Johnson Controls
Produces HVAC, fire, security and building automation systems to optimize and protect buildings globally.
1 days ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Canada
Field
Company Size
94,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
conduit install
panel fabrication
wiring check
circuit troubleshoot
material take‑off
preventive maintenance
The Electrical Apprentice is responsible for installing and terminating conduit, cable, equipment, panels, sensors and various control components. The role also involves constructing and fabricating control panels, performing rough and finish wiring, installing interlocking wiring and conducting wiring check‑outs in accordance with NEC, NESC, NFPA and UFC standards.
Additional duties include troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining electrical control circuits for motors and devices, providing material take‑offs, proposing plan modifications to improve efficiency, testing installed equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and keeping detailed maintenance reports. The apprentice must monitor parts usage, assist in scheduling maintenance, and work in compliance with Silent‑Aire’s safety program and Alberta Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- Install and terminate conduit, cable, panels, sensors, and control devices.
- Construct and fabricate control panels; perform rough and finish wiring.
- Install interlocking wiring and conduct wiring check‑outs.
- Ensure installations comply with NEC, NESC, NFPA, and UFC standards.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical control circuits for motors and devices.
- Produce material take‑offs and recommend plan modifications for efficiency.
- Test equipment after installation or repair to verify performance.
- Perform preventive and predictive maintenance; keep accurate reports.
- Monitor parts usage and report material issues.
- Follow Silent‑Aire safety program and Alberta OHS regulations at all times.
Requirements
apprentice electrician
trade school
safety mindset
manual dexterity
communication skills
heavy lifting
Candidates must be a registered Apprentice Electrician in Alberta and enrolled in a recognized trade school, able to work under the supervision of Journeyperson electricians as part of a team or independently. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and a solid safety mindset are required.
The position requires manual dexterity, the ability to lift up to 50 lb, and the willingness to work in a commercial/industrial environment with overtime as needed. Johnson Controls provides reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities in line with AODA and related legislation.
Benefits
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1885
Year Founded
Pioneered the electric thermostat and launched the building controls industry.
2016
Year of Merger
Merged with Tyco International, expanding into fire protection and security.
$26.8B
Annual Revenue
Generates revenue across four global business segments.
Record Backlog
Project Demand
Maintains a strong backlog of digital and infrastructure projects.
- Pioneered the electric thermostat, launching the building controls industry.
- Evolved into a global leader in smart building systems through over a century of innovation.
- Typical projects range from HVAC installations to integrated smart systems in hospitals, airports, stadiums, and data centers using their OpenBlue digital platform.
- Expertise covers HVAC, fire detection and suppression, security systems, energy management, and facility services.
- Earned LEED Platinum certification for its North American headquarters and supplied smart systems to landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101.
Culture + Values
- N/A – Johnson Controls does not publish an official list of culture or values under standardized headings on its public website or LinkedIn.
Environment + Sustainability
43.8% reduction
Emissions reduction
Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 43.8% since 2017 toward a 55% target by 2030.
56% reduction
GHG intensity
Achieved a 56% reduction in GHG intensity since 2017.
56% renewables
Global electricity
56% of global electricity was matched by renewables in 2024.
25% sites landfill-free
Manufacturing sites
23 manufacturing sites (25%) achieved zero-landfill in 2024.
Inclusion & Diversity
Double women leaders by 2026
Global Leadership Diversity Target
Aim to double women leaders globally and minority leaders in the U.S. within five years, initiative launched in 2021.
>100k global workforce
Community Volunteering Impact
Engaged global workforce of over 100,000 across 150+ countries, contributing over 61,000 volunteer hours in 2023.
- Includes diversity targets in senior leaders’ performance metrics tied to compensation.
- Partnerships with HBCUs to develop next-gen sustainable building leaders through scholarships and education initiatives.
- Increased spend with women- and minority-owned businesses as part of supplier sustainability and inclusion goals.