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Industrial Electrician

  • Surrey, BC
  • On-site
  • Posted Aug 19, 2026
  • 1 position

$32–$46 / hour

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Industrial Electrician will diagnose, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, power distribution equipment, and temporary power solutions. This role involves working both in the shop and in the field to support customer project installations and demobilizations.

Job details

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition. We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees. As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities! Job Description Summary Sunbelt Rentals is hiring an Industrial Electrician to support our growing Power & HVAC division in Alberta. In this role, you’ll diagnose, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, power distribution equipment, and temporary power solutions—working in the shop and in the field to assist with cusomter project installations and demobilizations. Most of the travel will be local within Metro Vancouver. What You’ll Work On Our specialized fleet includes: Industrial power distribution systems Generators and temporary power solutions Electrical control panels and switchgear Industrial heaters and HVAC electrical systems Pumps and related support equipment Diesel engines and associated electrical controls What You’ll Do Perform advanced diagnostics and repairs on: Power generation equipment and generators Electrical distribution systems and switchgear Industrial control systems, PLCs, and VFDs Temporary power setups and job site systems Troubleshoot complex electrical and control system issues Complete preventive maintenance to maximize uptime and safety Work independently as a field technician across multiple customer sites Ensure all work complies with electrical codes, safety, and environmental standards Support commissioning and setup of temporary power and equipment installations What We’re Looking For Industrial Electrician experience in commercial or industrial settings Journeyperson Industrial Electrician certification (Red Seal required) Strong knowledge of: Power generation systems PLCs, VFDs, and electrical controls Troubleshooting electrical systems in the field Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical drawings Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently Valid driver’s license and personal hand tools Experience with generators, diesel engines, HVAC electrical systems, or pumps is considered an asset. Why Sunbelt Rentals? We take care of our people with: Competitive wages Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision) RRSP matching Paid vacation & sick time Safety boot reimbursement & tool allowance Tuition & training assistance (up to $5,200) Strong career growth paths — lead tech, foreman, service manager, or branch leadership Base Pay Range 31.80 - 45.72 Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. Please visit https://www.sunbeltrentals.com/careers/ for more information on our benefits and to join our Talent Network. Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance Enhanced Vacation Time based on Years of Service & 5 Paid Sick Days Leading wages Tuition Reimbursement RRSP Matching Tool and Boot Allowance Career development and advancement Employee Assistance Program Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply. If a current Sunbelt Rentals employee has referred you for an employment opportunity please notify them that you are applying for this position. In order for the employee to get a referral bonus they need to contact their regional recruiter.

What you’ll do

The Industrial Electrician will diagnose, maintain, and repair industrial electrical systems, power distribution equipment, and temporary power solutions. This role involves working both in the shop and in the field to support customer project installations and demobilizations.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Red Seal Journeyperson Industrial Electrician certification and possess strong knowledge of power generation, PLCs, and electrical controls. The ability to read schematics, troubleshoot complex systems, and work independently is essential.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • RRSP matching
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • Safety boot reimbursement
  • Tool allowance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Career development

Listed skills

  • Problem solving · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Industrial electrical systems
  • Power distribution
  • Generators
  • Switchgear
  • PLCs
  • VFDs
  • Electrical controls
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Schematic reading
  • Technical drawing interpretation
  • Problem-solving
  • HVAC electrical systems
  • Diesel engines
  • Pumps
  • Electrical codes
  • Hand Tools
  • Power Distribution
  • Valid Driver's License
  • HVAC
  • Control Engineering
  • Control Systems
  • Diesel Engines
  • Electric Power Distribution
  • Electrical Codes
  • Electricity Generation
  • Electrical Systems
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • On-The-Job Training
  • Industrial Control Systems
  • Technical Drawing
  • Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
  • Commissioning

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Construction
  • Engineering
  • Energy
  • Manufacturing
  • Industrial Electrician
  • Electrician
  • Building and Related Electricians
  • Electricians

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