Electrical Apprentice and Journeyperson

at  Aecon Construction Solutions Inc

ABOUT US

Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. is a multi-disciplined construction company offering superior civil, electrical and mechanical services including piping, insulation, scaffolding, and module fabrication. As one of Canada’s largest and most diverse construction and infrastructure development companies, we’re always on the search for exceptional craft candidates to fill our ever-expanding project portfolios. We are focused on hiring only those exceptional individuals who value safety in the workplace and remain committed to the collective goal of maintaining our Aecon ‘zero injury’ culture.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Certified Journeyman Ticket or Indentured in Apprenticeship Program
• 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

REQUIREMENTS

• Electrical Journeyperson or Registered Provincial Apprenticeship
• CSTS 2020 or SCOT

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the appropriate site supervisor, the Electrician Apprentice & Journeyman will be responsible for providing support and in-depth knowledge in the field regarding all matters of construction electrical matters to ensure Aecon Construction Solutions Inc. achieves their general and specific project requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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
• 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

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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
• 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