This is skilled technical work at the journeyperson level performing a variety of electrical maintenance, repair, and installation tasks for the City. An employee of this class performs a variety of repairs, wiring and related maintenance tasks at City facilities related to electrical systems, alarms, lighting, heating, fans, pumps and emergency power systems; installs aboveground and underground duct work and cabling; and may supervise the work of one or more subordinates engaged in less skilled tasks. Considerable independent judgement is exercised in dealing with technical work problems involving the installation, repair and maintenance of electrical systems. Assignments are outlined in general terms by a supervisor who checks the work during progress and upon completion and the attainment of desired results. Performs related work as required.
Qualifications include completion of Grade 12, supplemented by the completion of a recognized Trade Certificate of Qualification – Electrician plus considerable experience at the journeyperson level; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Thorough knowledge of the statutes, bylaws, rules, regulations and policies applicable to civic facilities operations and the Canadian Electrical Code. Ability to perform a variety of skilled electrical tasks with minimal supervision. Ability to operate a truck, lifts (such as scissor, boom, bucket truck), a variety of small hand tools and electrical testing equipment. Ability to assign and supervise the work of staff. A Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia and Certificate of Qualification-Electrician are required.
Please apply online by August 20, 2025.
Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx_wú7mesh (Squamish), s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), and k?ik?????m Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.
