Journeyman Electrician - Days

Powell; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading electrical manufacturing company as a Journeyman Electrician in Alberta. You will integrate buildings and manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role offers growth, personal development, and a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive salary package

RRSP matching

Extensive benefits

Job training

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with conduit and PLC’s.
• Safety certifications are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform industrial electrical services per Canadian Electrical Code.
• Diagnose malfunctioning electrical systems and ensure compliance.
• Assist in training and mentoring of apprentices.

Skills

Knowledge of Motors

Knowledge of Electrical Codes

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Journeyman Ticket or Red Seal certification

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Powell People Solving Tough Problems

As a top player in Switchgear and E-house Manufacturing and field servicing, a career with us will challenge you to solve some very tough problems. You will be rewarded with growth, personal development & industry expertise. At Powell, we provide a comprehensive salary package, RRSP matching, extensive benefits and job training all within a professional & friendly working environment.

Job Description

Based out of the Electrical Division Edmonton (EDE), the Journeyman Electrician will report to the Manufacturing Supervisor of the PCR (Power Control Room) Wiring department. The Journeyman Electrician is responsible for the integration of buildings and the manufacturing process associated with PCR integration. The Journeyman Electrician will provide guidance to Apprentices and Electrical Integration Technicians.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform industrial electrical services in accordance with standard practices and the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC Part 1) which involves the construction and maintenance of electrical distribution and utility systems.
• Perform services including but not limited to the installation of electrical equipment and components, cable tray, conduits, cable and wire, heat trace, grounding and bonding, terminations and testing.
• Diagnose malfunctioning electrical systems, circuits, equipment and components to make good their repair and restoration.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards and defects for their adjustment or repair and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Test electrical systems, circuits, equipment and components using a variety of tools and equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, continuity meters, voltmeters, insulation test equipment, etc.
• Assist Lead Persons with training and mentoring of other employees.
• Promote a safety culture as well as attend all safety meetings.
• Ensure quality by following standard work instructions and identifying any potential risks to product quality.
• Ensure work areas remain clean and well organized.
• Other duties as assigned

Core Competencies

• Knowledge of Motors, MCC’s, PLC’s, transformers and small utility distribution within Modular E-Houses.
• Working knowledge of industry codes and standards with the ability to refer to the applicable codes.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, applicable electrical codes related to electrical manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of electrical design and equipment.
• Conscientious, thorough, accurate, and reliable when performing and adheres to Powell’s set of core values and beliefs during both good and bad times.
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and a “can-do” attitude by collaborating with others to solve problems and drive results.
• Approaches work consistently and utilizes methods to complete and monitor tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to new ideas, technology, processes and product changes.
• Effectively diagnoses problems and influences proper action to resolve them.
• Able to work effectively within a team and around other departments and their activities.
• Ability to learn and adhere to all manufacturing policies and practices to ensure adherence to ISO requirements.
• Must have a basic command of the English language, both written and verbal.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid Journeyman Ticket or Red Seal certification.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with conduit (EMT, Rigid), Termination of PLC’s and controls.
• HVAC experience is considered an asset.
• Safety certifications are an asset for the position.
• Due to the safety sensitive nature of this position successful candidates will undergo pre-employment substance abuse and medical testing upon hire.

Working Conditions

• Safety sensitive position in a temperature controlled manufacturing or industrial environment with occasional outside activities.
• Required to wear personnel protective equipment at all times (i.e., hard hats, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety harnesses as required) and respirators when required.
• Must be able to work from all type of ladders (step ladders, "A" frame ladders and all size extension ladders) and scaffolding.
• Working at heights usually no higher than 30 feet in the air on or using proper lift equipment.
• Working around loud machinery.

Physical Requirements

• Able to maintain body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.
• Bending the body at the waist, the legs at the knees, and extending arms and hands in a repetitive manner continuously.
• Continuous standing, walking 50-300 foot distances for long periods of time with only occasional sitting.
• Must be able to lift and handle up to 50lbs on a regular basis.
• Using upper extremities to apply or exert a force up to 20 lbs.
• Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.
• Perceiving size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with the fingertips.

Who We Are

Powell Canada Inc. is a subsidiary of Powell Industries, which is located in Houston, Texas. Globally, we have over 70 years of experience. Powell Canada is a reputable electrical manufacturing and electrical/instrumentation contracting company. We hold a strong industry presence with offices located in Acheson, Calgary and Montreal.

Powell strives to create one unified company through training, communication and leadership. We offer diversified services based on our customer’s needs, keeping us on the cutting edge of new products and services within our industry.

Your Partner in Safety

Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Powell Canada, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

About Us

In our 70+ year history, Powell has always known that our employees are at the heart of our success. Without question, we have the most talented people in all parts of our organisation.

As a manufacturer, we recruit and hire experienced and knowledgeable applicants to ensure our product is engineered, fabricated and assembled to customer specifications!

Powered by Innovation - Powell’s culture has and will always be founded in our "can do" attitude. If we can imagine it, we can do it.

Become a part of our story, and let us help you write yours. Hard work pays off in all of our teams, with opportunity for advancement and promotion without sacrificing work-life balance. Successful candidates must have legal authorization to work in Canada on a full-time basis for any employer, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Powell Canada, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.