Journeyman Electrician (3450)

Company Description:
Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.
From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment.
With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services.
Position Summary:
Position: Journeyman Electrician
Type: Project
Location: Firebag FM
Schedule: 14 on/ 14 off, Day Shift
Compensation Details:
Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits – eligible after 3 months of consecutive employment with Bouchier
RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching – eligible after 3 months of consecutive employment with Bouchier
Employer paid Employee Assistance Program
Other Incentives:
Progression and development opportunities
Safety Recognition
Years of Service Recognition – Annual
Company support for recertification of required tickets
Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
Overtime available but not guaranteed
Accommodations provided
Flights from Edmonton/Calgary/Saskatoon hub
Role Summary:
Bouchier is seeking a Journeyman Electrician for our Firebag FM site. Reporting to the
General Foreman, this role involves installing and repairing electrical wire, cable, and equipment within camp dormitories and other structures. Responsibilities encompass both indoor and outdoor assignments directed by supervision, ensuring strict adherence to safety standards and efficient completion of maintenance tasks.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Follow procedures as defined in the CEC (Canadian Electrical Code)
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Assist General Foreman with material and quantities needed for work scopes.
• Provide single line drawings for electrical devices added to structures during renovations.
•Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as multimeters and megohmmeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including multimeters, and megohmmeters.
• Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors, transformers, circuit breaker panels and disconnects.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts.
• Cut, thread, bend, assemble and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings.
• Position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels and fuse enclosures.
• Install and insulate self-regulating heat trace and test with multimeter and megohmmeter.
• Lockout electrical systems for all trades
• Other duties as required by supervision such as assisting laborers, carpenters, and plumbers.
Education & Experience:
Valid Alberta Journeyman Electrician Ticket or Red Seal Certification is required.
4+ years’ experience within Residential or Commercial Construction Projects
Valid Class 5 Driver's License is required.
High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Knowledge with computers: Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel
Excellent communication and Customer Service skills.
Must be able to work in a variety of conditions.
Safety conscious attitude
Ability to get along well with others on a work team.
CSO (Common Safety Orientation) is required.
WHMIS Certificate is required (Completed within the last 3 years)
All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English.
Application Instructions:
Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks.
Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers
Please follow us on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/BouchierGroup/
The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.

Employment type
Project

Work arrangement
No