Electrician

Trades - Electrician

Trades - ElectricianRequisition ID: 47451 OrganizationVancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world?s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC?s Top Employers and Canada?s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.Main Purpose & Function The Electrician will perform a variety of skilled shop and field duties at the journeyperson level entailing the installation, repair and maintenance of facilities, street lighting and traffic signal systems. The successful candidate will perform skilled electrical and related tasks in accordance with established trade practices and may supervise the work of subordinates performing less complex related tasks. Some phases of the duties may bemore complex and difficult entailing the use of independent judgment in determining methods and procedures in solving unusual and complex problems related to re-lamping of street lighting fixtures; replacing street lighting poles and fixtures; installing, maintaining or upgrading traffic control signals; responding to traffic control signal malfunctions; responding to Motor Vehicle Accidents involving the City's electrical plant. This is a shift position including evenings, weekends and weekdays with a paid shift differential. The successful candidate may be required to adjust shifts and change locations as operationally required and in accordance with the Collective Agreement.Specific Duties & Responsibilities Performs electrical maintenance, installation and construction of a wide variety of equipment including industrial control systems, power distribution equipment, high voltage equipment and generators. Performs general commercial-level electrical maintenance and installation in City buildings, which may include telephone and data cabling, battery chargers, UPS's, small equipment repairs, lighting and sound systems. Ensures a high degree of accuracy in performing tasks according to instructions, and receives written and verbal assignments; which may be accompanied by sketches or blueprints. Maintains accurate records of maintenance and ongoing tasks. Performs other duties as required.QualificationsEducation and Experience: Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the Electrical Trades. Interprovincial certificate in Electrical Trades (Red Seal) or BC Trades Qualification in the Electrical Trade. Experience with traffic signal, street lighting, installation and maintenance, including experience in an industrial, electrical or commercial work environment is an asset. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, materials and equipment used supplemented by considerable experience in the electrical trade. Experience in working with sewer and water pump stations is considered an asset. Demonstrated knowledge of the hazards and proper safety aspects of the trade, and the ability to work onaerial lift trucks is required. Ability to handle the physical aspects of the position and work in inclement weather when necessary is of operational importance. Ability to operate hand tools, vehicles and heavy equipment. Demonstrated ability to work alone with minimal supervision and in a team. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to read and int