Municipal Electrician — Maintenance & SCADA Expert

Avenue.io Inc.; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is seeking a skilled Electrician (Temporary Full Time) to join Environmental Services, Maintenance in Fort McMurray. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance of municipal electrical systems, reading drawings, and ensuring safety standards are met.

The incumbent will supervise apprentices, review contractor work, and participate in safety and cost-reduction initiatives while adhering to the Canadian Electrical Code.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard electrical trade practices.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and applicable rules.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, manuals, plans, and specifications.
• Safety awareness and PPE usage.
• Basic computer skills (MS Office).
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented and accurate work.

Responsibilities

• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance, repairs, alterations, and installations of electrical systems and equipment.
• Respond to and troubleshoot complex or unique issues with various equipment.
• Read and interpret drawings and codes to determine wiring layouts.
• Install conduits, cables, and electrical fittings, including PLCs, VFDs, MCCs, SCADA network components.
• Conduct data cabling and test circuits for safety and integrity.
• Provide guidance to apprentices and work with teams on safety initiatives.
• Complete field hazard assessments and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Safety procedures

Blueprint interpretation

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Team orientation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Journeyperson Electrician

Tools

PLC systems

SCADA networks

MCC panels

Electrical drawings

Job description

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is seeking a skilled Electrician (Temporary Full Time) to join Environmental Services, Maintenance in Fort McMurray. The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance of municipal electrical systems, reading drawings, and ensuring safety standards are met.

The incumbent will supervise apprentices, review contractor work, and participate in safety and cost-reduction initiatives while adhering to the Canadian Electrical Code.