Apprentice Electricians (Solar) $25.20hr-$37.80hr *Paid Travel* LOA & More
What PCL Construction is Hiring for:
Apprentice Electricians
Projects: Solar Commissioning
Location: Southern Alberta
Pay: $25.20 to$37.80 depending on apprenticeship level
Compensation and Benefits
- Overtime pay at 1.5x after 9 hours per day or 44 hours per week
- 5% employer retirement match
- Employer paid benefits
- Yearly boot allowance
- Travel pay and/or LOA will be paid if required based on site location
Job Details
- Executing electrical DC testing including VoC, ISC, polarity verification, insulation resistance
- Performing infrared scans and associated reporting on solar equipment - PV Modules, strings and harnesses, combiner boxes, MV transformers, inverters and AC/DC terminations
- Assisting with troubleshooting during PV testing's and performance testing during commissioning scopes
- Analyzing test results with a Journeyperson Electrician and interpreting the data for recommendations
- Assisting with development of manuals and commissioning plans
- Performing field tasks such as electrical cable repair, splicing, and re-jacketing
- Assisting with electrical installation activities as required
Education
- A current and active apprenticeship as an Electrician with Alberta Industry Training
Experience
- Previous experience on Solar projects or commissioning and/or O&M experience in utility scale solar projects is an asset
Knowledge & Skills
- Knowledge of testing devices including insulation resistant equipment, electrical meters, IV curve and PV string measurement instruments and infrared cameras
- An understanding of major electrical and testing standards such as NETA, IEEE and ASTM
- Knowledge of utility scale solar construction and required specifications
- Strong planning, organizational and time management skills
- Effective verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision making skills
Work Conditions
- This position is based on a standard 44 hour work week, Monday to Friday.
- Must be available for overtime and weekend work as required.
- This position may require travel to different job locations depending on progression of work activities.
- Candidates must be willing to travel or possibly live out for short periods of time.
Work Regions:
This opportunity from PCL Construction is available in Lethbridge.
Features:
The below are factors that tend to matter for our listing seekers. This listing with PCL Construction offers:
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Competitive Wages
Living Out Allowance
Overtime Paid
Paid Travel
Health Benefits Package
Many Positions Available
Starts ASAP
Consistent Schedule
Long Term Work
Full Time Position(s)
As positions vary, please confirm details with employer.
Requirements:
PCL Construction has indicated that these are the requirements for the listing:
- Background Check
- Drug Test
- Pre-Employment Check
- Shift Work
- Valid Certifications
- High School Diploma or GED preferred
- Relevant Industry Experience
Requirements may not be comprehensive. Confirm w/employer.
About PCL Construction:
PCL Construction is a group of independent construction companies that carries out work across Canada, the United States, the Caribbean and in Australia. These diverse operations in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets are supported by a strategic presence in 31 major centers.
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