Electrician Jobs in Cape Breton, NS

Electricians handle the preparation, installation, maintenance and repairing of electrical wiring and related devices and equipment in buildings and other structures. Job Duties : Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations Pull wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors Install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment Install, replace and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, following installation, replacement or repair Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components Connect electrical power to audio and visual communication equipment, signalling devices and heating and cooling systems Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records. Requirements : Completion of secondary school is required. Completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent experience in the trade. Trade certification for construction electricians is mandatory in most provinces. Experience is required. Powered by JazzHR