Matrix HR is currently seeking Electricians for an exciting, long-term project located in Halifax NS. Our client has been building quality vessels for over 50 years and has been at the forefront of Canadian shipbuilding for over 130 years.
**Referral Bonus!** We are pleased to offer a referral bonus of $200 for each individual referred to Matrix HR who is successfully hired for this project. To be eligible for the referral payment, the referred candidate must complete a minimum of one week of work on our payroll.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Apply safe work practices to all work performed.
- Use and maintain tools and equipment required for performing various work activities.
- Assist in docking and undocking vessels.
- Setup for specified work on a vessel or job site
- Able to learn surface preparation, coating application and apply those skills.
- Perform fire watch and confined space watch duties.
- Able to work with minimal supervision.
- Assist skilled-trades workers within the shipyard performing general labour work.
- Compartment turnover readiness and cleaning.
- Able to safely and efficiently be able to use different types of power tools.
- Being a team player is a must.
- Lift, move, or position equipment at work sitesWork in a shipbuilding and repair, steel industry environment
**Requirements:**
- Must be able to handle, lift, carry, and set up parts and equipment that weigh up to fifty (50lbs) pounds.
- Must be eligible to work in Canada and have lived in Canada for 5 years.
- A pre-employment physical is required.
- Must be able to wear PPE + Fit Tested Respirator Mask
- Must be able to work in Confined Spaces
- Must be able to commute to work daily
**Required Tickets:**
- Must have a Red Seal or Journeyman Electrician Ticket.
- Confined Space.
- Fall Protection.
- WHMIS.
- Must be able to commute to work daily.
**Qualifications:**
- All suitable candidates must be eligible to work in Canada.
- A pre-employment Government Security Clearance/Background and Credit check will need to be completed.
- Full PPE + Fit Tested Respirator Mask
**What We Offer:**
- Competitive pay at $47.00 per hour
- Long-term, full-time project with consistent hours
- Opportunity to work in a controlled, professional setting
- A safety-first culture with a collaborative team environment
**Wage:**
- Day Shift: $47.00 per hour (7am - 3:30pm)
- Night Shift: $3.00 per hour shift premium (4:30pm-1:00am)
- Back Shift: $3.00 per hour shift premium (5pm - 1am)
- Additional Overtime offered