Trades - Electrician

Overview

Perform skilled electrical installation, maintenance, and repair for city facilities and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• electrical maintenance
• equipment installation
• industrial controls
• power distribution
• record keeping
• cable installation

Tasks

-Performs electrical maintenance, installation and construction of a wide variety of equipment including industrial control systems, power distribution equipment, high voltage equipment and generators. -Maintains accurate records of maintenance and ongoing tasks. -Performs general commercial-level electrical maintenance and installation in City buildings, which may include telephone and data cabling, battery chargers, UPS's, small equipment repairs, lighting and sound systems. -Ensures a high degree of accuracy in performing tasks according to instructions, and receives written and verbal assignments; which may be accompanied by sketches or blueprints.

Requirements

• red seal
• class 5
• scada
• hand tools
• heavy equipment
• communication

What You Bring

-A current and valid Class 3 BC Drivers License with Airbrake endorsement is an asset. -A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record. -Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) and Insurance Claim History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days before this posting). -Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Interprovincial certificate in Electrical Trades (Red Seal) or BC Trades Qualification in the Electrical Trade. -5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year -Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, materials and equipment used supplemented by considerable experience in the electrical trade. -If you have less than five years driving experience in BC, out of province/country abstract and claims history for the past 5 years must be provided. -Demonstrated knowledge of the hazards and proper safety aspects of the trade, and the ability to work onaerial lift trucks is required. -3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year -Demonstrated ability to work alone with minimal supervision and in a team. -Experience with traffic signal, street lighting, installation and maintenance, including experience in an industrial,electrical or commercial work environment is an asset. -Ability to read and interpret complex wiring diagrams, and familiarity and knowledge of SCADA systems is considered an asset. -Ability to handle the physical aspects of the position and work in inclement weather when necessary is of operational importance. -Ability to operate hand tools, vehicles and heavy equipment. -Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the Electrical Trades. -Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail -Ability to work on multiple tasks as required. -Experience in working with sewer and water pump stations is considered an asset.

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About City Of Vancouver

-The City of Vancouver is committed to enhancing the city's livability and sustainability through its services. -It oversees the development of infrastructure and the implementation of policies to support growth. -The city actively engages in residential, commercial, and public sector projects to meet evolving needs. -Notable for its comprehensive approach to urban planning, transportation, and environmental management. -Vancouver stands as a beacon of urban development with projects that integrate technology and sustainability. -Has led a series of landmark initiatives in housing, green spaces, and public transportation expansion.

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Security Clearance

-must hold a current valid class 5 bc driver’s licence (or higher) with a satisfactory national safety code driving record. -provide commercial driving records abstract and insurance claim history for the past 5 years. -driving record will be reviewed in detail if it does not meet the specified point and accident thresholds.