Electrician - Journeyman

Kibbi; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching 5%

Extended health & dental benefits

14 days on/14 days off rotation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Dexterra Group is seeking an Electrician (Journeyperson) to participate in installing electrical components for temporary and permanent buildings, additions, partitions and wood structured fixtures according to scopes and prints. This safety-sensitive role requires drug, alcohol, and fit-to-work testing as a condition of employment.

You will read blueprints, install fire alarm systems, troubleshoot faults, and conduct preventive maintenance while working with lumex wire, BX, Tech Cable, and Cab

Qualifications

• Completion of journeyperson electrical training.
• 5 years of experience as an electrician in both residential and commercial.
• Practical knowledge of the applications of electrical techniques and methods normally acquired through trade certification.
• Perform heavy Manual labor, up to 45 lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity and ability to work in confined spaces.
• Walks approximately 2-4 kilometers per day on various surfaces.

Responsibilities

• Majority of work done with lumex wire, with some work including BX, Tech Cable, and Cab tire.
• Install fire alarm systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults.
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs.
• Install, replace and repair electrical controls, panel boxes, HVAC units, and furnaces.
• Test and measure voltage, loads, ground faults integrity of circuits.
• Renovate electrical systems in residential and commercial structures.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Read blueprints

Troubleshooting

Electrical installation

Safety conscious

Manual dexterity

Education

Journeyperson electrical training

Job description

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job - we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. And, that's something we're truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

WHAT’S THE JOB?

As an Electrician (Journeyperson), reporting to the Maintenance Super Intendant, you will participate in the installation of the electrical components in assembly of temporary and permanent buildings, additions, partitions and wood structured fixtures according to electrical scopes and prints.

This position is safety sensitive and requires drug, alcohol, and fit to work testing as a condition of employment.

Your Work Will Include

• Majority of work done with lumex wire, with some work including BX, Tech Cable, and Cab tire.
• Install fire alarm systems.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults.
• Conduct preventive maintenance programs.
• Install, replace and repair electrical controls, panel boxes, HVAC units, and furnaces.
• Test and measure voltage, loads, ground faults integrity of circuits.
• Renovate electrical systems in residential and commercial structures.
• Other duties as assigned

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• RRSP Matching of 5% and extended health & dental benefits that start after 600 hours worked.
• Award winning safety culture.
• Enjoy excellent work-life balance with a 14 days on/14 days off rotation.
• Extended health and dental benefits.
• Whereas other companies are downsizing, we are growing!
• Be #1 on day 1 by joining an industry leader.

Qualifications

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Completion of journeyperson electrical training
• 5 years of experience as a electrician in both residential and commercial
• Practical knowledge of the applications of electrical techniques and methods normally acquired through trade certification.
• Perform heavy manual labor, including bending, stooping, reaching, carrying and lifting heavy objects weighing up to 45 lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity of both hands and feet to perform activities such as lifting overhead, twisting and bending while lifting, climbing ladders and stairs while wearing protective equipment, and working in confined spaces, including repetitive arm motion below, at, and above shoulder level.
• Walks approximately 2-4 kilometers per day on a variety of surfaces including, concrete and gravel.

Additional Information

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.