Apprentice Electrician
- Edmonton, AB, T6E 6V9, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Are you looking for a new adventure? Interested in joining a company with a work hard, play hard culture? Relocate to Edmonton and join AMG!
Why AMG?
- Join a well-established, resilient company with a proven track record
- Work in a supportive team that values safety, craftsmanship, and career development
- Be part of a growing organization committed to investing in its people
Amalgamated Mining Group has a track record as a trusted leader in mining equipment. We attract and hire top talent who bring passion, precision, and a safety-first mindset. Our Edmonton shop serves as the hub for a dynamic maintenance team focused on reliability, ingenuity, and continuous growth.
Overview
Reporting to the Electrical Foreman, the Electrical Apprentice is responsible for assisting in the inspection, troubleshooting and repair of high and low voltage mobile mining equipment. This role requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety.
Hours of work are 8 – 10 hour shifts, Monday to Friday with occasional overtime on weekends.
Responsibilities
Assist with testing troubleshooting of high and low voltage systems.- Develop skills to read and understand electrical schematics ranging from simple to complex.
- Due the interdependency of the electrical and hydraulic systems on mobile mining equipment, the apprentice must be willing to learn basic hydraulic principles. This allows for development of enhanced troubleshooting skills.
- Understand and follow trade safety regarding working around voltage ranging from 24 VDC to 1000 VAC.
- Agree to and adhere to the current and future company lock out and tag out procedures.
- Agree to and adhere to the stipulation, that no work on voltages above 48VDC shall be carried out without the immediate supervision of a licensed electrical tradesperson.
- Agree to follow all standard safety operating procedures.
- Follow company policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Working towards a Red Seal or Interprovincial Journeyman's Certificate as an Electrician.
- Previous mining equipment or industrial maintenance experience required.
- Physically fit to perform the duties of the position which includes lifting, bending, climbing, and squatting.
- Strong problem-solving, teamwork skills and ability to foster strong working relationships.
- Strong sense of integrity, ethics, and desire to positively impact the environment.
- Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
Your Skills Will Be Put to the Test: Gain exposure to cutting-edge underground equipment, expand your skills, and grow your career in a safety-focused environment.
Ready to take your electrical career to the next level? Apply now or contact us today! Join Amalgamated Mining Group and work with equipment industry leaders.
Salary/Wage Range: Dependent on experience.
Amalgamated Mining Group offers competitive wages, a comprehensive compensation package including medical, dental, group RRSP and life insurance.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those being considered will be contacted.
There is no application deadline as we will continue recruiting until a suitable candidate is found so apply today!
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Electrical Apprentice assists in the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of high and low voltage mobile mining equipment. They are responsible for learning electrical schematics and basic hydraulic principles while adhering to strict safety protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must be working towards a Red Seal or Interprovincial Journeyman's Certificate as an Electrician. Previous experience in mining equipment or industrial maintenance is required, along with physical fitness for the role.
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- High voltage systems
- Low voltage systems
- Electrical schematics
- Hydraulic principles
- Safety procedures
- Lock out and tag out
- Mining equipment maintenance
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Communication skills
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Group RRSP
- Life insurance
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Energy
Keywords
- Electrician
- Apprentice
- Mining Equipment
- Red Seal
- Journeyman
- High Voltage
- Low Voltage
- Hydraulics
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance
- Safety
- Schematics
- Industrial Maintenance
- Lock Out
- Tag Out
- VDC
- VAC