Power System Electrician

4 months ago


Calgary, Canada Spark Power Full time

Power System Electrician (PSE)

Reporting to the site supervisor, the Power System Electrician (PSE) will be responsible the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical power generation, transmission and distribution systems and equipment.

What will you do as a Power System Electrician (PSE) at Spark Power?

  • Install and maintain electrical equipment and apparatus in generator unit stations, sub stations, collector stations and/or powerhouses.
  • Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and manufacturer specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations, splice, join and connect wire and/or high voltage cable to fixtures and components to form circuits.
  • Install and maintain electrical power distribution equipment such as transformers, generators, voltage regulators, switches, circuit breakers, capacitors, inductors, above/below ground conduit, ground grid, structural steel and fabricate control panels, brackets, and hangers.
  • Inspect and test installed electrical equipment and apparatus to locate electrical faults and check their operation, using volt meters, ammeters and other electrical test instruments and equipment
  • Adhere to all company and client health and safety guidelines and regulations
  • Ensure all electrical installations follow applicable client standards and trade practices.
  • Complete maintenance reports, QA/QC and ensure paperwork is completed timely and legibly.
  • Scope and order material for projects and daily work requirements.
  • Travel to remote locations and work at heights outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
  • Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components.
  • Install, replace, and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels.
  • Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, and if need be, replacing or repair following proper installation guidelines.
  • Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

Do you have the Spark? Here's what we're looking for:

  • Journeyman Electrician and industry related safety certification
  • PSE designation is considered an asset
  • Experience in industrial electrical construction and maintenance
  • A professional and respectful attitude with a strong customer service focus
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to effectively communicate verbally and written
  • Ability to work independently and cohesively within groups
  • Capable of working at various heights. With the ability to stand, crouch and kneel for long periods of time.
  • Knowledge to interpret Canadian electrical code and Alberta Utility Code with a high level of mathematical aptitude
  • Willingness to travel, work in remote job locations and perform shift work.

Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks:

  • Diverse and exciting scope of work
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Excellent benefit package (medical, dental, vision, mental health counselling, employee discount programs, wellness spending account option)
  • RRSP program
  • Employee Share Ownership Program

….and much more

Who is Spark Power?

We provide end-to-end electrical contracting, operations and maintenance services, and energy sustainability solutions to the industrial, commercial, utility, and renewable asset markets.

We have over 1300 employees across 38 offices across North America.

We have numerous exciting projects in commercial, industrial, and institutional sectors across Canada and the US.



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