Substation Electrician Apprentice - High-Voltage Hands-On

Rising Edge Group; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Generous paid time off

RRSP-DPSP employer matching

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Rising Edge Group in Edmonton, AB, seeks an Electrician Apprentice to support substation projects, install high- and low‑voltage equipment, and gain hands‑on experience under a Journeyperson Electrician.

This on‑site role requires knowledge of EUC Safety Codes Act, OH&S rules, and a valid Class 5 license. Camp accommodations may apply for out‑of‑town projects and safety training is provided.

Qualifications

• Inducted into Electrical or PSE trade and able to work under supervision.
• Knowledge of EUC Safety Codes Act and OH&S rules as they apply to electricians.
• A valid Provincial Class 5 drivers license with clean record.
• Experience with Windows, Office and computer-based test equipment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day substation construction activities.
• Work with high voltage equipment: breakers, transformers, switches and regulators.
• Install time-sensitive network cabling and document circuits.
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine testing on substation gear.
• Develop work scopes and draft procedures under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with safety practices and company standards.
• Collaborate with Journeyman Electrician on grounding grids and structural erection.

Skills

EUC Safety Codes Act knowledge

OH&S rules knowledge

Valid Provincial Driver's license

Windows & Office experience

Test equipment familiarity

High voltage substation basics

Ability to work at heights

Education

Inducted into Electrical or PSE trade

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Office

Test equipment

Job description

Rising Edge Group in Edmonton, AB, seeks an Electrician Apprentice to support substation projects, install high- and low‑voltage equipment, and gain hands‑on experience under a Journeyperson Electrician.

This on‑site role requires knowledge of EUC Safety Codes Act, OH&S rules, and a valid Class 5 license. Camp accommodations may apply for out‑of‑town projects and safety training is provided.