Lead Electrical Journeyman - Commercial Projects

Onni Group of Companies; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Educational allowance

Referral program

Team-building activities

Discounts to local amenities

Discounted hotel stays

Job summary

Kovac Electrical Group Ltd. seeks an experienced Electrical Journeyperson to lead a small crew on commercial projects in the Lower Mainland. You will interpret drawings, install and test electrical systems, and ensure adherence to the Canadian Electrical Code. Strong leadership, safety discipline, and problem-solving are essential.

Role includes supervising apprentices, coordinating with the site superintendent, and maintaining tools and materials with a focus on quality work and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of experience as Lead Hand Journeyman Electrician in commercial settings
• Proficient in Canadian Electrical Code
• Proficient at bending conduit
• Experience with fire alarm systems
• Experience with power distribution systems
• Experience interpreting blueprints/specifications
• Experience overseeing installations and maintenance

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise crew on site, including apprentices
• Read drawings, blueprints, and electrical code specs to plan installations
• Install, inspect, repair electrical wiring, receptacles, boxes, conduits, feeders, lighting
• Test equipment for continuity, voltage, and resistance
• Maintain and test switchgear, transformers, meters
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and low-voltage control systems
• Coordinate safety meetings and site activities
• Communicate with general contractor site superintendent
• Organize material lists and inventory on site
• Ensure safe work environment per guidelines and policies

Skills

Crew leadership

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Journeyman electrician

First Aid

Fall protection training

AWP platform (preferred)

Class 5 driver's license

Tools

Conduit bending

Test equipment (multimeter)

Electrical code references

Job description

Kovac Electrical Group Ltd. seeks an experienced Electrical Journeyperson to lead a small crew on commercial projects in the Lower Mainland. You will interpret drawings, install and test electrical systems, and ensure adherence to the Canadian Electrical Code. Strong leadership, safety discipline, and problem-solving are essential.

Role includes supervising apprentices, coordinating with the site superintendent, and maintaining tools and materials with a focus on quality work and efficiency.