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Who We Are 

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, andmaintainthe critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on. 

Driven bya clear visionto strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by ourSTRIDEvalues - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth,mentorshipand collaboration where safety always come first. 

What You'll Do 

Reporting to the Journeyperson Electrician, the role of Electrician Apprentice is to install new and maintain low and high voltage equipment in a substation. Under this role the Electrician Apprentice will gain hands-on experience with the installation of ground grids, structural steel's erection and the repair and assembly of power system equipment. The Electrician Apprentice is responsible to assist with the installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of high voltage transformers and all other related equipment on a substation.

Key Responsibilities 

The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to: 

• Assist in the day to day activities involved with substation construction
• Work with high voltage equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, and switches, voltage regulators, capacitor banks, P&C (protection and control) equipment and SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition systems) systems, human machine interfaces (HMI) and remote terminal units (RTUs)
• Install time sensitive network and power cabling, including connection, location and documentation of all circuits, as required
• Perform preventive equipment maintenance; scheduled, unscheduled and emergency requests
• Perform maintenance, predictive inspections and testing on substation equipment
• Develop work scopes, draft procedures and perform routine repairs
• Comply, at all times, with Rising Edge Technologies operating and maintenance safe work practices, procedures and standards
• Develop and maintain test and maintenance reports while working under Journey PSE/Electrician
• Work with Journeyman Electrician to install ground grids, power system equipment's assembly and erection of structural steel

Additional Information 

This position isdesignatedas safety-sensitive making employment contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, as well as criminal and general background checks. 

Schedule

• Schedule rotations range from 4 days on / 3 days off, 8 days on / 6 days off, 14 days on / 7 days off, etc.
• Standard workdays are 10 hours (7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.)
• Overtime paid at time and a half after 10 hours per day and 40 hours per week 
• Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent) 

Requirements

What We Are Looking For

• Indentured into Electrical or PSE trade
• Have knowledge of the Electrical Utility Code (E.U.C Safety Codes Act) and Occupational Health and Safety rules as they relate to the Electrician role
• Have a valid Provincial Class 5 driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, Office and computer based test equipment would be an asset
• Must meet pre-access Drug & Alcohol testing requirements
• Must be able to work comfortably at heights

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with weekly payperiods  
• Overtime opportunities (project dependent)  
• Generous paid time off   
• RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service  
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)  
• Company-paid safety training   
• Annual PPE allowance provided for field-based employees (post-probation)  
• Out-of-town work includes either all-inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)  
• Travel time to and from site will be paid at base rate, and travel provided by employer (project dependent)  
• Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities  
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)  
• Employee Referral Bonus Program  

Why Rising Edge Group? 

Safety & Excellence:Safety is at the heart of everything we do.Every project is approached with diligence, strategic planning, and reliable execution practices to protect our teams and the clients we serve while delivering world-class high-voltage solutions. Our unwavering commitment tosafetyand quality drivesexcellence on every project, every day. 

People-First Culture:You'remore than a job title.Every person contributes to powering essential energy infrastructure across North America. Our teams are built on collaboration, respect, and accountability. We support ouremployeesthrough meaningful engagement initiatives, team events, and a culture that prioritizes wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections. 

Career Growth & Impact:Your role is a path to along-termcareer.We empower our employees with hands-on experience, exposure to diverse projects, and opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development,you'llbuild lastingexpertisewhile making a tangible impact in an environment where teamwork and integrity guideour work. 

Reward & Recognition:We believe skill,dedication, and excellence deserves recognition. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of appreciation ensure your achievements are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference. 

At Rising Edge Group,you'renot just building projects,you'rebuilding a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.