About the Role
The successful candidate vying for the post of apprentice electrician will work under the supervision of an electrician, and will be expected to perform the following duties, tasks, and responsibilities shown in the job description example below.
Responsibilities
Reads, interprets, and executes drawings, schematics, blueprints, and electrical code specifications to see layout of commercial electrical equipment installations
Tests electrical and equipment and parts for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance
Installs, repairs, or replaces AC/DC motors and drives, transformers, motors, starters, relays, and hydraulic and gas electrical controls
Installs repairs, or replaces electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fibre-optic, and line assemblies, lighting, and alternative electrical parts
Installs, repairs, or replaces generators and industrial storage batteries
Do preventive maintenance and testing of electrical systems (including power distribution equipment)
Installs electrical circuits, as well as panels, conduit, protecting devices, switches, and equipment required to accommodate the CEC and/or NEC
Works on electrical failures and replaces components wherever production time is often affected
Corrects connections and wiring on equipment controls wherever incorrect applications may cause harm and dangerous conditions
Conducts preventive and maintenance programs, and also keeps maintenance records
May install, maintain, and calibrate industrial equipment and connected devices
Complies with standards and procedures of industry, Safety Manual, and abide by safety rules.
Requirements
Ability to perform – sometimes strenuous – manual labor
Good carpentry skills along with power equipment safety and use
Ability to work independently and as a team in a demanding, fast-paced environment; and must have a comfort for change
Possess strong initiative and positive attitude towards all work
Candidates must have a valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation. A 10-year background check will be performed.