Electrician - Journeyman or Apprentice

BGIS; Halifax; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health & Dental Plan

RRSP Plan

Paid Vacation Days

Career Growth and Development

Job summary

A leading HVAC and BAS service provider is seeking an Electrical Apprentice in Halifax. Responsibilities include installing conduits and electrical systems while maintaining compliance with safety codes. Candidates must possess a Certificate of Qualification and have experience in the trade. This role offers opportunities for career growth within a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of trade experience, including apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of Nova Scotia Electrical Safety Code and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Experience with Building Automation Controls and Fire Alarm systems.

Responsibilities

• Cut, thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits and fittings.
• Pull wire and maintain distribution and control equipment.
• Work in various environmental conditions including outdoors.

Skills

Mechanical ability

Troubleshooting

Knowledge of electrical principles

Verbal communication skills

Writing skills

Interpersonal relationship skills

Education

Certificate of Qualification as a registered Electrical Apprentice

Job description

Who are we?

BGIS-ITS is an advanced heating, ventilation & air conditioning (HVAC) and building automation systems (BAS) service and installation company for facilities large and small. Our unique portfolio of projects qualifies us to service a wide range of clients in various market sectors such as institutional, healthcare, commercial and industrial. We enable our clients to reduce energy and operating costs while improving occupant comfort.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Dental Plan
• RRSP Plan
• Paid Vacation Days
• Career Growth and Development

Role

• Cut, thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings
• Pull wire and cable through conduits, position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels, and fuse enclosures, install single and multi-wire cables above and underground, install data cabling, and install and maintain fiber optic and signaling systems
• Work in the full range of environmental conditions including outside in all weather
• Install fixtures and devices for industrial applications and systems
• Perform well with mechanical ability and a thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity, circuitry, and power distribution systems, and familiarity with the materials and techniques of construction
• Safely troubleshoot repairs logically and efficiently

Who are you?

• Certificate of Qualification as a registered Electrical Apprentice in the NSAA, is required
• Minimum of 2 years of trade experience (apprenticeship included)
• Knowledge of Nova Scotia Electrical Safety Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation required
• Building Automation Controls experience
• Fire Alarm experience
• Experience in Class 1 Division 1
• Self-motivated, and willing to learn
• Work well independently and be a team player
• Good writing and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Location

Halifax and greater Nova Scotia area

Equal Opportunity

BGIS-ITS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.