Electrical Technologist, Entry

20 hours ago


Nisku, Alberta, Canada ATCO Full time

Everyday a new adventure

Location: Nisku, AB 

Are you a recent or upcoming graduate with an Electrical Engineering Technologist Diploma? As an entry level Electrical Technologist at ATCO Electric, you'll dive into a world of hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals. You'll contribute to important tasks like equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and commissioning, both in substations and isolated generation facilities. 

What We Offer:

  • Starting at $2,838.37 bi-weekly

  • 40 hours per week

  • 15 days paid vacation

  • 5 additional paid days off

  • Charitable donation matching

  • Employee share purchase plan

  • Flexible benefits from first day of employment

  • Comprehensive Employee & Family Wellness Program

  • A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and safety.

Why Work Here

Skilled employees at ATCO are offered endless variety. We are entrepreneurial with a large degree of autonomy and freedom, experiencing new situations and learning opportunities every day. Internal advancement is commonplace, and we are always supported in our career journey.

What You Get to Do:

  • Collaborate with skilled professionals to perform maintenance testing on equipment such as protective relays, transformers, circuit breakers, and more.
  • Assist in the construction, installation, and commissioning of equipment, gaining hands-on experience with various components.
  • Participate in commissioning, repairs, and installation of distribution-related equipment, contributing to the reliable operation of power systems.
  • Maintain accurate records of maintenance and installation activities to support ongoing operations.
  • Engage in troubleshooting electrical equipment and systems, assisting in analyzing failures and generating detailed reports.
  • Gain exposure to PLC, RTU, and HMI equipment through troubleshooting and repair tasks.
  • Learn and contribute to tasks like oil and gas filling of power transformers and high voltage equipment.
  • Provide technical support to different groups within the organization, enhancing your understanding of collaborative work environments.
  • Operate and familiarize yourself with various testing equipment used for troubleshooting and maintenance.
  • Develop a strong understanding of safety practices and regulations associated with electrical work.
  • Participate in safety meetings and mandatory training sessions to ensure a safe and productive work environment.

What You Bring:

  • Electrical Engineering Technologist Diploma. 
  • Electrical theory knowledge. 
  • Valid driver's license. 
  • Effective time management and communication skills to excel in a collaborative setting.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability to changing priorities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills. 
  • Knowledge of all applicable safety policies, procedures, regulations. 
  • Environmental awareness with respect to impact of substations and isolated generation facilities.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. 

ATCO Electric is part of ATCO Ltd. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information. 

This position is administered under the ATCO Electric and Canadian Energy Workers Association Collective Agreement, Job Posting Provisions.  


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