Power System Electrician or Journeyperson

Role

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the role of Journeyman PSE/Electrician is to perform maintenance, upgrading and installation of equipment in 13.8kV to 500 kV substations. Under this role the Journeyman PSE/Electrician reads and interprets drawings, blueprints and electrical code specifications. The Journeyman PSE/Electrician is also responsible for planning layout and illustration of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications. The Journeyman PSE/Electrician inspects electrical systems, components and equipment to identify defects and to ensure compliance with codes. This is a senior role which requires performance evaluation, coaching mentoring and training of PSE/Electrician Apprentices

Responsibilities

• Installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance of different electrical systems, faulty equipment and apparatus including transformers, circuit breakers, switches, switchgears, instrument transformers, relays and other related equipment (500kV, 240kV, 144kV, 69kV, 25kV, 13.8kV).
• Installation of structural steel, installation of buried utilities.
• Operation of construction equipment such as skid steer, mini hoe, manlifts, and zoombooms.
• Comply with Rising Edge Technologies Ltd.’s Health and Safety Manual and industry safety regulations.
• Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring and training to PSE/Electrical Apprentices in understanding, identifying and resolving technical issues. Assist PSE/Electrician Apprentices with the day to day activities involved with substation construction including working in a safe and quality manner.
• Responsible for Inspection and testing of high voltage electrical equipment installed in a substation. Ensure test and maintenance reports are maintained and completed at all times
• Lead installation and facilitate planning of ground grids, assembly of power system equipment, cabling and wiring
• Perform and facilitate substation equipment maintenance according to company and industry standards
• Adhere to Rising Edge Technologies Ltd.’s safety policies and safe work procedures and be familiar with the potential hazards of working near energized equipment.

Requirements

• Valid and recognized Power Systems Electrician Journeyman or Journeyman Electrician Certificate
• Minimum of 5 years of work experience as a PSE/Electrician with at least 2 years of experience working in substations required
• Thorough knowledge of the Alberta Electrical Utility Code (A.E.U.C Safety Codes Act) and Occupational Health and Safety rules as they relate to the PSE/Electrician role
• Have a valid Alberta 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
• Ability and willingness to work out of town
• Able to travel including travelling to remote sites.
• Able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Dedicated to a respectful work environment and teamwork with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work within strict deadlines.
• Must show that you can work in a safe manner with respect to the environment, health and safety issues in the work place.

Benefits

• Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off Benefits
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling
• RPP - Group RRSP