Lead Event Electrician

Vancouver Convention Centre; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four weeks vacation

Benefits starting on your first day

Defined benefit pension plan

Onsite gym

Uniforms

Merit-based salary increases

Job summary

The Vancouver Convention Centre is seeking a Lead Event Electrician to join our busy Event Technical Services team. This role is based indoors at one of Vancouver's premier venues, collaborating with a skilled group of professionals on high-profile events.

Lead the onsite electrical team, install temporary power/plumbing as required, train staff, and coordinate with operations to meet tight deadlines. Red Seal inter-provincial certification preferred; FE accepted.

Qualifications

• Certified electrical professional with Red Seal or FE certification preferred.
• Minimum 2 years experience at Red Seal/FE level.
• Experience in the events or entertainment industry is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Review, interpret and install temporary event electrical and plumbing requirements as outlined in event work orders and floor plans.
• Lead the onsite team during scheduled shifts, including on-the-job training and guidance.
• Onboard new staff and provide new employee training as requested.
• Serve as primary contact for onsite event electrical changes and minor plumbing changes as needed.
• Work under tight deadlines with a strong focus on safety and standards.
• Troubleshoot and solve problems with cost-awareness and practicality.
• Perform shop duties including testing, inspection and maintenance of electrical tools and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the electrician shop and work areas.
• Assist in planning installations, maintain inventory lists and order basic supplies.
• Provide recommendations for new purchases to enhance services.
• Assist with lighting adjustments and resetting breakers; support base electricians and maintenance.
• Lift up to 50lbs solo and up to 110lbs with assistance.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Electrical Leadership

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Customer service

Teamwork

IT literacy

Education

High school certification or equivalent

Red Seal Inter-Provincial Electrical Certification

Full Entertainment (FE) Certification

Job description

The Vancouver Convention Centre is seeking a qualified Lead Event Electrician to join our busy and talented Event Technical Services team. As the summer fades and Vancouver's rainy, cooler months approach, this role offers the perfect opportunity to work indoors at one of the city’s most stunning venues alongside an exceptional group of professionals.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Event Technical Services, the Lead Event Electrician will serve as the primary contact for onsite event electrical/plumbing additions and changes.

Shift Coverage: Compressed 4 day / 10 hours

Days: Saturday – Sunday – Monday – Tuesday

Hours: Variable shifts, with start times as early as 10:00 a.m. and end times as late as midnight. Hours may fluctuate during events.

As a Crown Corporation, we offer an exceptional compensation package that includes:

• Four weeks of vacation to support a healthy work-life balance
• Benefits starting on your first day to ensure immediate coverage
• A defined benefit pension plan for your long-term financial security
• Access to an onsite gym to promote your well-being
• Provided uniforms for your convenience
• Merit-based salary increases to reward your hard work and dedication

• Hourly Rate: $38 depending upon experience

Join our team and enjoy these outstanding benefits while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

You will bring your skills, knowledge and experience to deliver the best possible experiences for our guests and vendors, and must be versatile, adaptable and ready to be challenged. You are a proven leader able to work effectively in a team environment to review, interpret and install electrical requirements for our various events.

The chosen candidate must be a fully certified (Red Seal) and experienced electrical professional with the ability to work within tight deadlines and under pressure to complete requirements accurately and safely.

We are an event organization, so the successful candidate must have the flexibility to work evenings and sometimes overnight, weekends and holidays within a 40-hour work week, with overtime as needed.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• In accordance with Facility standards and the Canadian Electrical Code, reviews, interprets and installs temporary event electrical and plumbing requirements as outlined in event work orders and floor plans.
• Works independently and provides leadership to the onsite team during scheduled shifts, including: on the job training, cross training, and general direction and guidance as necessary while performing work as part of a skilled trade.
• Onboards new staff and provide new employee training as requested.
• Serves as primary contact while on shift for onsite event electrical changes, minor plumbing changes (basic hose connections) as needed and additions.
• Works within tight deadlines and under pressure to complete requirements safely and to standards, while maintaining a safe working environment.
• Exhibits creative and logical approaches to troubleshooting and problem solving; recognizes costs and requirements.
• Performs shop duties including testing, inspection and maintenance of electrical tools and equipment.
• Maintains the cleanliness and organization of the electrician shop and work areas to a high standard.
• Assists in the planning of installations, provides recommendations and suggestions. Maintains an inventory list of equipment and orders basic supplies and consumables as necessary.
• Provides recommendations for new purchases to enhance services for our clients and guests.
• Assists with lighting adjustments and resetting of breakers as required. Provides assistance to base electricians and maintenance teams as directed.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs by yourself and up to 110lbs with the assistance of a 2nd person.
• Performs other related duties as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• High school certification or equivalent.
• Journey-person Red Seal Inter-Provincial Electrical Certification preferred; Full Entertainment (FE) Certification accepted.
• Minimum 2 years' experience at level of Red Seal/Full Entertainment.
• Experience in the events or entertainment industry an asset.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and similar business software with the ability to learn new types of software.
• Customer service experience dealing directly with clients is an asset.
• Demonstrated effective communication skills including ability to follow instructions and provide clear directions.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong conflict management skills; maintains a positive attitude at all times.
• Maintains a safety sensitive environment, proactively identifying safety concerns, and manage/report accordingly.
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as well the ability to work effectively in a team environment, with tight deadlines.
• Work is performed primarily indoors; however, must be mentally and physically able to deal with exposure to seasonal heat and cold in an outdoor and indoor environment, and requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights up to 50 lbs on your own.
• Strong customer service skills and ability to maintain a highly professional, friendly, and courteous demeanor.
• Ability to accurately and quickly prioritize conflicting requirements, and to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

We Appreciate Your Interest in PavCo and This Position

At PavCo, we are committed to building high-performance teams. Our selection process is thorough, and all candidate applications are reviewed through our eyes, not AI. Should your qualifications and experience meet the requirements of this role, a member of our talent acquisition team will contact you.