Job Description
BFG is looking to bring on and expand our Electrical Team!
Apply to this post if you are interested in working for a great company that offers great benefits and competitive rates.
Role: Responsible for laying out, assembling, installing, testing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and control devices.
Responsibilities:
• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installation.
• Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits; pull wires through conduits and through holes in walls and floors; install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment; install, replace, repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels
• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with code
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem
• Connect electrical power to audio and visual communication equipment, signaling devices and heating and cooling systems; connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components
• Work in a safe manner, maintain a safe and organized work area by observing all safety policies and procedures, applying safety training
• Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve common project /site objectives. Exhibit positive and professional attitude and behaviour at all times
• Emergency standby generator experience an asset.
• Responsible for materials, tools, and appropriate paperwork.
• Must be able and willing to work nights (will receive a night shift premium).
Qualifications:
• Possess 309A Certification and own tools and personal safety equipment
• Have 5+ years electrical experience working in a retail environment
• Possess and provide proof of a valid full class 5 driver's license and produce a clean driver's abstract upon hire
• Have own vehicle a requirement to get to and from jobs independently
• Be willing and able to work at heights
• Have valid Health and Safety, Scissor Lift, Fall Prevention and Working at Heights Training
• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and organize work
• Have excellent customer service and communication skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with clients and internal BFG staff
Work Environment:
• Commercial/Industrial construction sites
• Operational facilities and businesses
• Physical load: high, up to 50lbs
• Location: customer sites, warehouse, working at heights
• Hazard: high, exposure to high voltages, PPE required, fall protection, use of power tools and other equipment
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities/Demands:
• Physically pushing/pulling various types of cables and conductors
• Using various hand and power tools (drills, saws, pipe benders, screwdrivers, etc.)
• Safely and responsibly operating elevated work platforms (scissor lifts).
• Performing duties on platform ladders, scaffold and/or elevated work platforms.
• Lifting, climbing, standing for long periods of time, working at heights.
• Working in extreme temperatures.
• Working shifts when required.
• Willing and able to travel across Canada.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $42.26 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
Application question(s):
• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?
• Do you hold a valid 309A Electrical License?
• Do you have a valid G driver license?
• Do you have access to transportation to get to and from jobs independently?
• Are you able, willing and available to travel to customers' sites on short notice over extended periods of time across Canada?
• Are you willing and able to work night and weekend shifts as required to meet customer needs?
• Are you able, willing and available to work overtime?
Work Location: On the road