J/Field Electrician

Finning International; Prince George; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Field premiums

Travel assist

Vacation & sick leave

Pension plan

Employee share purchase

Medical benefits

CAT training

Job summary

Finning Canada is seeking a Journeyperson Electrician/HET to join our Power & Energy service team, supporting CAT generator systems across multiple sites. Responsibilities include installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of CAT generator sets, energy storage systems, and controlled electrical/distribution systems.

The role requires strong field-based technical capability, safety commitment, and the ability to work independently while upholding Finning and

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician Certification required or Red Seal preferred.
• HET Certification; Apprentices will be considered or willing to pursue apprenticeship.
• Arc Flash and Shock safety training (CSAZ462) is required.
• FSRA or FS RB credential would be asset.
• Experience with generators or power systems is essential.
• Experience with generator installation and commissioning preferred.
• Experience with natural gas and diesel engine systems is valuable.
• ATS and emergency power systems experience desired.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting in industrial environments; team player.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets (diesel and natural gas).
• Perform electrical work on generator controls, ATS, switchgear, and distribution equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and single-line diagrams; conduct functional/load testing.
• Perform mechanical work on large diesel and natural gas engines and air compressors.

Skills

Journeyperson Electrician

HET Certification

Arc Flash Safety

FSRA/FSRB asset

Generator installation

Gas/Diesel engines

ATS & emergency power

Electrical troubleshooting

Driver's license

Job description

Company Information

Company: Finning Canada
Number of Openings: 4
Worker Type: Permanent
Position Overview: Finning Canada is seeking a Journeyperson Electrician/HET to join our Power & Energy service team, supporting Caterpillar (CAT) generator systems across a variety of customer sites and industries. This role is primarily responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting/repairs of CAT generator sets, battery energy storage systems, electrical distribution/control systems, and compressed air products. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently in a field based environment while representing Finning and Caterpillar to the highest standard.

What's In It For You

• Wage $55.84 ($50.25/hr during probation)
• $2.55 field premium when working at a remote minesite, $3.55 field premium when dispatched out of a local branch
• Dual ticket premium $3.25/hour
• Shift: 7x7 or 14x14 Continuous shift. All hours worked on Sundays paid at double-time
• Up to $1,000 travel assist per 28 day rotation
• Paid Time Off in Year 1: Vacation, and Sick
• Pension; with 6% Employee min. contribution, 1.00% Finning match
• Employee Share Purchase; 6% voluntary, 2% Finning match
• Employer paid medical benefits
• CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description

Major Job Functions: Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets (diesel and natural gas)

Perform electrical work on: Generator controls (EMCP/ECS platforms) Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) Switchgear and distribution equipment Paralleling and load‑sharing systems Control Systems Read and interpret Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and single line diagrams Functional testing and verification Load bank testing

Perform mechanical work on: Large Diesel and Nat. Gas engines Air Compressors

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician Certification (Red Seal preferred)
• HET Certification; (Apprentices will be considered) or, Willing to pursue apprenticeship
• Electrical Safety Training – Arc Flash and Shock (CSAZ462)
• FSRA or FSRB credential would be considered an asset
• Proven experience working on generators or power systems
• Experience with: Generator installation and commissioning
• Natural Gas & Diesel Engine systems
• ATS and emergency power systems
• Electrical troubleshooting in industrial environments
• Power Generation experience would be considered an asset
• Generator Rebuild experience would be considered an asset
• Heavy Duty Mechanical experience or certification would be considered an asset
• Team player capable of working with minimal supervision, in challenging conditions
• Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
• Valid class 5 driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract

Union Membership

You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.

Diversity & Inclusion

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

About Us

Finning is the world's largest Caterpillar dealer delivering unrivalled service for over 80 years. The company sells, rents and provides parts and service for equipment and engines to customers in various industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, forestry and a wide range of power systems applications. Finning employs approximately 14,500 people world-wide and operates in three geographies, with the head office in Vancouver, BC, Canada.

OUR DIVISIONS

Finning International Inc. is the corporate head office of the publicly traded corporation, which is listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol: FTT. Finning Canada is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, and a portion of Nunavut. Finning South America is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in Chile, Argentina, and Bolivia. Finning UK and Ireland is the authorized dealer for Caterpillar products in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Rental of equipment is facilitated through the dealership locations as well as The Cat Rental Store locations in Finning Canada and Finning South America. OEM Remanufacturing - OEM, a Finning enterprise, is one of North America's most advanced engine and powertrain component remanufacturing providers and is located in Edmonton, Alberta.