Electrician

Located in Norman Wells and reporting to the Senior Electrician, this position is responsible for performing electrical inspections, servicing and repairs on some 300 plus Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) assets in up to 13 different regional communities and several other remote sites including Mile 222 - Sahtu Trail. This position completes and/or manages approx. 1300 work orders per year at an approximate value of $400,000.

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of electrical systems, electronic components, boiler, HVAC and other healing and building control systems, the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA and UL codes and guidelines, the GBP and the NWT Safely Regulations in order to recognize electrical hazards and complete all repairs and installations safely and in accordance with the electrical code.
Ability to diagnose faulty equipment, troubleshoot and make repairs.
Ability to communicate effectively with apprentices, other trades, contractors, suppliers, factory technical staff, designers, engineers and managers to ensure that installation, repairs and operational functionality are achieved efficiently and effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients in order to coordinate equipment and facility downtime, arrange appropriate times for accessing buildings, and performing work and training on new equipment and systems such as security systems etc.
Must have the ability to train and mentor apprentices and other helper positions.
Ability to keep records in order to document work performed on assets and ensure an adequate supply of materials are on hand to complete work.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
Certification as a Red Seal lnter-provincial Journeyman Electrician; and,
Five (5) years of directly related experience in both electrical and electronics systems.

GNWT Inquiries

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If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.

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Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Trade Requirements

A mandatory requirement for this position is a Interprovincial Red Seal in Journeyman Electrician.

Driver's License Requirement

A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening  # 27413

Closing Date:
Janaury 20, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $45.34 per hour (approximately $94,307.20. per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $20,878.00.

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