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Service Electrician

Surrey, BC
On-site
Posted Aug 13, 2026
1 position

$47–$51 / 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

Job summary

The Service Electrician will travel to various customer sites to perform planned maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems. They are also responsible for executing equipment installations, commissioning, and maintaining clear communication with clients.

Job details

ABOUT THE COMPANY Uptime Industrial is a leading provider of full-service industrial and commercial equipment repair, upgrades, installation and relocation across North America. As a service provider, our mission is simple - to keep our clients’ businesses running – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our recent growth and continued success stems not only from being highly trained experts in our craft, but also from our most important values: integrity and innovation. These values are a big part of who we are and how we work. We are committed to always doing the right thing for the job, for our customer and most importantly, for our people and each other. To learn more about Uptime Industrial and the core values that shape our company today, visit https://www.uptimeindustrial.com/about/ [https://www.uptimeindustrial.com/about/]. ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Service Electrician role involves a mix of scheduled electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial electrical systems and equipment. This position is well-suited for a Red Seal Electrician. You will be responsible for identifying electrical issues, diagnosing faults, and supporting timely resolution of client concerns. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: * Travel to a variety of customer sites across multiple industries to perform planned electrical maintenance and respond to service calls; * Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems, or coordinate electrical repairs as needed; * Participate in the on-call rotation as required; * Maintain a high standard of customer communication by setting clear expectations and providing updates throughout each job; * Support and execute electrical equipment installations, including start-up, commissioning, pre-start inspections, and handover to the client; * Collaborate with and coordinate third-party vendors and contractors as required for electrical work; * Perform preventative electrical maintenance and troubleshooting in a safe and efficient manner to minimize downtime; * Work with panels, motors, drives, PLCs, VFDs, transformers, and associated electrical components. WHAT YOU BRING The ideal candidate is a skilled Service Electrician who enjoys the variety and challenge of commercial and industrial service work. You thrive in environments where no two days are the same and enjoy working across different facilities, equipment, and industries. You are a strong troubleshooter who takes pride in diagnosing electrical issues, finding practical solutions, and getting customers back up and running safely and efficiently. You are comfortable working independently in the field while also being part of a highly skilled team of tradespeople. You bring sound judgement, a problem-solving mindset, and a strong commitment to safety and quality. You enjoy building relationships with customers, taking ownership of your work, and continuously expanding your knowledge through exposure to new systems, equipment, and challenges. Our Must Haves * Successfully obtained your Red Seal Electrician certification; * Hold a valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean driver’s abstract; * Committed to customer service and going the extra mile while servicing clients; * Ability to think on your feet and utilize strong problem-solving capabilities; * Experience working in forestry, mining, or natural resources industries will be considered an asset. Your Rewards Our most important offering to anyone that joins the Uptime Industrial team is our culture of innovation, achievement, and ownership. We bring out the best in each other by constantly striving to be world class in all we do. These values are reflected in our Work, our Company, and our People. At Uptime, we also offer a very competitive compensation structure that supplements your regular income with a robust benefits package: * Wage: $47.00-$51.00 per hour * Please note - the listed hourly rate is dependent on various factors, including market and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. * Medical and Dental Coverage: Our industry leading benefits package covers you and your dependents at no cost * Friends and Family Program: Early and exclusive access to our newly released projects * Professional Development and Education Support * Registered Retirement Savings Plan: A plan that helps you save for your retirement with employer matching * Company Vehicle TSBC #LEL0203051

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Red Seal Electrician certification and a valid Class 5 Driver’s License with a clean abstract. Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to safety and customer service are essential for this role.

Benefits

• Medical coverage • Dental coverage • Professional development • Education support • Registered retirement savings plan • Employer matching • Company vehicle