Power Electrician

City of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Saskatoon is seeking a qualified Substation Electrician to install, maintain, test and repair substation equipment, street lighting systems and underground transmission facilities. The role reports to the Operations Superintendent and Foreman.

Ideal candidates hold a Saskatchewan Journeyman Electrician Certificate and a Grade 12 education, with a valid Class 1A licence and a clean SGI abstract. The position involves safety training and apprenticeship supervision.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education required.
• Unrestricted Saskatchewan Journeyman Electrician Certificate required.
• Completion of Saskatoon Light and Power Electrician Apprenticeship or 2 years as Journeyman Electrician.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Class 1A Driver’s Licence within 6 months.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI showing a safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, test and repair substation equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches and relays.
• Maintain network system and distribution transformers, street lights and related equipment.
• Test, analyze and purify insulating oils for transformers and switches.
• Install and repair building wiring, grounding and related fixtures.
• Ensure adherence to safety, codes, and procedures; inspect contractor work as required.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Self-motivation

Public interaction

Education

Grade 12 education

Journeyman Electrician Certificate (Saskatchewan)

Saskatoon Light and Power Apprenticeship or 2 years Journeyman experience

Class 1A Driver’s Licence (Saskatchewan)

SGI driver’s abstract

Job description

Closing Date: 09/04/2026

Posting: 5672

This position is a IBEW 319 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Operations Superintendent and direction of the Power Electrician Foreman, this position installs, maintains, tests and repairs substation equipment, street lighting systems, and underground transmission and distribution facilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Installs, maintains, tests and repairs substation equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, AC and DC power supplies, tap changers, protective relaying and other related equipment.
• Installs, maintains and repairs the network system.
• Tests, analyzes and purifies insulating oils for transformers and switches.
• Maintains, tests and repairs distribution transformers, street light fixtures, street light relays and other similar equipment.
• Installs, maintains and repairs building or structural wiring and fixtures.
• Installs, maintains and repairs substation grounding and fencing.
• Installs cable splices and terminations on lead-covered cables and solid dielectric cables at various voltage levels.
• Uses and maintains various specialized, power and general tools pertaining to the trade.
• Uses protective equipment such as insulated gloves, hoods, blankets and hot-line tools for work on energized equipment.
• Participates in the periodic testing of protective equipment.
• Participates in safety, first aid and training programs, and in the training of apprentices.
• Uses, and ensures adherence to proper work procedures, safety standards, construction standards and other specifications.
• Inspects work being performed by contractors, as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 education.
• Possession of an unrestricted Saskatchewan Journeyman Electrician Certificate.
• Completion of Saskatoon Light and Power Electrician Apprenticeship or two years' experience as Journeyman Electrician in electric utility or related electric power field.
• Possession of, or ability to successfully complete within 6 months after date of hire, a valid Saskatchewan Class 1A Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of construction, repair and maintenance of electrical equipment in electrical substations and distribution systems.
• Thorough knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code Part I and Bylaws.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties outside under varying weather conditions.

Weekly Hours:37.33

Salary Range:$50.80to$52.23CADper hour(2026rates)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity

Accommodation

The City of Saskatoon strives to provide an accessible and inclusive workplace for all, including throughout the application and selection process through reasonable access and accommodations. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email [e-mail].

While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Our Recruitment Process: Application > Posting Closes > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to the City