Electrician Apprentice

Electrician Apprentice focuses on supporting the construction of medium and high voltage electrical systems.

What the role involves

• Supporting the construction of medium and high voltage electrical systems.
• Assisting with substation steel erection, cable tray building, and cable trench, bus, HV equipment and steel structure installation.
• Contribute to the installation and commissioning of medium and high voltage transformers, switchgear, and associated equipment.
• Participate in terminating medium and high voltage cables, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Supporting material deliveries and inventorying of materials as per the assigned work fronts, identifying any potential risks and bringing to the Site Supervisors and Foreman’s att.
• Ensure that Valard’s equipment and tools are being used in a safe and professional manner.

Skills and requirements

• Registered, or eligible to register, as an Electrical Apprentice with the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency or Apprenticeship and Occupational Certification New Brunswick.
• Knowledge of construction disciplines, safety regulations.
• Comprehension of pertinent basic Equipotential Bonding and Grounding Principles and of lock out tag out procedures.
• Must hold a Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Candidate fit

• Electrical safety, technical judgement, compliance awareness, and careful workmanship.

Additional role context

• We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.
• We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
• 2 days off at sites in Salisbury, NB.