Journeyman Electrician - Afternoons

Aerotek; Calgary; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Employee assistance

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for a large data center project in Calgary, AB, focusing on commercial and light industrial electrical construction. The role requires strong hands-on experience, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and the capacity to operate in a fast-paced site environment.

This contract position offers premium afternoon shifts (2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.) with overtime on evenings and weekends, and opportunities for long-term work across 18+ months.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician status preferred; higher-level apprentices considered.
• Experience in commercial or industrial electrical construction.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision and maintain safety standards.
• Leadership experience or ability to direct a crew on site.
• Strong English communication for safety discussions and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial and light industrial electrical work on a large data center project, including installations, equipment connections, and cable management.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints to plan wiring and installations.
• Install, bend, and run conduit and cable tray per specs and codes.
• Carry out wiring tasks including low-voltage work, ensuring safe, organized connections.
• Troubleshoot systems and support or lead a crew as needed.
• Work with minimal supervision while meeting timelines and quality standards.
• Follow site safety procedures and use PPE as required.

Skills

Journeyperson Electrician

English communication

Leadership

Team coordination

Conduit bending

Education

Journeyperson certification

Tools

Conduit bending tools

Electrical drawings interpretation

Job description

Job Title: Journeyman Electrician – Afternoon Shift Job Description

This project-based role offers an experienced commercial or industrial electrician the opportunity to work on a large-scale, high-profile data center in Rocky View County, Alberta. You will perform commercial and light industrial electrical construction tasks in an active jobsite environment, focusing on installations, troubleshooting, and equipment connections. This is not an entry-level position and requires strong hands-on experience, the ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision, and confidence in busy construction settings. The position is based in Calgary’s northeast and operates on premium afternoon shifts with regular opportunities for overtime on evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial and light industrial electrical work on a large data center construction project, including installations, equipment connections, cable pulling, distribution, lighting, and general electrical construction tasks.
• Read and interpret electrical blueprints and drawings to plan and execute wiring, conduit runs, and installations accurately.
• Install, bend, and run conduit (including cable tray systems) to specification, ensuring proper cable management and compliance with electrical codes and site standards.
• Carry out electrical wiring tasks, including low-voltage work, ensuring all connections are safe, organized, and meet applicable standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems and equipment, diagnose issues, and implement effective solutions to maintain safe and reliable operations on site.
• Support and, where required, lead or direct a crew, providing guidance, coordination, and assistance to apprentices and other team members.
• Work efficiently with minimal supervision while maintaining high quality workmanship and meeting project timelines.
• Follow all site safety procedures and safe work practices, including the proper use of fall protection, elevated work platforms, and other safety equipment.
• Communicate clearly in English with supervisors, coworkers, and other trades to coordinate tasks, follow site instructions, and ensure safe operations.
• Maintain reliable transportation to and from the site and arrive on time for afternoon shifts and any scheduled weekend work.
• Participate in project-based work with the flexibility to take on premium shift opportunities and requested overtime as project needs arise.

Essential Skills

• Strong commercial or industrial electrical experience in active construction or industrial-style environments.
• Journeyperson Electrician status preferred, with higher-level apprentices (2nd, 3rd, or 4th year) considered.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
• Leadership experience or the ability to support and direct a crew on a busy construction site.
• Strong English communication skills for safety discussions, coordination with other trades, and following site instructions.
• Solid understanding of safe work practices, site procedures, and adherence to occupational health and safety requirements.
• Hands‑on experience with installations, troubleshooting, equipment connections, cable pulling, distribution systems, lighting, and general electrical construction tasks.
• Proficiency in conduit bending, running conduit, and working with cable tray and cable management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical blueprints and apply them to new construction electrical work.
• Reliable transportation to the job site in Rocky View County / Calgary NE.
• Valid electrical apprenticeship or Journeyperson certification preferred.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CSTS certification.
• WHMIS certification.
• Fall Protection certification.
• Elevated Work Platform / Aerial Lift certification considered an asset.
• Experience in commercial construction and new construction environments.
• Experience with low-voltage electrical work.
• Comfort working on large commercial/industrial projects, including data centers.
• Willingness to work afternoon shifts and regularly available weekends.
• Ability to manage long project durations with consistent performance over 18+ months.

Why Work Here?

You will join a long-term, high-profile commercial and industrial project with consistent work opportunities and premium shift options. The role offers the ability to work substantial hours if desired, including 10-hour weekdays and optional weekend shifts, with overtime paid after 8 hours per day, time-and-a-half on Saturdays, and double time on Sundays. Open positions are expected to be available on an ongoing basis, providing job stability and the chance to build extensive experience on a massive, Tier III-designed, high-density data center facility. Team members receive weekly pay and can access optional benefits, supporting strong earning potential and financial flexibility while working on one of Alberta’s largest data center projects.

Work Environment

This role is based on an afternoon shift schedule from Monday to Friday, typically running from 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., with weekends regularly available and often requested for additional work. You will work on a large commercial and industrial construction site in Rocky View County, within a high-density data center environment. The job involves active construction conditions, including working at heights, using elevated work platforms, and performing physically demanding tasks such as bending conduit, pulling wire, and managing cable trays. The environment is fast-paced and safety-focused, with established site procedures and standards. Work is project-based with premium afternoon shift rates and regular opportunities for overtime, making it suitable for those who prefer extended shifts and a busy, hands‑on construction setting. Appropriate construction attire and personal protective equipment are required in line with site safety policies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $50.40/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Calgary,AB.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expérience, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord‑américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Use of the intelligence artificielle (IA):

Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.