North America Construction 1993 Ltd. - NAC Constructors
Electrical Apprentice
Electrical·Posted on Nov 12·
Full-timeInnisfil, ON, CanadaNo salary listedIn-person
About the Job
Requirements
Previous experience working in the construction industry.
Personal tools are required.
A valid driver's license is required.
Working at Heights training is required.
Experience with cable pulls is required.
Ability to read blueprints and drawings is required.
Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in the field are required, including for control termination and instrumentation installation wiring.
Experience working with rigid steel conduit, cable tray, high-voltage systems, EMT conduit, and motor controls is required.
Knowledge of the safe operation of tools and workplace safety procedures is required.
Responsibilities
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures using appropriate hand tools and power tools.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
Inspect electrical systems, apparatus, and components using test equipment and hand tools to identify hazards or locate breakdown causes, correct problems, and ensure compliance with codes.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Plan the layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on job specifications and local codes.
Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Use and maintain all tools safely.
Respect and respond to direction given.
Perform other related duties, including minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed personal limitations.
Desired Qualifications
Similar experience with control termination and instrumentation installation wiring is helpful.
North America Construction (1993) Ltd. – NAC Constructors Ltd. (NAC) is well known for our expertise in water and wastewater construction across Canada. Our self-performing team of almost 500 skilled professionals and experts in trades and engineering, comprehensively handles projects, from conceptualization to delivery. We also have extensive experience in fields such as civil, structural, process mechanical, building mechanical, electrical and instrumentation work. At NAC, our priority is to maintain the highest level of quality and safety. The depth of our resources is evident in the variety of projects we construct; from water filtration to wastewater treatment; dams to ethanol; we build it all….and more!
NAC is currently seeking an Electrical Apprentice (Level 2+) to join our Lakeshore Waste Water Treatment Plant project in Innisfil, ON.
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Electrical Superintendent, electricians read and interpret electrical, mechanical, and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layout. They cut, thread, bend, assemble, and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings. They pull wire and cable through conduits, position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels, and fuse enclosures, install single and multi-wire cables above and underground, install data cabling, and install and maintain fibre-optic and signalling systems. This position requires knowledge of the heavy construction industry. Specifically the practices, procedures, techniques, tools and equipment, materials, specifications, quality control and safety associated with this industry.
Job Description:
Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, apparatus, and fixtures, using appropriate hand tools and power tools.
Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
Inspect electrical systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to identify hazards or locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem and ensure compliance with codes.
Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications and local codes.
Direct and train workers to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
Work with and maintain all tools in a safe manner.
Respect and respond to direction given.
Perform other related duties, including minor duties of other trades where certification is not required and the work does not exceed own limitations.
Requirements:
Previous experience working in the construction industry
Personal Tools
Valid Drivers License
Working at Heights Training
Experience with cable pulls
Ability to read blueprints and drawings
Strong communications skills and willingness to learn in the field, for control termination and instrumentation installation wiring, with similar experience is helpful
Experience working with rigid steel conduit, cable tray, high voltage systems, EMT conduit, motor controls
Knowledge of safe operation of tools and workplace safety procedures
NAC Offers:
Competitive compensation
Opportunities for career growth, development and advancement, including financial assistance
Comprehensive benefit plan (dental, vision, health, etc.)
Employee & Family Assistance Program
Excellent company matched pension plan
Registered Retirement Savings Plans
Additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Community involvement opportunities
Friendly working environment
Numerous team activities and various company events
NAC is committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals to achieve their goals. If you feel that you need accommodations during the recruitment and selection process because of illness/disability, please contact Human Resources for further information