Journeyman Electrician

Techmation Electric & Controls Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Techmation Electric & Controls Ltd. seeks a Journeyman Electrician for full-time, on-site work in the Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area.

You will install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and controls in industrial environments, following drawings and safety standards. Daily duties include diagnosing issues, performing routine inspections, and documenting work while collaborating with project managers and other trades to support plant turnarounds and upgrades.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge of electricity in industrial environments.
• Experience with installing wiring, panels, motors, and control systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Solid familiarity with safety regulations including lockout/tagout.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and controls.
• Diagnose electrical issues, perform inspections, and document work performed.

Skills

Electrical basics

Industrial wiring

Troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyperson certification (Red Seal)

Job description

Company Description

Techmation Electric & Controls Ltd. is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, delivering comprehensive electrical and instrumentation services to the energy industry since 1995. The company has grown from a single service center in Whitecourt, Alberta to one of the largest independent E&I service providers in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. With over 1,300 personnel and a fleet of more than 500 service vehicles, Techmation excels in E&I maintenance, plant turnarounds, preventative maintenance scheduling, and major construction projects. The organization is known for partnering closely with clients to align project execution, scheduling, budgets, and safety with customer expectations. Techmation’s project managers are engaged throughout each project to ensure smooth transitions from construction to commissioning and to deliver tailored solutions for diverse industrial needs.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Journeyman Electrician role is based in the Greater Edmonton Metropolitan Area and focuses on electrical work in industrial energy sector environments. The Journeyman Electrician will install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, equipment, and controls, following technical drawings, specifications, and safety standards. Daily responsibilities include diagnosing and troubleshooting electrical issues, performing routine inspections and testing, and completing preventative maintenance to ensure reliable operation of client facilities. The role involves collaborating with project managers, instrumentation technicians, and other trades to support construction projects, plant turnarounds, and upgrades, while accurately documenting work performed. The Journeyman Electrician is expected to uphold strict safety practices, comply with regulatory requirements, and contribute to efficient, high-quality project delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong foundational knowledge of electricity and electrical principles applicable to industrial environments.
• Demonstrated proficiency in electrical work, including installation of wiring, panels, motors, and control systems.
• Experience with maintenance & repair of electrical equipment, systems, and components in plant or field settings.
• Effective troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and resolving electrical faults and performance issues.
• Exposure to or understanding of electrical engineering concepts related to industrial power and controls.
• Valid Journeyperson Electrician certification (e.g., Red Seal or provincial equivalent) and appropriate trade tickets.
• Solid familiarity with industrial and construction safety regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Reliable team collaboration skills, clear communication, and the capacity to work in varying site and weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites within the Greater Edmonton area and surrounding regions as needed.