The Bouchier Group is comprised primarily of Bouchier Contracting Ltd. and Bouchier Site Services Ltd., with its Head Office based in Fort McKay, Alberta. We are an Aboriginal owned and operated company that currently employs a workforce of more than 800 individuals.

In operation since 1998, we provide a variety of services to the Athabasca Oil Sands Region and have a presence on many of the major Oil Sands Mine Sites including Canadian Natural Resources Ltd. (Horizon Oil Sands), Imperial Oil (Kearl Oil Sands Project), Suncor Energy Inc. (Fort Hills, Firebag, & McKay River), Shell Canada Energy (Shell Albian Sands), and Cenovus (Telephone Lake). In addition, we are now providing services to The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. The Bouchier Group is one of the leading First Nations Companies with-in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo that provides construction, maintenance, and general site services.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow procedures as defined in the CEC (Canadian Electrical Code)
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Test electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, and oscilloscopes, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as power construction equipment, measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, ammeters, and test lamps.
• Install ground leads and connect power cables to equipment, such as motors.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Place conduit (pipes or tubing) inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
• Read and interpret electrical, mechanical and architectural drawings and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts
• Cut, thread, bend, assemble and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings
• Position, maintain and install distribution and control equipment such as switches, relays, circuit breaker panels and fuse enclosures
• Install and maintain fibre optic systems
• May train apprentices

Education & Experience:

• Hold a valid Alberta Journeyman Ticket or Red Seal Certification. Must be an Alberta-certified journeyperson or someone who holds a recognized related trade certificate
• 3 years or more experience in a similar role
• Previous oil and construction industry experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Valid CSTS and OSSA (Oil Sands Safety Association) orientation would be an asset
• Good communication skills including reading skills
• Ability to distinguish colours to work with colour-coded wiring
• Ability to work in high places
• Ability to get along well with co-workers
• Ability to do precision work

The Bouchier Group is pleased to offer competitive wages, a Health and Dental Benefit Package as well as a group Registered Pension Plan. 

 Application Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: until filled

Please send your cover letter and resume addressed to:

Attention: Human Resources Recruiter

Position Title: Journeyman Electrician

Via: Apply on Line: www.bouchier.ca 

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The Bouchier Group would like to thank all applicants who apply to our postings. Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted directly. No Phone Calls Please.