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Journeyperson Electrician (Substation Construction)Valard • Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
Journeyperson Electrician (Substation Construction)

Journeyperson Electrician (Substation Construction)

Valard • Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$45.00 hourly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our Substation group is currently looking to add Journeyperson Electricians to our growing team.

Reporting to the Substation Construction Foreman, the Journeymen Electrician will support the upgrade of a high-voltage 230kV Substation for Hydro One and work within a live substation, ensuring construction is executed effectively and safely.

Please Note: We are looking for resources for a site outside of Thunder Bay, ON. LOA available for those who qualify. Schedule is 10 hours days (Regular time Pay); 8 days on / 6 days off (from Wednesday to Wednesday) with a 0700 AM Start.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Oversee the installation Steel and commissioning of medium and High Voltage (HV) equipment including setting steel supports (gantries, H-frames), transformers, circuit breakers, and switchgear
  • Conduct high-voltage terminations and grounding focusing on structural integrity and electrical safety
  • Perform substation steel erection, cable tray building, cable trench, bus installation
  • Handle cable installation for medium and high voltage power distribution systems
  • Terminate medium and high voltage cables, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards
  • Interpret medium and high voltage electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams for planning and executing installations and terminations in construction projects
  • Manage 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 attention
  • Ensure that Valard’s equipment and tools are being used in safe and professional manner; the tools are accounted for daily; any defective tools and equipment are tagged out of service and brought to the foremen’s attention
  • Maintain daily diary for record keeping purposes
  • Comply and follow Valard’s Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Work with on-site Safety Advisor to address any safety concerns brought forth by crews and or Client

Requirements

  • 4 years of experience in the construction industry
  • Journeyman / Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal) certification
  • Knowledge of various construction disciplines, safety regulations, and understanding of quality control
  • Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and an understanding of SCADA systems
  • Comprehension of pertinent basic EB & G Principles and lock out / tag out procedures
  • Must hold a Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
  • Employees are required to bring their hand tools as per the agreement
  • PPE required: FR Clothing, Hard hat, Safety Glasses, Gloves

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

  • Expertise in medium and high voltage electrical systems, particularly in construction settings and cable terminations
  • Experience in medium-to-high-voltage substation construction

This project will be on a unionized worksite. Candidates must be willing to join Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW).

Project orientation & Hydro One Station Safety Awareness training will be required prior to getting on-site (each is an online course).

Benefits

This position offers an hourly rate from $45 - $50, depending on skills and experience.

Benefits are provided by Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW).

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. 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.

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