Electrician - Master / Journeyman

Real-; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Tools and PPE provided

Long-term, stable employment

Leadership role with real责任

Job summary

REAL-R is seeking an experienced Electrician to lead fire alarm and life safety projects in Alberta. You’ll guide skilled electricians and apprentices, ensure safety, code compliance, and high-quality workmanship on each site.

As Master Electrician, you’ll coordinate permits, review drawings, mentor crews, and coordinate with customers, engineers, inspectors, and project managers to keep projects on track. This field-based role offers long-term stability, competitive compensation, and real

Qualifications

• 10+ years of electrical experience after certification.
• Experience with fire alarm or life safety systems.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the designated Master Electrician for permits and code compliance
• Leading the installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of fire alarm and life safety systems
• Supervising and mentoring electricians and apprentices
• Performing inspections, testing, verification, and commissioning
• Reviewing drawings and specifications for code compliance
• Working closely with customers, engineers, inspectors, and project managers
• Completing permits, service reports, inspection documentation, and project records
• Supporting programming, commissioning, and ongoing system maintenance
• Promoting a strong safety culture on every project

Skills

Master Electrician leadership

Journeyperson Electrician

Team leadership

Reading drawings

Code compliance

Education

Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)

Alberta Master Electrician certification

Job description

Electrician – Fire & Life Safety Systems

Calgary, AB

Lead. Mentor. Protect Lives.

Are you an experienced Electrician looking for more than just another electrical job?

REAL-R is searching for an Electrician for a respected leader in fire alarm and life safety systems. This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects that protect people and property while leading skilled electricians and apprentices in a specialized, high-demand industry.

If you're passionate about quality workmanship, electrical code compliance, and developing others, we'd like to hear from you.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Tools and PPE provided
• Long-term, stable employment
• Leadership role with real responsibility
• Work with an experienced, supportive team
• Opportunity to mentor the next generation of electricians
• Specialized work in one of the industry's fastest-growing sectors

What You’ll Be Doing

As the designated Electrician, you'll provide technical leadership while ensuring every project meets the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the designated Master Electrician for permits and code compliance
• Leading the installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of fire alarm and life safety systems
• Supervising and mentoring electricians and apprentices
• Performing inspections, testing, verification, and commissioning
• Reviewing drawings and specifications for code compliance
• Working closely with customers, engineers, inspectors, and project managers
• Completing permits, service reports, inspection documentation, and project records
• Supporting programming, commissioning, and ongoing system maintenance
• Promoting a strong safety culture on every project

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Prefer Alberta Master Electrician certification
• Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)
• 10+ years of electrical experience after obtaining your Journeyperson certification
• Experience with fire alarm or life safety systems
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driving record
• Experience leading crews, coordinating projects, or mentoring apprentices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications

Bonus Qualifications

We’ll be especially interested if you also have:

• CFAA certification
• Fire alarm manufacturer certifications
• Experience with emergency lighting, exit systems, or fire suppression systems
• Healthcare, industrial, institutional, or high-rise project experience
• Experience using digital reporting and service management software

Work Environment

This is a field-based position supporting projects throughout Alberta.

You’ll work on a variety of commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-residential facilities, giving you diverse and rewarding project experience.

Why This Role Matters

Every system you install, inspect, or verify helps protect lives.

This is an opportunity to build a long-term career where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes a difference, and your work has a direct impact on the safety of thousands of people.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career as a Master Electrician, we’d love to hear from you.