Roles and Responsibilities 

• Assist with the installation and termination of conduit, wiring, cabling, electrical equipment, panels, sensors and basic control components under the direction of a Journeyperson or Supervisor. 

• Perform pre‑apprenticeship‑level electrical tasks in accordance with applicable drawings, specifications and work procedures. 

• Assist with testing installed, repaired or modified electrical equipment to verify proper operation and report findings to supervision. 

• Support routine maintenance activities, including cleaning, lubrication and basic upkeep of electrical equipment as required. 

• Assist in identifying electrical materials, tools and equipment requirements and support the preparation of material take‑offs. 

• Monitor electrical parts and materials usage and report any shortages, discrepancies or material issues to supervision. 

• Participate in preventative and predictive maintenance planning by assisting with schedule preparation and documentation under supervision. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Basic understanding of electrical fundamentals, including voltage, current, resistance and simple circuits. 

• Knowledge of basic lockout/tagout principles and electrical isolation. 

• Awareness of electrical safety practices and hazard recognition.  

• General awareness of the purpose and role of the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC) and applicable standards. 

• Ability to identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions or quality concerns. 

• Familiarity with reading basic drawings, schematics and work instructions. 

• Knowledge of proper housekeeping and material handling practices. 

• Basic math skills applicable to trade work (measurement, layout, material counts). 

• Ability to work effectively under direct supervision and apply feedback to improve skills and performance. 

• Willingness to learn and develop foundational electrical skills, including maintaining awareness of relevant codes, safety practices, tools and evolving electrical technologies. 

• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑pressure production environment while effectively managing multiple competing priorities. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships. 

Education and Work Experience 

• High School Diploma or equivalent. 

• Completion of, or enrollment in, an electrical pre‑apprenticeship, trade readiness or related technical training program is considered an asset. 

• Willingness and eligibility to register as an Apprentice Electrician with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) when qualified. 

• Mechanical, construction or industrial labour experience is considered an asset. 

• Introductory knowledge of electrical tools, materials and equipment used in manufacturing environments is an asset. 

• Familiarity with basic electrical testing is an asset. 

Working Conditions 

• Required to work in a manufacturing environment that may involve exposure to noise, moving machinery, varying temperatures and other production‑related hazards. 

• Required to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials and excessive noise levels in the workplace. 

• Must have the physical ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 lbs. 

• Must have the ability to stand for extended periods throughout each shift. 

• Manual dexterity is required to effectively operate tools and equipment. 

• Overtime may be available occasionally with work volume. 

• Communication is primarily conducted within the assigned work team and with the Team Lead/Production Supervisor.