Electrician

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety First. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibility by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

• Installing cable tray and conduit and terminating cable. Locating and installing equipment, panels, sensors and other control components and devices
• Fabricate control panels, wiring check-out.
• Responsible for laying out circuits, set up breaker panels and junction boxes, and install light fixtures and other electrical equipment
• Layout and plan the installation. Quantify and order required material
• Provide input relating to the resolution of any design or installation issue
• Ensure all electrical installations follow applicable regulations and trade practices
• Install, alter, repair and maintain a wide range of electrical equipment for safe, efficient and environmentally sound operation
• Pull wire through conduits and cables through tray systems
• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations
• Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits
• Install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components
• Install, replace and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
• Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, and if need be replacing or repair following proper installation guidelines

• Certified Journeyman Ticket or Indentured in Apprenticeship Program
• 2-3 years’ experience high voltage, lockout tagout experience including circuit isolation
• 2-3 Years’ experience in either industrial (Oil and Gas) or Maintenance projects
• 2-3 years’ experience Reading and interpreting electronic schematics, drawings, and aligning to provincial standards
• 2-3 years’ experience working with high voltage power equipment
• 2-3 years’ experience commissioning and decommissioning electrical systems
• Mechanical ability, strength, and manual dexterity
• Capable of working at various heights
• The ability to stand, crouch and kneel for long periods of time
• The ability to solve math problems quickly and accurately
• The ability to get along well with others on a work team
• Must be willing to work in remote job locations and at various heights
• Must have a strong understanding of safety procedures and policies on an industrial job site
• Proficient communication and reading skills
• Ability to do very precise work
• Ability to distinguish colors to work with color-coded wiring

• $44.96 - $45.33 hourly rate
• 5/2 shift, 8 hours per day – flexible to change per project requirements
• Overtime is given at the rate of 1.5 times the employee straight time hourly rate after 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week.
• Overtime will be paid when an employee works on any regularly scheduled day off
• All compensation and benefits will be in accordance with the Project Labour Agreement
• 10% vacation pay will be provided in accordance with the Project Labour Agreement
• Camp accommodations or Living out Allowance (LOA) provided for work on site
• Transportation to site provided

• Primary work location at site in Edmonton, Alberta with work and travel required throughout Alberta
• Repetitive movement
• Able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Continuously changing work tasks
• Ability to work a significant amount of hours throughout the day
• Ability to lift and work with materials weighing up to 25kg
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and environments