Electrician [Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE)]

CareerBeacon; Halifax; On-site; CAD 33,731 - 48,042; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and vacation

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Excellent career opportunities

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrician to ensure the effective operation of physical plants. This role involves a variety of tasks including installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical systems across multiple facilities. With a focus on energy management and safety, the position offers a great opportunity for professional growth within a supportive environment. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to creating inclusive learning spaces for all students. If you have a passion for electrical work and want to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in the electrical trade with minimum 2 years in building maintenance.
• Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and satisfactory driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems and devices in various buildings.
• Implement good energy management practices and perform troubleshooting tasks.

Skills

Electrical Technical Competence

Troubleshooting

Mechanical Aptitude

Physical Capability

Education

Grade 12 High School Diploma

Certification of Qualification as a Construction Electrician

Job description

Competition #: 000C1-Mar1225C
Position: Electrician
Location: Dartmouth Teacher's Centre
Department: Operations Maintenance
Assignment: Electrician
Status: Permanent

Percentage: 100%
Start Date: Monday, April 21 2025
Posted: Wednesday, March 12 2025 12:00 PM
Deadline: Wednesday, March 26 2025 12:00 PM

Details:

The Electrician contributes to the effective operation of the Physical Plants within the Halifax Regional Centre for Education and implements the principles of good energy management stewardship. Responsible for the installation, repair, preventive maintenance, upgrading and renovations of electrical systems, devices, fixtures and other equipment at all buildings owned and operated by the Centre. These duties include work requiring electrical tradesperson's technical competence, physical capability, troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude. The position is responsible to the Maintenance Supervisor and takes direction during shifts from on duty supervisors.

Qualifications:

1. Grade 12 High School Diploma or academic equivalent through educational programs such as a Graduated Equivalent Diploma;
2. Certification of Qualification as a Construction Electrician with inter-provincial standing;
3. Five (5) years experience in the electrical trade with a minimum 2 years in a building maintenance environment;
4. Additional technical experience or qualified certification in areas such as electronics, industrial electrician, welding, plumbing or other certified trade an asset;
5. Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and satisfactory driving record;
6. Physical and mechanical aptitude to perform a full range of maintenance and manual tasks.

Compensation:

Classification: Trades 2 - NSUPE $29.68 per hour.

Electricians are members of the Nova Scotia Union of Public & Private Employees, Local 2. The NSUPE Collective Agreement can be accessed HERE.

HRCE offers:

• Competitive salary and vacation
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits including a health spending account
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Excellent career opportunities and potential for professional growth and development

Please refer to job description for further details.

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Nova Scotia's Regional Centres for Education and the Conseil scolaire acadien provincial (CSAP) are committed to an inclusive education system that supports the well-being and achievement of every student and is high-quality, culturally and linguistically responsive.

The Halifax Regional Centre for Education (HRCE) is actively working to hire individuals from under-represented groups, particularly people of African Nova Scotian, African Canadian and African ancestry and Mi'kmaw/Indigenous ancestry, to work toward equitable representation within all employee groups. Equitable hiring strengthens the knowledge and expertise in our schools, and supports our public education system in establishing schools as safe, caring, and accessible learning spaces that support all students. This will provide opportunities for students to see themselves reflected throughout their schools, learning resources, and within their learning experiences.

HRCE has a Recruitment, Selection and Hiring of Staff Policy and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African Nova Scotian, African Canadian and African ancestry and Mi'kmaw/Indigenous ancestry, in compliance with the applicable collective agreements or terms and conditions of employment. Applicants are encouraged to complete the Diversity Management section under the Questionnaire heading in the online resume.

Thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment with the Halifax Regional Centre for Education is contingent upon providing a satisfactory Criminal Records Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Search.