Trades 3 - Electrician

University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of British Columbia seeks a Trades 3 - Electrician to perform skilled journey-person level electrical work across campus facilities. You will conduct preventive and breakdown maintenance, diagnose and repair electrical systems, and install new control and communications equipment.

The position reports to the Head Electrician and requires strong safety, communication, and record-keeping skills. The role supports operations during an afternoon shift on campus.

Qualifications

• Trade certification to journeyperson level (Red Seal Electrician or Industrial Electrician).
• Valid Class 5 BC driver’s license; color vision requirements met.
• Minimum five years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and breakdown maintenance on electrical, electro-mechanical, control and communications systems.
• Diagnose, repair, calibrate and install electrical equipment as a journey-level technician.
• Respond to trouble calls and emergencies and maintain accurate records and time cards.
• Maintain safe working practices and prepare as-built documentation.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety mindset

Education

Red Seal Electrician or Industrial Electrician

Job description

Job Category

CUPE 116

Job Profile

CUPE 116 Salaried - Trades 3 - Electrician

Job Title

Trades 3 - Electrician

Department

Electrical Trades | Electrical | Building Operations | Facilities

Compensation Range

$7,487.00 - $8,028.00 CAD Monthly

Posting End Date

September 10, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Job End Date

Ongoing

Shift Requirement

This position is an afternoon shift role, working either Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday, with scheduled hours of 3:15 p.m. to 1:12 a.m. Candidates must be available and willing to work these hours on a regular basis.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, performs skilled work at the journey person level in preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, diagnostic repair, alterations and installations of electrical, electro‑mechanical, control and communications systems and equipment.

Organizational Status

Reports to Head Electrician, Trades Section, Building Operations.

Work Performed

• Performs duties normally required in the electrical trade (for which training and expertise has previously been acquired) such as: preventive and breakdown maintenance, trouble‑shooting, repair, calibration and installation as an Instrumentation and Controls Electrician across the university campus.
• Works from oral and written instructions from immediate supervisor (s). Performs all duties as instructed in compliance with applicable regulatory codes and regulations and in accordance with work orders, drawings, documents and time schedules.
• Responds to Trouble Calls and emergencies, both during and outside normal work hours, along with correcting electrical deficiencies brought forward by tenants through the service request program. Must have demonstrated experience in good client relationship skills.
• Provides accurate and complete information (on the status of equipment and systems) when completing time cards, work orders, preventative maintenance reports and test‑inspection reports. Maintains concise record management for the department as approved by supervisor (s). Creates and submits as‑build documentation once each work task is complete. Ensures that the workplace is clean and safe while following safe work practices.
• Communicates with customers, tenants, managers and coworkers as required to ensure the efficient delivery of service. Solid verbal and written communication skills are mandatory.
• Must continually improve operation of new and existing equipment.
• Responsible for work being completed in accordance with requirements and specifications.
• Responsible for the correct use and safe keeping of assigned vehicle, materials, tools and equipment used in the execution of the work performed.
• The individual shall keep current with trade maintenance concepts, technology, theory and maintain familiarity with manufacturer s and regulatory maintenance requirements.
• Carries out any other related duties as required in keeping with the qualifications and requirements of positions in this classification.
• Ensures personal protective equipment is used at all times where required.
• Ensure compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety legislation, guidelines, standards, policies, procedures and practices. Responsible for performing the work in the safest manner possible.

Detailed Duties

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, distribution equipment, appliances, apparatus, fixtures or other components, using hand tools, power tools and various test instruments, to ensure compatibility and safety of the electrical system.
• Diagnoses causes of Electrical Distribution and Electrical problems or failures in assigned systems for the purpose of identifying equipment and/or systems to be repaired.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Install, maintain, repair and test hydraulic and pneumatic electrical control systems
• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair electrical drive systems, automation systems and equipment, robotic systems and electronic control systems and devices as well as microprocessor‑based (PLC) systems.
• Install, maintain and troubleshoot emergency stand‑by systems, heating, ventilation and climate control systems.
• Calibrate instrumentation devices using specialized test equipment and software.
• Install and maintain, repair automated equipment and robotic systems.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Work is performed within prescribed and accepted trade standards, in accordance with job requirements and specifications and external regulatory requirements; inappropriate repair/maintenance decisions could delay resolution of problems and adversely affect user access to equipment/system and possible safety of users.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision of the Head Electrician; receives specific instructions on unusual problems and is required to develop appropriate work procedures.

Supervision Given

Periodically, positions in this classification may be assigned responsibility for providing training, mentoring and or checking the work of one or more apprentices or labourers assigned to assist with the work.

Minimum Qualifications

A trade certification to a journeyperson level as a Red Seal Electrician or Industrial Electrician, a valid class 5 BC driver’s license, perfect eyesight with respect to color blindness and a minimum five years of related experience.

• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

Certification as an Instrumentation and Controls Technician an asset. Ability to interpret drawings and specifications, sketches of work required and maintenance manuals. A working knowledge of relevant industrial safety regulations and building codes. Strong computer and software skills required. Ability to independently learn new equipment and software technologies. Maybe required to work various shifts including days, evenings and weekends. Willing and able to respond at short notice to Emergency Calls outside working hours.