Journeyperson Electrician/Team Lead

Wildstone Group; Penticton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Canada is looking for an Electrical Team Lead with high voltage experience to supervise crews on various projects. The role requires a Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician who can ensure compliance with industry standards and codes. Key responsibilities include leading crews, conducting safety meetings, and working with project managers. Competitive compensation, travel benefits, and professional development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Well-maintained crew housing

Living Out Allowance

Full benefits

RSP program

Qualifications

• Experience in ICI work sites.
• Familiarity with Canadian Electric Code and electrical standards.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead electrical crews on project sites.
• Ensure compliance with codes and specifications.
• Conduct safety meetings to exceed regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with project managers and clients.

Skills

High voltage experience

Managing Cable Tray & Teck cable installation

Switchgear and MCC installation

PLC & Instrumentation wiring

Proficient with Procore and MS Office

Ability to supervise crews

Education

FSR Certified Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician

Job description

Wildstone Construction is currently recruiting for an Electrical Team Lead with high voltage experience. Our electrical team supports our water/wastewater, energy, and institutional projects, collaborating with our in‑house Mech/HVAC division to provide control wiring capabilities. We’re looking for a motivated and highly skilled Journeyperson Electrician confident in their ability to direct and supervise crews to get the job done!

Ideal Candidate Experience

• Managing Cable Tray & Teck cable installation methods.
• Switchgear, MCC, equipment & generator installation methods.
• PLC & Instrumentation wiring & termination standards.
• Familiar with cable schedules, control wiring diagrams and PLC io drawings.
• Installation of outdoor pad mounted switchgear, oil filled transformers, and containerized equipment.
• Termination of kv deadbreak elbows

You can expect to travel for work to various locations across BC, the Yukon, and occasionally the Northwest Territories. Our crews usually work / rotations and average -hour days, with travel in and out of different project sites. Perks include well‑maintained crew housing, flights to and from site from the nearest airport, a Living Out Allowance, full benefits, and an RSP program.

Compensation - $ - $ per hour, depending on experience.

Your day to day

• Supervise and lead electrical crews on project sites.
• Ensure everything under your scope is built to specifications and is compliant with codes / regulations.
• Conduct safety meetings and ensure all measures meet or exceed regulatory requirements.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, clients, and subcontractors.
• Underground and slab conduit and grounding.
• Building wiring – typically EMT, Rigid, PVC or Teck.
• Installation of power distribution switchgear, backup generators, transformers, motor control centers, PLC control panels, VFDs, pumps, and instrumentation.
• Motor control wiring, process instrument control wiring, and HVAC control wiring.

Additional qualities we’re looking for

• FSR Certified Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician with experience on ICI work sites.
• Able to follow Canadian Electric Code, and BC Hydro, Fortis, and ATCO electrical standards.
• Proficient with Procore and MS Office.
• Hold or are willing to obtain Leadership for Safety Excellence, Workplace Investigation Basics, Fall protection, WHMIS, Elevated Work Platform, and Level First Aid.
• Able to fulfill the physical requirements of the role.
• Valid driver’s license. Trailer towing experience an asset.

If you’re ready to take your electrical career to the next level, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join a company that values your growth, safety, and success.