Facilities Lead Electrician - Maintenance

Canadian National Inc.; Halifax; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee share investment plan (ESIP)

Pension

Benefits

Railroad Retirement Benefits (RRB)

Job summary

Canadian National Railway in Halifax, NS is seeking an Electrician Lead Hand for Facility Maintenance to coordinate daily electrical work, provide technical guidance, and support safe work execution across multiple locations. The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, high voltage awareness, and collaboration with CN teams.

A successful candidate will lead a crew, read electrical drawings, and ensure compliance with safety standards while supporting ongoing facility operations.

Qualifications

• Must hold recognized electrician trade certification or license.
• Must hold, or be willing and able to obtain, a valid driver's license appropriate to the work location and equipment operated.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily work and provide guidance to crew members.
• Perform corrective, reactive and preventative electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Read electrical drawings for repair and troubleshooting.
• Coordinate with supervisors, contractors and vendors for projects.
• Monitor progress and enforce safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Power distribution

High voltage

Team coordination

Leadership

Education

Electrician trade certification

Driver's license

Job description

Canadian National Railway in Halifax, NS is seeking an Electrician Lead Hand for Facility Maintenance to coordinate daily electrical work, provide technical guidance, and support safe work execution across multiple locations. The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, high voltage awareness, and collaboration with CN teams.

A successful candidate will lead a crew, read electrical drawings, and ensure compliance with safety standards while supporting ongoing facility operations.