Electrician - Journeyperson

Calfrac Well Services Ltd.; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Electrician – Journeyperson to join their Maintenance Department in Grande Prairie. This role involves addressing electrical issues, performing preventative maintenance, and ensuring all equipment meets company standards. The ideal candidate will have a technical diploma in Electronics or Instrumentation, along with several years of relevant experience. This position offers a dynamic work environment where safety and teamwork are paramount, and you will have the opportunity to mentor apprentices while contributing to community-focused initiatives. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in electrical maintenance.
• Accredited technical diploma in Electronics or Instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain all electrical equipment and components.
• Perform regular preventative maintenance and assist in scheduling repairs.

Skills

Electrical Repair

Preventative Maintenance

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Inclination

Education

Technical Diploma in Electronics or Instrumentation

Journeyman Instrumentation Certification

Tools

Control Software

Electric Over Hydraulic Systems

PLC Systems

Job description

Electrician – Journeyperson**Position is located in Grande Prairie, AB**

ROLE STATEMENT:

The Electrician- Journeyperson will be a member of the Maintenance Department responsible for addressing electrical issues and performing preventative maintenance on all components of Calfrac equipment. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Electrician - Journeyperson will focus on the repair and maintenance of all Calfrac equipment to company standards.

OUR CULTURE:

Calfrac, we believe in being an integral part of the communities where we operate and we support a variety of giving activities throughout the year. Our support falls under two main areas: volunteering or donation. Whenever possible, the initiatives and organizations we undertake to promote and support fall into the following categories: Environment, Education, Indigenous, Social Services, Arts & Culture and Community Sport.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Work safely in accordance with all company safety policies, procedures, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
• Repair and maintain all Calfrac electrical equipment and components
• Maintain all recording and control software
• Updates and modification requests
• Perform preventive maintenance on a regular basis
• Assist in scheduling and costs for repairs
• Assist in mentoring apprentices and new employees
• Develop a base understanding of fracturing and coiled tubing operations
• Must attend all pre job meetings and attend safety meetings when required
• Remote field work will be required

KEY ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCIES:

• Flexible to work a variety of shifts (shift work, night shift, day shift)
• Follow and enforce safe work procedures, codes, and regulations
• Energetic self-starter, able to work in a dynamic environment
• Able to handle multiple tasks by prioritizing and maintain a high level of attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Work and inspire others to work at high performance levels
• Work under physically demanding circumstances
• Able to write reports and work closely with maintenance administration personnel
• Experience making immediate decisions, while maintaining composure, in high pressure situations with minimal supervision
• Able to operate process control equipment
• Must be mechanically inclined
• This position is considered to be a Safety Sensitive Position and may require additional screening
• This position has bona fide physical requirements and may require additional screening (please refer to the applicable Physical Demands Profile)

SCHEDULE:

• Local: Eight (8) days on, Six (6) days off

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Accredited technical diploma in the Electronics or Instrumentation field or completion of Journeyman Instrumentation Certification
• 4-6 years of relevant experience
• Advanced understanding of technical concepts is required.
• Good understanding and experience with basic hydraulic systems
• Experienced with electric over hydraulic / air and PLC is considered an asset
• Knowledge of electronic control systems, QA-QC, and troubleshooting