Electrician - Maintenance and Operations

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 225740Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre Department: FMS Plant Maintenance CEHType of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3%) x 1 Union: CUPE Support PositionPosting Closing Date: 2-Sep-26About the Opportunity Reporting to the Maintenance & Operations Assistant Manager, the Electrician contributes to the safe and effective operations of Nova Scotia Health facilities by providing a full range of electrical services respecting the day-to-day maintenance and project-related activities for the facilities. The Electrician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of all existing, new, or renovated electrical systems and related equipment within the Nova Scotia Health facilities. This position may require travel to work at other sites. The Electrician may perform other duties as required.About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Valid Nova Scotia Journeyperson Electrican Certification Demonstrated knowledge in maintenance repair and installation of all types of electrical systems and new equipment Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and Safety Codes Valid training in the following will be considered an asset: WHMIS, Confined Space Awareness, Fall Protection, Arc Flash Training, First Aid, Lock & Tag Out, Infection Control Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Casual relief position; no guaranteed hours Compensation and Benefits $32.79 – $38.55 hourly What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

The Electrician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment within Nova Scotia Health facilities. They contribute to safe and effective operations by providing a full range of electrical services for both day-to-day maintenance and project-related activities.

Candidates must hold a valid Nova Scotia Journeyperson Electrician Certification and possess demonstrated knowledge of electrical systems and the Canadian Electrical Code. Additional training in safety protocols such as WHMIS, Fall Protection, and Lock & Tag Out is considered an asset.

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• Electrical maintenance
• Installation
• Repair
• Canadian Electrical Code
• Safety codes
• Troubleshooting
• Project-related activities
• Facility operations
• Fall Protection
• First Aid
• Disabilities
• Electrical Codes
• Electrical Systems
• French Language
• Innovation
• Infection Control
• Operations
• Safety Codes
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems

• Trades
• Healthcare
• Engineering
• Electrician/Maintenance Supervisor
• Electrician
• Building and Related Electricians
• Electricians

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 3, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week