Utility Field Service Electrician Apprentice, Commercial Energy Service
Skills in all areas of electrical are not necessarily required, but the job can and will involve a variety of electrical disciplines and a strong candidate will be able to perform a variety of electrical tasks from distribution/production power, lighting, and low voltage.Working as a team with the Utility Team, the Apprentice Electrician assists with the operations and maintenance of power distribution, transformers, lighting, and electrical equipment 480 VAC up to 1000VDC, Inverters, Batteries under the guidance of a Licensed Electrician.
Maintaining and troubleshooting various types of electrical componentsUses complex electrical schematics and blueprintsConsulting manuals, reading and interpreting diagrams, blueprints, and schematicsPerform required preventive maintenance activities on commercial and utility battery energy storage systems to maintain warranty coverageDisplay positive attitudes and practices good work ethics that reflects the mission, philosophy, and goals of the companyComplete tasks in a timely manner and provide feedback Must be a Registered Alberta AIT Apprentice (ALBERTA OPENINGS), 309A construction and maintenance electrician apprentice with the Skill Trades Ontario (ONTARIO OPENINGS) or Industry Training Authority (VANCOUVER OPENINGS)Knowledge of basic electrical theory and Ohms law.
Must have 1-2 years of electrical experience including the installation of electrical equipmentUses a variety of tools and equipment, such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment. Ability to travel to numerous sites daily and travel up to 2 weeks at a timeExperience working with low voltage control circuits & AC power circuits.Ability to interpret electrical prints and schematicsThe employee may require the ability lift 50 lbs. from the ground and pull 50 lbs. of forcePerform ladder climbing, wire pulling, and conduit pulling. Fully squat, stoop or kneel while wearing a 25 lbs.
tool beltMaintain a standing position for long periods while performing repetitive actions such as grasping or manipulating wires. Work off ladders, man lifts or reach booms