Power Electrician I Jobs

Highlights of the job
We are hiring one full time, temporary (up to 11 months) Power Electrician 1 position working out of Edmonton, AB.
 
The Power Electrician 1 is accountable for the installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of apparatus specific to the Network system in EPCOR Electricity Distribution. This includes achieving the successful completion of Network apparatus annual maintenance plans. As the Power Electrician 1, you will work alongside the network, underground and aerial distribution teams and report directly to the Manager, Downtown Trades.
 
 
What you’d be responsible for

• Other related duties as required.
• Installing, maintaining and repairing Network apparatus and equipment (e.g., transformers, protectors, Vista control cabinets, etc.).
• Developing safe work plans and promoting a safe work environment.
• Inspecting Network manholes, vaults and apparatus and documenting results to assist in the development of the annual maintenance plan.
• Responding to trouble calls, troubleshooting and diagnosing technical issues with electrical equipment/apparatus in the Network Distribution System Secondary.
• Performing related tasks in 65 cal. ARC Flash Suit (e.g., oil samples, protector maintenance & installing ARC Flash blast blankets) as per Network Vault Work practices.
• Completing annual testing and oil sampling of Network transformers.
• Providing switching and isolation on Secondary Network systems.
• Performing fault locating on primary feeders and the proof testing of new feeder cables (V.L.F Testing).
• Working in confined spaces with energized primary (15KV) and secondary (<600V) cables.
• Updating engineering drawings and prints with as-built information.

 
 
What’s required to be successful

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Teams, Word, Excel and Outlook) and computer systems to track work, read prints and communicate information.
• Willing and able to work comfortably in underground confined space environments, with energized high voltage equipment and in adverse climate conditions.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent level of secondary education.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License with 6 or fewer demerits and the ability to qualify for and maintain a valid EPCOR driver's permit.
• Demonstrable understanding of high voltage electrical Network distribution equipment, testing and environmental processes.
• Journeyman Power System Electrician Certificate.
• Protection & Control experience is an asset.
• Clearance on background check requirements related to ARS CIP.
• 3+ years of recent related experience as a certified journeyman Power System Electrician.

 
You are a team player who is professional, detail oriented, has highly developed judgment and possesses problem-solving skills. You use your written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with others. You understand that health, safety and environment are integral to EPCOR's work, and strive to maintain a zero-injury organizational culture. As such, you possess a high level of safety awareness and demonstrate safe work practices at all times. Candidates will be required to participate in safety and other job-related training.
 
Other important facts about this job
Jurisdiction: IBEW 1007
Class: PS3.8131A
Wage: $56.03 per hour
Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly
 
Application deadline: September 10, 2023
 
EPCOR Employees: please ensure that you are using your “@epcor.com” email address.
 
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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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