Fire Alarm Electrician

Nasittuq Corporation; Grise Fiord; On-site; CAD 84,391 - 88,841; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Isolation Allowance ($27 a day)

Private accommodations

Complimentary meals

Health, dental, disability, and life insurance

Pension plan with employer matching

Job summary

Nasittuq Corporation is seeking a Fire Alarm Electrician for future opportunities in Grise Fiord, Canada. The role involves preventative maintenance of fire alarm systems, urgent repairs, and collaboration with other trades. Candidates should hold a Red Seal certification and possess experience in fire alarm systems. Benefits include a competitive salary ranging from $61.26 to $64.49 per hour, travel expenses, isolation allowance, pension plan, and health insurance. Enjoy a fly-in fly-out schedule with private accommodations on-site.

Qualifications

• Eligible for RELIABILITY security clearance and pre-employment medical.
• Eligible for a valid passport for travel to CFS Alert, NU, including overnight stays in Thule, Greenland.
• Significant experience in fire alarm systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain DND 404.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and work in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preventative and recurring maintenance of fire alarm systems.
• Repair electrical systems and install replacements.
• Respond immediately to system failures and ensure continued repair efforts.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on appliances.
• Contribute to positive relations between the company and the client.
• Complete all required logs, documentation, and reports.
• Participate in safety meetings and report safety concerns.

Skills

Cross-cultural adaptability

Team player mindset

Knowledge of MS Excel

Knowledge of MS Project

Knowledge of MS Word

Knowledge of Outlook

Education

Certified Red Seal Electrician or Journey Person

Job description

Fire Alarm Electrician - Future Opportunities

About Nasittuq

Nasittuq Corporation delivers exemplary services in the Canadian Arctic, ensuring the seamless operation of critical services for the Department of National Defense (DND) through facilities maintenance and logistical support.

Where You Will Be Working

CFS Alert, the northernmost permanently inhabited settlement globally, offers a breathtaking backdrop on the north‑eastern tip of Ellesmere Island. Explore beautiful landscapes and a unique fauna thriving year‑round in this exceptional environment.

About the Role

As a Fire Alarm Electrician, you will be responsible for the preventative and recurring maintenance of the fire alarm systems at CFS Alert. Reporting to the Facilities Management Supervisor, your key duties include:

• Repairing electrical systems and installing replacements of items already in place.
• Responding immediately to system failures and ensuring continued repair efforts until systems are operational.
• Providing restorative services for all electrical systems, including supporting base operations and services when requested by DND.
• Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on kitchen appliances, small kitchen appliances, and other small appliances as assigned.
• Reviewing and providing input into electrical system enhancements and maintenance.
• Assisting other trades as required and contributing to positive relations between the company and the client.
• Completing all required logs, documentation, and reports accurately and within time requirements.
• Participating in safety meetings, reading safety documents, and reporting all accidents, incidents, and safety concerns.
• Performing other duties/projects as assigned to support the overall program and mission of Nasittuq.

Requirements

• Eligible for RELIABILITY security clearance and pre‑employment medical.
• Eligible for a valid passport for travel to CFS Alert, NU, including overnight stays in Thule, Greenland.
• Cross‑cultural adaptability and a strong team player mindset.
• Certified Red Seal Electrician or Journey Person with significant experience in fire alarm systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain DND 404.
• Knowledge of MS Excel, MS Project, MS Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, work in a changing environment, and possess a sense of urgency.

What We Offer

• Fly‑In Fly‑Out schedule with 8x8 rotations (8 weeks on‑site, 8 weeks off‑site).
• Travel from home to and from the site is paid from any location in Canada.
• Competitive salary rate: $61.26 – $64.49 per hour.
• 40‑hour work weeks (Monday‑Saturday) with some opportunities for overtime.
• $27 a day in Isolation Allowance for every day on site.
• Benefits package including health, dental, disability, and life insurance.
• 6% vacation pay on every check.
• Pension plan with employer matching up to 6%.
• Private accommodations and complimentary meals provided while on site.
• Access to recreational facilities, promoting a balanced lifestyle.

Employment Equity

Nasittuq Corporation is dedicated to employment equity and creating an inclusive workplace.