Electrician

Halifax, NS
On-site
Posted Oct 27, 2026
1 position

$33.57 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Install, repair, and maintain campus electrical equipment and systems, including motors, panels, wiring, conduits, and fire alarms. Perform preventive maintenance, recommend system upgrades, and complete all work in compliance with applicable safety laws, electrical codes, and university and government regulations.

Job details

Position Details Position Information Position Title Electrician Department/Unit Facilities Management Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Posting Number FM121-26 Employee Group NSGEU Local 99 Position Type Regular, On-Going Duration of Contract (if applicable) Employment Type Full Time Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0 Rate $33.57 per hour Classification Electrician About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that’s celebrating 200 years of academic excellence in 2018. Job Summary The incumbent is responsible to perform electrical related work on campus. Key Responsibilities Installs, repairs and maintains electrical devices such as but not limited to motors, motor controls, panels, branch circuits and variable speed drives Installs low voltage and data wiring Installs and maintains fire alarm systems Bends, assembles and installs conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated electrical equipment Makes recommendations for upgrading electrical systems based on best economical/professional judgement Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, Canadian Electrical Code, as well as University and Government rules and regulations Maintains a clean work environment Performs other duties as required Note Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus. Required Qualifications Valid Construction Electrician certificate of qualification as recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Education. Red Seal Designation an asset. Completion of certified trades school program preferred Five years recent and related journeyperson experience in construction and/or maintenance in a commercial or institutional environment on voltages up to 600 VAC . Communication Cabling Specialist certification an asset Experience with addressable and non-addressable fire alarm systems an asset Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, Canadian Electrical Code, as well as University and Government rules and regulations Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and equipment specifications Ability to take direction Reliable and punctual Good communication and organizational skills Must be willing and able to work overtime and respond to after-hours calls as required Ability to work at heights Familiarity with microcomputers preferred Knowledge of the tools of the trade Ability to direct others in a foreperson capacity an asset General safety, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lock Out / Tag Out, Arc Flash and WHMIS training an asset Assets Additional Information Application Consideration Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 10/26/2026 Close Date 11/01/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/22420

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Requirements

Requires a valid Construction Electrician certificate of qualification recognized by Nova Scotia and five years of recent journeyperson experience in commercial or institutional construction or maintenance, working with voltages up to 600 VAC. A certified trades school program is preferred; Red Seal designation, communication cabling certification, fire alarm experience, safety training, and foreperson experience are assets.