Facilities Electrical Technician – Fire Safety & Automation

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive base salaries +invy

Flexible remote work program

Earned time off

Onsite gym at Vancouver waterfront

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is seeking a Facilities Electrical Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair electrical and building automation systems across our facility. The role supports preventative maintenance, emergencies, and upgrades, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards.

You will collaborate with contractors and tradespeople, interpret technical docs, and maintain records for asset reliability, energy efficiency, and continuity of operations.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma and a valid electrical trade certification with a minimum of 5 years of post-certification experience.
• A valid Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR) Class A license is required.
• Completion of fire alarm system testing and inspection course or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Proficiency in MS Office, building automation systems, and maintenance management systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical, fire life safety, and building automation systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance following schedules and manufacturer specs.
• Respond to alarms, service calls, and emergencies to ensure continuous operations.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and maintenance of electrical vaults and distribution systems.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records for compliance and asset management.

Skills

Electrical trade certification

FSR Class A license

Fire alarm testing course

MS Office Suite

Building automation systems

Maintenance management systems

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Electrical trade certification

Fire alarm testing course

Tools

MS Office Suite

Maintenance management systems

Building automation systems

Job description

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is seeking a Facilities Electrical Technician to inspect, maintain, and repair electrical and building automation systems across our facility. The role supports preventative maintenance, emergencies, and upgrades, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards.

You will collaborate with contractors and tradespeople, interpret technical docs, and maintain records for asset reliability, energy efficiency, and continuity of operations.