Electrical Apprentice - Building Automation - Controls
- Edmonton, AB
- On-site
- Posted Oct 11, 2026
- 1 position
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The successful candidate will install, repair, and troubleshoot electrical control systems in construction and retrofit environments. Responsibilities include interpreting electrical drawings, pulling wire, and ensuring all work complies with safety regulations and electrical codes.
Job details
If you thrive in a team-oriented workplace that challenges your skills, to drive your career development, embraces diversity and rewards innovation, with competitive pay and great employee programs, join the GDI Ainsworth team today! Job Summary: Install electrical control systems in new and existing buildings including retro fit projects in a construction environment. Working conditions may include restricted movement, dirty environments, hazardous materials, moderate physical duties and working at heights. Key Responsibilities: * Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new and existing installations * Cut, bend, thread and install conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings * Pull wire through conduits and ceiling spaces * Install, replace and repair electrical control equipment such as relays, temperature sensors, actuators and panels. * Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems, remove and replace faulty components * Splice, join and connect wire to components to form complete control systems * Adhere to all company policies and procedures * Perform tasks with minimal supervision and in accordance with Ainsworth Health & Safety policies and procedures * Perform all job functions in a safe and healthful manner, abiding by and in accordance with all applicable Health, Safety and Environmental company policies and government legislation/regulations Qualifications: * Main skill required, Indentured Apprentice in Alberta (1st-4thYear) with conduit experience * High School degree, diploma, or a GED equivalent qualification from a certified college * Knowledge of electrical theory and terminology * Experience with HVAC, building electrical systems and VFD’s an asset * Ability to read and draw simple electrical sketches and schematics * Excellent command of the English Language, both written and oral * Strong attention to detail, ability to execute precision work * Commercial/ Construction installations experience * Class 5 driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract While we appreciate all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. GDI Ainsworth is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified designated group members are encouraged to apply as any reasonable accommodation of qualifications will be considered as per our Accommodation Policy, available upon request. GDI Ainsworth is an integrated multi-trade company, offering an end-to-end services and solutions for all asset maintenance and refurbishment requirements of our customers. We are continually striving to create better and more advanced products as well as provide the highest quality service. We are rapidly growing and need talented professionals to help drive our vision at becoming the best multi-trade company in the country! Join us…. Make a difference. #LI-TP1
What you’ll do
The successful candidate will install, repair, and troubleshoot electrical control systems in construction and retrofit environments. Responsibilities include interpreting electrical drawings, pulling wire, and ensuring all work complies with safety regulations and electrical codes.
Requirements
Applicants must be an indentured electrical apprentice in Alberta with experience in conduit installation. A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a valid Class 5 driver's license and strong attention to detail.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Employee programs
Listed skills
- Troubleshooting · Preferred
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Electrical control systems
- Conduit installation
- Reading electrical schematics
- Troubleshooting
- Wiring
- HVAC systems
- VFDs
- Electrical theory
- Precision work
- Safety compliance
- Wire And Cable Pulling
- Electrical Control Systems
- Working at Heights
- Workplace Inclusivity
- Actuators
- Sensors
- Commercial Construction
- Electrical Theory
- Valid Driver's License
- HVAC
- Construction
- Electrical Wiring
- Circuit Diagrams
- Control Engineering
- Relays
- Control Systems
- Electrical Codes
- Electrical Systems
- English Language
- Innovation
- Pipe Threading
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Team Oriented
- Environment Health And Safety
- Refurbishment
- Electronic Systems
- Drawing Interpretation
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Trades
- Construction
- Energy
- Electrical Apprentice
- Electrician
- Building and Related Electricians
- Electricians
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