Convergint is currently recruiting for a 1st, 2nd or 3rd Year Electrical Apprentice to join our growing team in our Calgary location. As an Electrical Apprentice, you will be responsible for reading and interpreting drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations that are typically less complex. Scope of work includes pulling wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.

Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Electrical Apprentice.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What you’ll do with “Our Training and Your Experience”

• Install conduit inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment such as measuring devices, power tools, and testing equipment.
• Executes all installations under direct supervision adhering to company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Uses basic troubleshooting skills to isolate and fix problems.
• Perform physically demanding tasks such as digging trenches to lay conduit and moving and lifting heavy objects.
• Proactively seeks technical guidance from more experienced staff as needed.
• Keeps up to date and informed on all company policies.
• Executes all work in accordance with Provincial, local regulations, general best practices as well as company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Presents a professional image of Convergint Technologies at all times in appearance and behaviour.
• Acts as “our customer’s best service provider” at all times thereby ensuring Convergint Technologies is the customer’s first choice for service.
• Communicates with and works with the other team members consistently to improve overall operations of the Convergint Technology Center, and company.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

What You’ll Need

• Developing technical skills and experience related to electrical installations that make up the HVAC Building Automation and Security systems we offer our clients.
• Basic mechanical and electrical aptitude (e.g. works with a variety of hand and power tools such as drill, screwdriver, wire stripper, hacksaw, crimper)
• Must be a self-starter and work well with direct supervision.
• Must arrive at work on time and ready to work based on the needs of the business.
• Travel to jobsites is required. There may be occasional overnight travel. Valid driver’s license required.
• Good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic organizational skills and the ability to keep tools and work area tidy.
• Basic computer skills including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook.
• Must have the appropriate tools for the job based on the Convergint Technology tool list requirements.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of previous construction experience preferred.

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all of our colleagues:

• Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Immediate comprehensive benefit plan (medical, dental, etc.)
• Employer contribution to RRSP;
• Work environment committed to safety;
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• And much more…

Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

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