Electrical Journeyperson

Pacific National Exhibition • Vancouver, BC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) is seeking a diligent, safety-focused, and highly skilled Electrical Journeyperson. This role is responsible for supporting electrical maintenance and facility operations, as well as event operations across Hastings Park. The position involves hands-on trade work, including electrical maintenance, repairs, installations, troubleshooting, temporary power support, and event electrical set-ups/teardowns. All work must be completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant codes and regulations.

Requirements

• Must be a Red Seal Journeyperson Electrician or hold an equivalent provincial Trade Qualification.
• Must hold a valid electrical qualification to perform electrical work in British Columbia.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in commercial, industrial or institutional electrical work is preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of: BC Electrical Code and Technical Safety BC requirements, WorkSafeBC regulations and safe electrical work practices, Lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety requirements.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License, or equivalent, with an acceptable driving record, is required.
• Must be comfortable working an event-based schedule, including evenings, weekends, overnights and holidays as required by operations and event calendars.
• Successful candidates must undergo a Criminal Record Check.

Nice To Haves

• FSR designation is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a complex, multi-building environment such as arenas, stadiums, campuses, amusement parks or large public facilities is strongly preferred.
• Experience in an event, entertainment, or amusement park environment is considered an asset.
• Experience working in a unionized environment, such as IBEW, is an asset.
• Familiarity with CMMS software, such as Limble, and digital work order systems is preferred.
• Equipment operation experience, including scissor lift and boom lift, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical maintenance, repairs, troubleshooting and upgrades on building systems across multiple venues including Pacific Coliseum, Agrodome, Forum, Playland, Freedom Mobile Arch and other PNE facilities, excluding ride electrical systems.
• Support the Electrical Foreperson and electrical team with day-to-day electrical maintenance and event support across Hastings Park.
• Complete assigned work safely, efficiently and in accordance with BC Electrical Code, Technical Safety BC requirements, WorkSafeBC regulations and PNE policies.
• Support event and conversion operations by installing, maintaining and removing temporary power, show power and electrical set-ups/teardowns for concerts, trade shows, sporting events, film shoots, the Fair, Playland, Fright Nights, FIFA and other special events.
• Assist with reviewing event orders, drawings and production requirements; confirm electrical loads, connection points and safety considerations as directed.
• Ensure event electrical equipment and systems are code compliant and meet WorkSafeBC requirements.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks and corrective work and ensure work is accurately documented in the CMMS system, including labor, materials and asset history.
• Participate in regular safety talks, hazard assessments, lockout/tagout procedures and incident reporting; promote and model a strong safety culture.
• Coordinate work with other trades and departments including Mechanical, Carpentry, Conversions, Custodial, Playland Operations and other operational teams to minimize disruption and support smooth event turnarounds.
• Assist external electrical contractors and service providers when required and support the Electrical Foreperson in monitoring work for quality, safety and adherence to PNE standards.
• Provide technical support and input into maintenance, renewal and capital projects as required.
• Respond to electrical service calls, urgent repairs and operational requests across the site.
• Participate in on-call and respond to after-hours emergencies as operational needs require.
• Operate tools and equipment related to electrical maintenance and event electrical support.
• Operate equipment such as scissor lifts, boom lifts and other site equipment as required.
• Ensure housekeeping standards are maintained in electrical rooms, shops and worksites.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunity for free or discounted tickets to shows, events, sports games, and much more
• Staff discounts for Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as all PNE Food Stands
• Flexible work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed