Journeyman PLT / 3rd Year Apprentice Powerline Technician

Victor Energy Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Vehicle allowance

Tools and PPE provided

Leadership role

Mentor opportunities

Job summary

Victor Energy Ltd. is seeking an experienced Electrician to lead critical fire alarm and life safety projects in Alberta.

This role requires oversight of master electricians, mentorship of apprentices, and ensuring top safety and code compliance on every installation. The successful candidate will manage design reviews, coordinate with engineers and inspectors, and drive commissioning and ongoing maintenance across commercial, industrial, and institutional sites.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent).
• 10+ years of electrical experience after obtaining Journeyperson certification.
• Experience with fire alarm or life safety systems.
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code.
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driving record.
• Experience leading crews, coordinating projects, or mentoring apprentices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the designated Master Electrician for permits and code compliance.
• Leading the installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of fire alarm and life safety systems.
• Supervising and mentoring electricians and apprentices.
• Performing inspections, testing, verification, and commissioning.
• Reviewing drawings and specifications for code compliance.
• Working closely with customers, engineers, inspectors, and project managers.
• Completing permits, service reports, inspection documentation, and project records.
• Supporting programming, commissioning, and ongoing system maintenance.
• Promoting a strong safety culture on every project.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Reading drawings

Code compliance

Team coordination

Education

Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)

Job description

Are you an experienced Electrician looking for more than just another electrical job?

REAL-R is searching for a Electrician for a respected leader in fire alarm & life safety systems. This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects that protect people and property while leading skilled electricians and apprentices in a specialized, high-demand industry.

If you're passionate about quality workmanship, electrical code compliance, and developing others, we'd like to hear from you.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Tools and PPE provided
• Leadership role with real responsibility
• Work with an experienced, supportive team
• Opportunity to mentor the next generation of electricians
• Specialized work in one of the industry's fastest-growing sectors

What You'll Be Doing

As the designated Electrician, you'll provide technical leadership while ensuring every project meets the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the designated Master Electrician for permits and code compliance
• Leading the installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of fire alarm and life safety systems
• Supervising and mentoring electricians and apprentices
• Performing inspections, testing, verification, and commissioning
• Reviewing drawings and specifications for code compliance
• Working closely with customers, engineers, inspectors, and project managers
• Completing permits, service reports, inspection documentation, and project records
• Supporting programming, commissioning, and ongoing system maintenance
• Promoting a strong safety culture on every project

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications

• Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)
• 10+ years of electrical experience after obtaining your Journeyperson certification
• Experience with fire alarm or life safety systems
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driving record
• Experience leading crews, coordinating projects, or mentoring apprentices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications

Bonus Qualifications

We'll be especially interested if you also have:

• CFAA certification
• Fire alarm manufacturer certifications
• Experience with emergency lighting, exit systems, or fire suppression systems
• Healthcare, industrial, institutional, or high-rise project experience
• Experience using digital reporting and service management software

This is a field-based position supporting projects throughout Alberta.

You'll work on a variety of commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-residential facilities, giving you diverse and rewarding project experience.

Why This Role Matters

Every system you install, inspect, or verify helps protect lives.

This is an opportunity to build a long-term career where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes a difference, and your work has a direct impact on the safety of thousands of people.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Master Electrician, we'd love to hear from you.