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Apprentices, Journeypersons, Service & Generator Technicians, and Foremen
- Bowen Island, BC, Canada
$19 to $44 CAD / hour · Full-time
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- $19 to $44 CAD / hour
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Electricians - Apprentices, Journeypersons, Service & Generator Technicians, and Foremen
Locations: Nanaimo, Parksville, Campbell River, Comox Valley, Victoria, Port Alberni & Tofino, BC
About The Opportunity
Our client is looking for electricians at all levels for multiple opportunities with a growing electrical contractor on Vancouver Island.
1- Service Electricians
Locations: Nanaimo, Parksville, Campbell River, Comox Valley, Victoria, Port Alberni & Tofino, BC
About The Opportunity
Our client is looking for electricians at all levels for multiple opportunities with a growing electrical contractor on Vancouver Island.
1- Service Electricians
- Service Electricians will work on a variety of industrial, commercial, and residential service calls. The work is varied and requires strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
- Perform electrical service, repairs, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Diagnose electrical issues and determine appropriate solutions
- Complete service upgrades and related electrical work
- Work on industrial, commercial, and residential service calls
- Communicate directly with customers and provide professional service
- Read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
- Complete work safely, efficiently, and to required standards
- Journeyperson Electrician or Electrical Apprentice experience
- Previous electrical service experience is an asset
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver's licence is an asset for applicable positions
- We are looking for electricians with generator experience, as well as electricians interested in developing specialized skills in generators, solar, and backup power systems.
- Install, connect, troubleshoot, maintain, and service standby power systems
- Perform generator-related electrical installations and connections
- Diagnose and troubleshoot backup power systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and servicing
- Support installation and servicing of solar and backup power systems
- Test and verify electrical systems and equipment
- Follow safety procedures and electrical standards
- Electrical trade experience or apprenticeship experience
- Generator, standby power, solar, or backup power experience is an asset
- Strong electrical troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics
- Good mechanical/electrical problem-solving ability
- Willingness to learn and develop specialized generator skills
- Generator experience is not mandatory. Strong electricians who are interested in learning the generator side of the trade are encouraged to apply.
- Commercial Electricians will work on projects ranging from smaller commercial installations to larger construction projects across Vancouver Island.
- Perform commercial electrical installations
- Complete electrical layout and installation work
- Read and interpret drawings and specifications
- Coordinate electrical work with other trades
- Support project planning and coordination
- Maintain quality and safety standards on project sites
- Mentor apprentices where applicable
- Assist with site coordination and leadership
- Electrical apprenticeship or Journeyperson experience
- Commercial construction experience is an asset
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
- Strong knowledge of electrical installation practices
- Ability to work safely and efficiently on construction sites
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- We are seeking experienced electricians who are ready to take on crew leadership and project coordination responsibilities.
- Lead and coordinate electrical crews on project sites
- Plan and organize daily electrical activities
- Coordinate work with General Contractors and other trades
- Ensure work is completed according to drawings, specifications, schedule, and safety requirements
- Mentor and support apprentices and junior electricians
- Assist with project planning and site coordination
- Monitor quality, productivity, and job progress
- Communicate project requirements and issues to management
- Journeyperson Electrician experience
- Previous electrical crew leadership or Foreman experience preferred
- Strong commercial or construction electrical background
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to coordinate multiple activities on a construction site
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- We are hiring apprentices at different stages of their electrical apprenticeship.
- Assist Journeypersons and Foremen with electrical installations
- Learn and perform electrical work according to training and experience level
- Assist with material handling, layout, installation, and testing
- Follow electrical codes, company procedures, and safety requirements
- Develop practical skills through on-the-job training
- Work effectively with electricians and other trades
- Registered electrical apprentice or relevant electrical training
- Willingness to learn and develop within the electrical trade
- Good work ethic and positive attitude
- Strong safety awareness
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Previous construction or electrical experience is an asset
- Residential Electricians will work on homes and residential projects throughout Vancouver Island.
- Perform residential electrical installations
- Complete electrical repairs and service work
- Perform service upgrades where applicable
- Work on new construction and renovation projects
- Read and interpret electrical drawings
- Complete clean, safe, and high-quality installations
- Communicate professionally with customers
- Electrical apprenticeship or Journeyperson experience
- Residential electrical experience is an asset
- Strong understanding of electrical installation practices
- Good troubleshooting skills
- Strong attention to quality and safety
- Professional customer service skills
- Depending on the position, successful candidates should have:
- Electrical apprenticeship or Journeyperson experience
- Strong hands-on electrical experience
- Commercial, industrial, residential, or service experience is an asset
- Generator, solar, or backup power experience is an asset for specialized positions
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Commitment to workplace safety
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong customer service skills for service positions
- Leadership and mentoring abilities for Foreman positions
- Benefits package
- RRSP matching
- Apprenticeship support
- Training and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities
- Opportunities to move between different electrical divisions
- Leadership development opportunities
- Company vehicles for applicable positions
- Paid time off
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Wellness program
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Responsibilities
Install, service, repair, and troubleshoot electrical systems across residential, commercial, and industrial settings, including generator, solar, and backup power systems. Depending on the role, coordinate project work, lead crews, mentor apprentices, communicate with customers and other trades, and maintain safety and quality standards.
Requirements
Candidates should have electrical apprenticeship or journeyperson experience appropriate to the position, with relevant service, construction, residential, commercial, industrial, or generator experience considered an asset. Strong troubleshooting, drawing interpretation, safety awareness, communication, and teamwork are important; foreman roles also require leadership and coordination skills.
Skills
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Repairs And Maintenance
- Reading Electrical Drawings
- Generator Systems
- Backup Power Systems
- Solar Systems
- Commercial Electrical Work
- Residential Electrical Work
- Industrial Electrical Work
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Safety Compliance
- Crew Leadership
- Project Coordination
- Apprentice Mentoring
Benefits
- Benefits Package
- RRSP Matching
- Apprenticeship Support
- Training And Professional Development
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Opportunities To Move Between Electrical Divisions
- Leadership Development Opportunities
- Company Vehicles For Applicable Positions
- Paid Time Off
- Dental Care
- Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Wellness Program
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- Trades
- Construction
- Engineering
- Energy
- Management & Leadership
Keywords
- Electrical Apprenticeship
- Journeyperson Electrician
- Electrical Service
- Electrical Installation
- Electrical Repairs
- Preventative Maintenance
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Electrical Drawings
- Electrical Specifications
- Electrical Codes
- Generator Systems
- Standby Power
- Backup Power Systems
- Solar Systems
- Commercial Construction
- Residential Electrical
- Industrial Electrical
- Service Upgrades
- Electrical Testing
- Safety Procedures
- Quality Standards
- Customer Service
- Crew Leadership
- Project Coordination
- General Contractors
- Trade Coordination
- Apprentice Mentoring