Journeyman Electrician (Thunder Bay)

BFG provides end-to-end IT and electrical services across Canada, offering customized solutions that streamline operations and help organizations work more efficiently. From system design and installation to ongoing service and maintenance, we ensure organizations stay connected, efficient, and fully supported.

Role: Responsible for laying out, assembling, installing, testing, troubleshooting and repairing electrical wiring, fixtures, and control devices.

Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations

• Splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits; pull wires through conduits and through holes in walls and floors; install brackets and hangers to support electrical equipment; install, replace, repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays and circuit breaker panels

• Assemble, install, test and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools

• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with code

• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem

• Connect electrical power to audio and visual communication equipment, signalling devices and heating and cooling systems; connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components

• Work in a safe manner, maintaining a safe and organized work area by observing all safety policies and procedures, applying safety training

• Work collaboratively with other team members to achieve common project /site objectives. Always exhibit positive and professional attitude and behaviour.

• Emergency standby generator experience an asset.

• Responsible for materials, tools, and appropriate paperwork.

• Must be able and willing to work nights (will receive a night shift premium)

Qualifications:

• Possess 309A Certification and own tools and personal safety equipment

• Have 5+ years experience working in a retail environment

• Possess and provide proof of a valid Class G driver's licence and produce a clean driver's abstract upon hire

• Must have access to a personal vehicle for independent travel to and from job sites

• Be willing and able to work at heights

• Have valid Health & Safety, Working at Heights, and Elevated Work Platform training.

• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and organize work

• Have excellent customer service and communication skills, and the ability to build collaborative relationships with clients and internal BFG staff