Journeyman Electrician

Medallion Energy Services Inc.; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral Program Incentives

PPE Allowance

Employee assistance program

Consistent work

Company events

Dental care

Extended health care

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Vision care

Job summary

Medallion Energy Services is seeking an experienced Journeyman Electrician to support industrial electrical systems on oil and gas projects in Grande Prairie, Alberta. You will install, maintain and troubleshoot electrical equipment, read schematics, and ensure safety protocols while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The role requires strong teamwork, adherence to the Canadian Electrical Code, and flexibility for overtime or shift work.

Qualifications

• Requires journeyman electrician certificate and valid driver's licence.
• Fluent in English and able to work in Canada.
• Physically able to lift and work at heights; able to perform outdoors.
• Willingness to work overtime and shift schedules as needed.

Responsibilities

• Electrical installation: install cables, conduit, trays, lighting, panels, motors and equipment.
• Maintenance and repairs: preventive maintenance and repair of motors, generators, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, heat tracing.
• Troubleshooting: read drawings, use test equipment, identify faults, restore service.
• Hazardous-area work: operate equipment in areas with flammable gases or vapours.
• Safety: follow isolation/lockout, permit, gas-testing and electrical safety practices.
• Testing and commissioning: inspect, test, verify operation, support startup.
• Drawings and documentation: interpret schematics, record work, update drawings.
• Team coordination: collaborate with operators, technicians, engineers and contractors.
• Apprentice supervision: guide apprentices and check workmanship.
• Operational support: respond to breakdowns and support planned shutdowns.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Read drawings

Manual dexterity

Education

Journeyman electrician certificate

H2S Alive

First Aid

CSO

Working at Heights

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

Medallion Energy Services is an established provider of electrical and instrumentation services to the oil and gas industry. The company is known for delivering dependable support to industrial projects with a strong emphasis on quality, safety, and consistent execution.

In this role, you will contribute to industrial construction work that helps keep complex electrical systems operating reliably in demanding environments. This is an opportunity to apply your trade expertise on projects where precision, safe work practices, and teamwork matter every day.

Responsibilities

• Electrical installation: Install cables, conduit, cable trays, lighting, grounding systems, panels, motors, and electrical equipment.
• Maintenance and repairs: Perform preventive maintenance and repair motors, generators, transformers, switchgear, motor control centres, and heat tracing.
• Troubleshooting: Read drawings, use test equipment, identify electrical faults, and restore equipment to service.
• Hazardous‑area work: Work with electrical equipment designed for areas where flammable gases or vapours may be present.
• Safety: Follow isolation and lockout procedures, permit requirements, gas‑testing requirements, and electrical safety practices. Identify hazards and stop unsafe work.
• Testing and commissioning: Inspect and test installations, verify equipment operation, and support startup after construction, maintenance, or shutdowns.
• Drawings and documentation: Interpret schematics and single‑line diagrams, record maintenance work, and mark up drawings when installations change.
• Team coordination: Work with operators, instrumentation technicians, millwrights, engineers, and contractors to plan and complete work.
• Apprentice supervision: Guide apprentices, demonstrate proper work methods, and check workmanship within their assigned authority.
• Operational support: Respond to breakdowns, support planned shutdowns, and help reduce equipment downtime.

Required Qualifications

• Journeyman electrician certificate.
• Working knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC).
• Fluent in English.
• Valid driver's licence and eligibility to work in Canada.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team or independently when required.
• Physically able to lift, climb ladders, work at heights, and handle outdoor site conditions.
• Available to work Monday to Friday and for overtime when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior oil and gas experience or broader industrial electrical experience in plants, facilities, or construction sites.
• Hands‑on experience with conduit bending, cable tray installation, wire pulling, and troubleshooting industrial electrical systems.
• Experience reading blueprints and schematics.
• Supervisory experience.
• H2S Alive, First Aid, CSO, or Working at Heights certification.
• Willingness to work outside of Grande Prairie as needed.
• Availability for shift work, on‑call work, and weekends as needed.

Company benefits

• Referral Program Incentives
• PPE Allowance
• Employee assistance program
• Consistent work
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Vision care