J/Field Electrician

Job summary

The field electrician is responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Caterpillar generator sets and associated electrical distribution systems. The role requires working independently at various customer sites to ensure equipment operates to high technical and safety standards.

Job details

Company: Finning Canada Number of Openings: 4 Worker Type: Permanent Position Overview: Finning Canada is seeking a Journeyperson Electrician/HET to join our Power & Energy service team, supporting Caterpillar (CAT) generator systems across a variety of customer sites and industries. This role is primarily responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting/repairs of CAT generator sets, battery energy storage systems, electrical distribution/control systems, and compressed air products. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently in a field based environment while representing Finning and Caterpillar to the highest standard. What’s In It For You: •Wage $55.84 ($50.25/hr during probation) •$2.55 field premium when working at a remote minesite, $3.55 field premium when dispatched out of a local branch •Dual ticket premium $3.25/hour • Shift: 7x7 or 14x14 Continuous shift. All hours worked on Sundays paid at double-time •Up to $1,000 travel assist per 28 day rotation • Paid Time Off in Year 1: Vacation, and Sick • Pension; with 6% Employee min. contribution, 1.00% Finning match • Employee Share Purchase; 6% voluntary, 2% Finning match • Employer paid medical benefits • CAT certified training: Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning Job Description: Major Job Functions: Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets (diesel and natural gas) Perform electrical work on: Generator controls (EMCP/ECS platforms) Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) Switchgear and distribution equipment Paralleling and load‑sharing systems Control Systems Read and interpret Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and single line diagrams Functional testing and verification Load bank testing Perform mechanical work on: Large Diesel and Nat. Gas engines Air Compressors Qualifications: Journeyperson Electrician Certification (Red Seal preferred) HET Certification; (Apprentices will be considered) or, Willing to pursue apprenticeship Electrical Safety Training – Arc Flash and Shock (CSAZ462) FSRA or FSRB credential would be considered an asset Proven experience working on generators or power systems Experience with: Generator installation and commissioning Natural Gas & Diesel Engine systems ATS and emergency power systems Electrical troubleshooting in industrial environments Power Generation experience would be considered an asset Generator Rebuild experience would be considered an asset Heavy Duty Mechanical experience or certification would be considered an asset Team player capable of working with minimal supervision, in challenging conditions Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail Valid class 5 driver’s license with a successful recent drivers abstract Note: A skills assessment may be required during the application/review process Union Membership: You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement. At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.

What you’ll do

The field electrician is responsible for the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Caterpillar generator sets and associated electrical distribution systems. The role requires working independently at various customer sites to ensure equipment operates to high technical and safety standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Journeyperson Electrician certification, with Red Seal and HET certification preferred. Proven experience in power generation, electrical troubleshooting, and a valid driver's license are required for this field-based position.

Benefits

• Vacation
• Sick leave
• Pension plan
• Employee share purchase plan
• Medical benefits
• CAT certified training
• Travel assistance

Listed skills

• Technical Documentation · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Electrical troubleshooting
• Generator maintenance
• Commissioning
• Installation
• Switchgear
• Control systems
• Load bank testing
• Electrical schematics
• Diesel engines
• Natural gas engines
• Automatic transfer switches
• Industrial electrical work
• Safety compliance
• Technical documentation
• Field service
• Natural Gas
• Electrical/Electronic Troubleshooting
• Generator Installation
• Generator Control System
• Electrical Safety
• Energy Storage Systems
• Time Off Management
• Valid Driver's License
• Arc Flash
• Emergency Power Systems
• Communication
• Compressed Air
• Control Systems
• Diesel Engines
• Disabilities
• Electric Power Distribution
• Functional Testing
• One-Line Diagram
• Electric Power Systems
• Systems Controls
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Wiring Diagram
• Network Switches
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Trades
• Energy
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Field Electrician
• Electrician
• Building and Related Electricians
• Electricians

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