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Job Title: Commercial Electrician (Apprentice or Journeyperson)

Job Description

This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial electrical projects, focusing on rough-ins, box preparation and installation, lighting installation, and related construction tasks. You will work with BX cable and EMT conduit in a fast-paced commercial environment, contributing to large-scale electrical installations and supporting the successful delivery of commercial and institutional projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical rough-ins on commercial construction projects, including routing and securing wiring and cable.
• Prepare, install, and secure electrical boxes and related hardware according to project specifications and electrical codes.
• Install and wire lighting systems, ensuring proper placement, connections, and functionality.
• Work with BX cable and EMT conduit, including measuring, cutting, fitting, and installing in accordance with drawings and codes.
• Pull wire through conduit and cable pathways, maintaining organization and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Bend and install conduit using appropriate tools and techniques to meet layout and design requirements.
• Support electrical installations on large commercial or institutional projects as part of a coordinated construction team.
• Follow all site safety procedures, including the use of fall protection and adherence to construction safety training standards.
• Collaborate with site supervisors, other electricians, and construction trades to complete tasks efficiently and on schedule.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, properly storing tools, equipment, and materials.
• Inspect completed work to verify compliance with electrical codes, project drawings, and quality standards.
• Assist with fire alarm system installation or maintenance when required, following applicable codes and safety practices.

Essential Skills

• Experience working as an apprentice or journeyperson electrician, ideally as a 2nd or 3rd year apprentice.
• Hands-on experience in commercial or residential construction environments.
• Proficiency in working with BX cable and EMT conduit on construction sites.
• Ability to pull wire and install cable in accordance with electrical drawings and specifications.
• Skill in conduit bending and installation using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Knowledge of electrical construction practices, including rough-ins, box preparation, and lighting installation.
• Completion of CSTS (Construction Safety Training System) or equivalent construction safety training.
• Training or experience in fall protection and adherence to safe work practices on site.
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction and electrical drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety in all electrical work.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with fire alarm systems, including installation, testing, or maintenance.
• Additional safety tickets or certifications such as First Aid, fall protection, and elevated work platform.
• Prior hands on working on large commercial or institutional projects, such as office buildings, schools, hospitals, or similar facilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary construction team.
• Good communication skills for coordinating tasks and reporting progress on site.
• Willingness to work on a contract basis with the potential for extension or permanent employment depending on workload.

Why Work Here?

You will join a well-established, premier electrical contractor in the Edmonton area, gaining exposure to large commercial and institutional projects and modern construction practices. The role offers consistent weekday hours, structured breaks, and the stability of an initial contract with the potential for extension or permanent hire as project workloads continue. You will work in a professional, safety-focused environment that values skill development, certifications, and long-term career growth.

Work Environment

This position is based on commercial construction sites in the Edmonton area, working Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Each day includes two 30-minute breaks: a morning coffee break that is unpaid and a paid lunch break. The work involves active, hands-on electrical construction tasks, including working with tools, conduit, cable, and elevated work platforms in a busy site environment. Safety is a core focus, with adherence to CSTS standards, fall protection requirements, and other site-specific safety protocols. The role is expected to start as a potential 3-month contract, with the possibility of extension or transition to permanent employment if project workloads remain strong.

This is a Contract position based out of Edmonton, AB.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $41.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

This is a fully onsite position in Edmonton,AB.

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.