
Journeyman Electrician
- Saskatchewan
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Receive wiring diagrams, specifications and instructions covering the scheduled and emergency repairs, installation and inspection work to be done
- Analyze various drawings and wiring diagrams to locate and install circuits and equipment
- Determine work procedures, materials or replacement needs by using the most logical approach to “trouble shooting” and repair work
- Consider all safety precautions and the proper isolation of circuits to minimize interference to operations
- Plan and perform work requiring a thorough working knowledge of electric principles, wiring specification codes, properties of various materials, and principles of operation and application of equipment
- Locate source of any type of electrical equipment problems by tracing and testing circuits and inspecting for faulty operation
- Dismantles, inspects, repairs, adjusts, or replaces faulty parts and wiring on motors, generators, power distribution, and control panels, circuit breakers, rectifiers, electronic devices, etc.
- Installs conduit, fittings, switches, controls and fixtures and wires and connects all types of equipment as required for new installation or replacement of facilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, adjust, and replace faulty electrical components in motors, generators, power distribution, and control panels
- Assemble, test, and adjust equipment for safe and proper operation, including working on live circuits when necessary
- Install and connect electrical components, including conduit, fittings, switches, and fixtures, for new installations or replacements
- Perform splicing, reconnect panel boards and distribution feeders, and adjust new equipment for optimal performance
- Working at heights, using fall arrest gear, and performing confined space entry as required
- Operating AWP equipment, scissor lifts, forklifts, etc. and attending relevant training
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Journeyperson Electrician License
- Qualified Electrical Worker certification
- At least 3 years’ experience in heavy industrial plant electrical maintenance, preferred
- A minimum of 1 year troubleshooting experience with PLC / Automated Control, AC/DC controls and motor systems, preferred
- Ability to read blueprints or schematic drawings
- Understanding and coordination of Lock Out / Tag Out Procedures
- Ability to troubleshoot hydraulic and pneumatic systems, preferred
- Experience with overhead bridge crane, preferred
- Experience in predictive / preventive maintenance, preferred
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good problem solving, troubleshooting and analytical acumen
- Adaptable and able to work both independently and in a team environment
- Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
- Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
- Short and long term disability programs
- Competitive retirement plans
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
- Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
- Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
- Tuition reimbursement
- Wellness program
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