Journeyman Electrician

Calgary, AB
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 4+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Journeyman Electrician will perform installation and maintenance tasks including streetlight work, power distribution, and temporary power setups. They are responsible for operating heavy equipment, troubleshooting electrical issues, and ensuring all maintenance records are kept in accordance with contractual requirements.

Job details

BUILD YOUR CAREER AT BLACK & MCDONALD With a solid foundation, anything is possible. Building something from nothing is in your blood, and it’s in ours too. It’s why we choose to do meaningful work that transforms the world we live in. Like you, we can’t wait to get our hands on exciting, diverse projects that make a difference in our communities. We’re constantly growing (it’s kind of our thing) and we depend on every member of our talented teams to get us even further. You can depend on steady, long-term access to high-quality projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. At Black & McDonald, we strive to provide our people with endless opportunities to learn, grow and leave their mark on an exciting industry. ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY Black & McDonald’s Western Utilities team is growing, and are part of the IBEW Local 424 Electrical Union. If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you. Working on various sites around Edmonton AB and typically reporting directly to the Site Supervisor. Their primary focus is the installation and maintenance tasks with various electrical tasks including streetlight, power distribution and temp power. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Identifies and tests equipment, electronic devices, and electrical equipment Must have recent Streetlight work experience including terminate streetlight poles Operating digger truck to set poles as required. Troubleshooting electrical issues Pull cable and wiring Assist with the installations, setting and framing of pole bases, pull boxes, and streetlights Provides lead direction in setting up, installing and initiating the operations and servicing of equipment at a field site Read and understand single line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, and drawings Placing conduit and different types of cables Installing underground and overhead cables and conduit Maintains records of all maintenance activities in accordance with contractual requirements Assist in other related duties as required, including scheduling, logistics, quality performance monitoring, etc. COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen) Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing) Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others) Customer Focus (understands the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers) Holds Self and Others Accountable (takes personal responsibility to meet commitments) Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions) Teamwork and Collaboration (works cooperatively and collaboratively with others) Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity) WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 4 or more years’ experience as a ticketed journeyman Recent Streetlight experience SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Advanced knowledge and understanding of reading wiring diagrams and schematics and operating electronic tools and test equipment Ability to enter aerial bucket and operate at heights ranging from 3-15 meters in compliance with equipment safety standards Experience working from vehicle mounted aerial device is an asset Ability to prioritize work, complete multiple tasks and work under deadlines Good interpersonal skills Ability to comply with the company standard practice as it applies to field assignments Willing and able to travel to sites Valid Alberta Driver’s Class 5 License (Class 1 and 3 would be an asset) CSTS Fall Protection and Working at Heights Tickets Red Seal Journeyman Electrician Ability and willingness to join Local 424 Union Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Red Seal Journeyman Electrician certification and have at least 4 years of experience, including recent work with streetlights. Essential requirements include a valid Class 5 driver's license, CSTS certification, and the ability to work at heights.