Lead Hand - Journeyperson Electrician

Office Interiors; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Hand - Journeyperson, where you will take charge of exciting electrical projects in Dartmouth. This role offers the chance to work on both residential and commercial sites, ensuring compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code while prioritizing safety and quality. With a commitment to professional growth, you will have opportunities to advance your career in a supportive environment. If you are reliable, efficient, and ready to tackle physical labor, this is your chance to be part of a company that values its team and promotes an inclusive culture. Embrace the opportunity to make a difference in a growing team focused on delivering excellence.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Journeyperson certification in electrical work.
• Strong understanding of Canadian Electrical Code and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing electrical projects and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Plan, install, repair, and maintain electrical systems at commercial sites.

Skills

Electrical Code Compliance

Project Management

Communication Skills

Safety Regulations Compliance

Blueprint Reading

Physical Labor Capability

Reliability

Education

Journeyperson Certification

Tools

Computer Systems

Job description

Do you enjoy interesting projects, taking ownership and working with a great team? Lucky for you, Lakeview Electric Ltd is seeking an experienced Lead Hand - Journeyperson to join our team in Dartmouth! Our job sites are located throughout HRM and surrounding areas, working on residential and commercial projects. As we grow – you grow, as there are opportunities for career growth and professional development within the company.

What we would like you to bring to the table:

1. Assist project foreperson manage electrical projects, assessing the project requirements, material, timelines, and goals.
2. Work with the electrical team and general contractor to meet deadlines, assign workload based on level of experience.
3. Complying strictly with Canadian Electrical Code and local building regulations.
4. Organize and prioritize tasks for small crews and relay information on to the site foreperson.
5. Communicate progress with site foreperson.
6. Ensure all workers are working safe and bring forth any safety issues and concerns to the foreperson.
7. Know, understand, and participate in safety/incident investigations. Review safety/incident investigations and provide crews with adequate supervision to accomplish tasks in a safe effective manner.
8. Plan, assemble, install, repair, test and maintain electrical fixtures and systems that provide heat, light, power or control at commercial sites.
9. Read blueprints or technical diagrams.
10. Installing electrical apparatus, equipment, and fixtures.
11. Enforce and maintain clean site facilities and equipment and comply with all safety standards.
12. Other duties as assigned by The Company.

What you will be doing:

1. Ability to work in a physical labor workplace.
2. Willingness to travel to all job sites.
3. Comply with all safety regulations and meet safety training requirements to maintain a successful safety record.
4. You have a reputation for being reliable and approach your daily work in an efficient, professional manner.
5. Enforce and maintain clean site facilities and equipment and comply with all safety standards.
6. Strong computer skills and familiarity with computer systems.
7. Must have a valid driver’s license.

Our company philosophy is to never compromise safety while providing the highest quality of work and minimizing cost and construction duration. Lakeview is looking for motivated individuals who want to be a part of a growing team that completes large commercial projects from start to finish.

Lakeview is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer as we believe in Powering What Matters, and that is our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Our inclusive culture empowers all of us to connect, belong, and grow. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out directly to [e-mail]