Electrical Journeyperson

BGIS•Saint John, NB

17d

About The Position

BGIS-ITS is an advanced heating, ventilation & air conditioning (HVAC) and building automation systems (BAS) service and installation company for facilities large and small. Our unique portfolio of projects qualifies us to service a wide range of clients in various market sectors such as institutional, healthcare, commercial and industrial. We enable our clients to reduce energy and operating costs while improving occupant comfort. Through our shared values, we focus on building a sustainable future, diversity and belonging, and providing continuous learning and development. We are seeking skilled Journeyman and Electrical Apprentices to join our growing team. We specialize in new construction builds and the maintenance, repair and installation of electrical systems in accordance with current electrical codes and customer specifications. We promote working safely and efficiently, with a keen eye on keeping customer’s equipment running well.

Requirements

Certificate of Qualification as a registered Electrical Apprentice in the NSAA, www.nsapprenticeship.ca [http://www.nsapprenticeship.ca] is required
Minimum of 2 years of trade experience (apprenticeship included)
Knowledge of Nova Scotia Electrical Safety Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation required
Self-motivated, and willing to learn
Work well independently and be a team player
Good writing and verbal communication skills
Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
Valid Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Building Automation Controls experience
Fire Alarm experience
Experience in Class 1 Division 1

Responsibilities

Cut, thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings
Pull wire and cable through conduits, position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels, and fuse enclosures, install single and multi-wire cables above and underground, install data cabling, and install and maintain fiber optic and signaling systems
Work in the full range of environmental conditions: including outside in all weather
Install fixtures and devices for industrial applications and systems
Perform well with mechanical ability and a thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity, circuitry, and power distribution systems, and familiarity with the materials and techniques of construction
Safely troubleshoot repairs logically and efficiently