Certified Electrician

Competition Number: 25099

Category: Engineering and Public Works

Job Title: Certified Electrician

Department: Engineering - Public Works - Street Operations

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time position (CUPE Local 2011)

Salary: $42.61/hr and an excellent benefits package.

Posted Date: April 10, 2025

Closing Date: May 6, 2025

Last Modified: April 10, 2025, 11:30 am

Status: Open

Description:

The District of Saanich is seeking an experienced journeyman electrician for trades work in Street Operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for electrical installation, maintenance and repair of traffic signals, streetlights, phone and data lines, municipal buildings and capital work.

Requirements include minimum grade 12 or equivalent; Certificate of Electrical Apprenticeship and Electrical Trades Qualification Certificate; four years of experience which includes; Certificate of Electrical Apprenticeship and Electrical Trades Qualification Certificate and Electrical Field Safety Representative; Electrical Field Safety Representative designation (FSR-B); Arc Flash Awareness training; valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence with air endorsement and must be fit to perform work in all weather conditions.  Candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The successful candidate will be required to work Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted.   We thank all applicants for applying. Only those under consideration will be contacted.

Important Information:

The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences.  If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence accessibilityHR@saanich.ca