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Main Purpose \& Function
Specific Duties \& Responsibilities
- Performs electrical maintenance, installation and construction of a wide variety of equipment including industrial control systems, power distribution equipment, high voltage equipment and generators.
- Performs general commercial-level electrical maintenance and installation in City buildings, which may include telephone and data cabling, battery chargers, UPS's, small equipment repairs, lighting and sound systems.
- Ensures a high degree of accuracy in performing tasks according to instructions, and receives written and verbal assignments; which may be accompanied by sketches or blueprints.
- Maintains accurate records of maintenance and ongoing tasks.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
- Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the Electrical Trades.
- Interprovincial certificate in Electrical Trades (Red Seal) or BC Trades Qualification in the Electrical Trade.
- Experience with traffic signal, street lighting, installation and maintenance, including experience in an industrial,electrical or commercial work environment is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, materials and equipment used supplemented by considerable experience in the electrical trade.
- Experience in working with sewer and water pump stations is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the hazards and proper safety aspects of the trade, and the ability to work onaerial lift trucks is required.
- Ability to handle the physical aspects of the position and work in inclement weather when necessary is of operational importance.
- Ability to operate hand tools, vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to work alone with minimal supervision and in a team.
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret complex wiring diagrams, and familiarity and knowledge of SCADA systems is considered an asset.
- Ability to work on multiple tasks as required.
Driver's License And Record Checks
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A current and valid Class 5 BC Driver's License or higher and a Satisfactory National Safety Code driving record.
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5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
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3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
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Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail
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Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
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Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
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Insurance and Claims History for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
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If you have less than five years driving experience in BC, out of province/country abstract and claims history for the past 5 years must be provided.
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A current and valid Class 3 BC Drivers License with Airbrake endorsement is an asset.
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Application Close: May 8, 2025
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