Electrical apprentice Jobs in Fort Saskatchewan, AB

Draw Energy is a trusted partner for the oil and gas industry across Western Canada, specializing in electrical and instrumentation services that support reliable, safe, and productive operations. As part of the Trotter & Morton Group of Companies, we bring the strength of nearly a century of construction and industrial expertise to every project.

From EPC projects to operational upgrades and ongoing maintenance, our team delivers the expertise needed to keep facilities efficient and secure. At Draw Energy, we know our strength comes from our people.

As we continue to grow, we are exploring the establishment of a new presence in Northern Alberta, with potential locations including Edmonton, Fort Saskatchewan, or Bonnyville. We are currently seeking an Area Manager to play a key role in supporting this expansion and helping shape our regional operations.

What's In It For You

• Competitive pay rates
• Extensive benefit plan
• Inclusive and engaging work environment
• RRSP contributions
• Fun company events and barbeques

Roles and Responsibilities

• Developing and maintaining client and stakeholder relationships.
• Provide leadership necessary to set the standard of project service delivery
• Ensuring construction work is consistently accurate, of a high quality in accordance with project specifications, scheduled and completed to meet project deliverables
• Oversee ongoing development and consistent application of construction and project management processes
• Drive business development opportunities
• Lead/assist with project proposals/bidding, includes oversight of the estimating and big process management up through final bid review and approval
• Provide direction to the Electrical team, including establishing goals and training requirements, recruitment, performance evaluations, succession planning and mentoring • Foster team work among company personnel and promote continuous improvement
• Conduct project reviews to monitor project performance including cost, progress, availability of personnel, equipment requirements, job morale, adequacy of work force and subcontractor performance. Provide guidance and coaching as required including negotiating and approving change orders, and handling escalated billing/collection issues
• Actively participates in the development of safe work practices; leads in the advancement of Safety initiatives; provides strong support to Trotter & Morton’s Safety Program, including strong management of non-compliance. Will take a proactive role working with the Safety Coordinator
• Identifies equipment requirements for electrical construction projects, participating in annual budget requests, maintenance programs and dispositions. Working closely with the Tool Crib Manager to insure the best ROI on equipment assets
• For specific projects undertake the hands-on project management
• Collaborate with peers (management team) to ensure effective delivery of service and consistent management philosophy
• Participate in industry activities, staying abreast of emerging technologies or construction techniques, new equipment, material and tools
• Monitor the ongoing development and effectiveness of the QA/QC program
• Ongoing, timely communication to the President and Vice-President on major issues and challenges as well as the performance status against the project business plan
• Perform duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Professional, approachable and customer-service oriented • Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
• Good mathematical and analytical skills
• Ability to prioritize workloads and utilize planning & time management skills to adhere to strict deadlines
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to lead and foster a positive work environment • Ability to accurately estimate electrical work
• Ability to understand and communicate advanced electrical concepts
• Advanced computer skills (MS Office, Project and Access)

Required Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience required, within construction
• Proven ability in leadership and management of field staff (minimum 10 years experience) in electrical construction/project management
• Completion of an Electrical Engineering Degree or CET or Trade Certificate
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with a wide spectrum of people
• Entrepreneurial approach and the ability to take on challenges in a changing environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives
• Positive attitude, strong client focus and results driven

Additional Requirements

• Professional conduct with both internal and external customers
• Demonstrate a commitment to all facets of the role; working towards achievement of the company goals and objectives
• Awareness of policies and procedures and fellow team members within the organization Travel may be required
• Job sites may be local or out-of-town
• Position may be on a job site

We firmly believe our employees are our best assets and we are committed to providing ongoing training and support to allow them to reach their full potential. Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an industry-leader in safety, and we strive for an incident-free workplace in all aspects of our operations. If you have a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, apply today and build a rewarding career as a member of our high-performing team.

Our Commitment to Diversity

The Trotter & Morton Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to hiring talented, qualified professionals without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground and to providing an environment without discrimination.

Every effort is made to provide fair and equal employment and development opportunities and to ensure that our policies regarding hiring, compensation, promotions, and transfers are based solely on skills and capabilities, job requirements, job performance, and other job-related criteria.

We thank all applicants in advance, however, we will only contact candidates selected for an interview.

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