POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications

• Pipeline Construction Safety Training.
• Various safety tickets/certificates as required depending on project.
• Valid Class?5 Driver’s Licence.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.

Experience

• Technical background in electronics, mechatronics, or related field would an asset.
• Previous work experience in the pipeline construction industry would be an asset
• Heavy Duty Collision Avoidance, Machine Control, and GPS tracking technologies experience would be an asset.

Skills and Knowledge

• Understanding of electrical theory, control circuits, DC systems, OHM’s law and safety standards.
• Basic knowledge of low-voltage work: pulling cable, terminating connectors, wiring sensor/control systems.
• Applies creative thinking and problem-solving skills to develop quick, safe, and effective solutions on the fly, using out-of-the-box thinking across diverse environments, from the yard, shop, field, office, and on the go.
• Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and willingness to learn.
• Physically able to lift and handle heavy objects.

ROLE:

The Electronics Technician Apprentice will support the installation, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of DC and low-voltage systems for fleet and equipment control. Working under the Electronics Technician, the Electronics Technician Apprentice will gain hands-on experience in installing and servicing cameras, sensors, control panels, relays, wiring harnesses, GPS tracking, and machine control components. Safety procedures, documentation, and client communication are key aspects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in installing and commissioning DC/low-voltage systems, including safety electronics and machine control modules.
• Pull, route, and terminate low-voltage cabling (e.g. sensors, communication gear, relays) using secure, neat installations.
• Support diagnostics and troubleshooting of control circuits: identify relay faults, voltage issues, sensor malfunctions, etc.
• Use schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints to assist with installations and troubleshooting.
• Assist in system testing, safety validation, and functional verification under supervision.
• Maintain accurate work documentation: test reports, installation logs, part usage.
• Maintain a safe work environment through use of PPE, following lockout-tagout procedures, hazard assessments, and job safety analysis.
• Keep parts and tools organized and support junior installations and inventory management (e.g. trays, racks, labels).
  Note: In addition to these duties personnel are required to carry out such other duties as may be reasonably required in order to support the objectives of the company.