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Company Description:

Launched in 1998 with nothing more than a used Caterpillar dozer and an entrepreneurial spirit, Bouchier has grown to be a leading provider of integrated site services to the Athabasca Oil Sands region.

From our head office in Fort McKay, Alberta, the company now employs more than 1200 dedicated team members and commands a fleet of over 425 pieces of equipment. 

With a strong belief in doing the right things in the right way, Bouchier is now one of the largest companies owned and operated by Indigenous peoples in the area providing contracting, construction, and general site services. 

Position Summary:

Position:          Journeyperson Electrician

Type:               Project (~3 mo)

Location:         TBD

Schedule:        14 on/14 off, Straight Day Shift, 12 hours per day – Averaging Arrangement Applies

Compensation Details:

• Vacation pay at 6% - paid out bi-weekly upon start date
• Health & Dental and Long-Term Disability Benefits – eligible after 12 months of continuous service
  
• RPP (Registered Pension Plan) with company matching – eligible after 12 months of continuous service
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program

Other Incentives:

• Progression and development opportunities
• Safety Recognition
• Years of Service Recognition – Annual
• Company support for recertification of required tickets
• Bouchier welcome gift and company swag
• Overtime available but not guaranteed
• Accommodations provided – Available dependent upon role/site
• Flight allowance provided

Role Summary: 

The Journeyman Electrician plays a vital role in the correct installation of electrical wire, cable, and equipment in various structures, including camp dorms, both indoors and outdoors. The work done will be in support of a camp dorm renovation project.  Knowledge of and ability to execute the tasks required as per the Canadian Electrical Code is a key part of this role.  

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Follow procedures as defined in the CEC (Canadian Electrical Code) 

• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatuses, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. 

• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatuses, and components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. 

• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components. 

• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes. 

• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous. 

• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as multimeters and megohmmeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system. 

• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including multimeters, and megohmmeters. 

• Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors, transformers, circuit breaker panels and disconnects. 

• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. 

• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts. 

• Cut, thread, bend, assemble and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings. 

• Position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels and fuse enclosures. 

• Install and insulate self-regulating heat trace and test with multimeter and megohmmeter. 

• Lockout electrical systems for all trades (Familiarity with Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures) 

• Other duties as required by supervision such as assisting laborers, carpenters, and plumbers. 

Education & Experience:

• Valid Alberta Journeyman Electrician Ticket or Red Seal Certification is required. 

• 4+ years’ experience within Residential or Commercial Construction Projects preferred 

• Valid Class 5 Driver's License is required. 

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred. 

• Knowledge with computers: Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel 

• Excellent communication and Customer Service skills. 

• Must be able to work in a variety of conditions. 

• Safety conscious attitude 

• Ability to get along well with others on a work team. 

• CSO (Common Safety Orientation) Certificate is required
• WHMIS 2015

• All applicants must have the ability to speak, read and write fluently in English. 

• Previous Renovation Experience is considered an asset. 

• Ability to collaborate effectively within a work team. 

• Ability to pass a comprehensive Drug, Alcohol, and Physical Demand Assessment 

• All applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. 

Application Instructions:

Please apply to this posting with your cover letter and resume inclusive of your safety tickets and drivers abstract.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until suitable candidate is found. Typically, our postings stay open for 2 weeks. 

Please apply online: Via: bouchier.ca/careers  

Please follow us on Facebook at https://m.facebook.com/BouchierGroup/ 

The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No phone calls please.