Electrician Journeyperson

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. / NAC Constructors Ltd.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefit plan

Pension plan

RRSP matching

Job summary

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. in Ottawa is seeking an experienced Electrician to read electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings, interpret codes, and install conduits, wiring and control equipment on heavy construction projects.

You will work under the Electrical Superintendent, ensure safety and quality, supervise workers, and maintain tools and equipment. Valid Electrician license and ability to read blueprints are required; experience with 600V and

Qualifications

• Must read blueprints and drawings and interpret electrical codes
• Experience in heavy construction environments
• Hazardous location installation experience
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools and safety procedures

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical wiring and fixtures using hand and power tools
• Connect wires to circuit breakers and transformers
• Inspect systems with test equipment to identify hazards and ensure code compliance
• Advise management on potential hazards and safety improvements
• Plan layout and installation based on job specs and local codes
• Direct and train workers for installation and repairs
• Maintain and safeguard tools and equipment
• Respect directions and perform other related duties

Skills

Blueprint reading

Reading electrical diagrams

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Education

Electrician license

Tools

Test equipment

Conduit installation tools

Job description

North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Electrical Superintendent, electricians read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layout. They cut, thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings. They 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 fibre optic and signalling systems. This position requires knowledge of the heavy construction industry.Specifically the practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control and safety associated with this industry.

Job Description

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures, using appropriate hand tools and power tools.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to identify hazards or locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem and ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
• Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Work with and maintain all tools in a safe manner.
• Respect and respond to direction given.
• Perform other related duties, including minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed own limitations.

Requirements

• Experience working in a heavy construction environment
• Must hold a valid Electricians license
• Ability to read blueprints and drawings
• Hazardous location installation experience
• Experience with installation and troubleshooting of instrumentation
• Experience with 600V and 120V distribution installation and troubleshooting
• Experience working with rigid steel conduit, cable tray, high voltage systems, EMT conduit, motor controls
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures
• Valid WHMIS, Elevated/Aerial Work Platform, Health and Safety Awareness Training for Workers and Working at Heights/Fall Arrest certificates are required

NAC Offers

• Competitive compensation
• Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
• Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Excellent company matched pension plan
• Registered Retirement Savings Plans
• Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Community involvement opportunities
• Friendly working environment
• Numerous team activities and various company events

NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information