance Budget process and maintain required journeyman, safety, and regulatory certifications.
• Support the Asset Integrity team to ensure the site operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable legislation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information

This position is a “fly-in, fly-out” position. BlackGold is serviced by flight hubs in Calgary and Edmonton, as well as bus transportation to site.

This position is classified as safety sensitive. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon successful completion of pre-employment drug & alcohol testing and a physical demands assessment.

We recognize the value of transferable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of education and experience, even if you do not meet every listed requirement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Harvest is committed to providing a respectful, inclusive workplace where all individuals have merit-based opportunities to grow and succeed. We value diverse perspectives and believe they strengthen our teams, enhance decision-making, and drive innovation.

All qualified applicants will be considered based on skills, experience, and abilities. Position requirements may be adjusted to meet business needs. Title and compensation will be determined based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

For more information about careers at Harvest, please visit harvestoperations.com/careers.