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Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full-time, permanent Power Electrician 1 position working out of Edmonton, AB.

A Power Electrician 1 works with a variety of equipment such as protective relays, breakers, disconnects, switchgear, transformers and other related substation equipment to ensure proper operation. As the Power Electrician 1, you will work alongside the Transmission Operations Protection/SCADA or Apparatus team and report directly to the Operations Manager.

What you’d be responsible for

• Maintaining tools and equipment.
• Compiling reports.
• Keeping accurate records.
• Reading schematics and diagrams.
• Performing operational checks and acceptance tests.
• Conducting substation switching.
• Installing, maintaining, commissioning and calibrating protective relays.
• Installing, maintaining and commissioning high voltage apparatus.
• Troubleshooting and repair of substation equipment.
• Assisting with other substation related duties as required.

What’s required to be successful

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent level of secondary.
• Journeyman Power Systems Electrician certificate.
• 3+ years of recent power substations related experience as a certified journeyman Power System Electrician.
• Experience testing substation apparatus, handling and processing SF6 and CF4 gas, and power transformer oil processing would all be considered an asset.
• Knowledge and experience working with medium and high voltage substation equipment.
• Willing and able to work with energized high voltage equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Teams, Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Ability to qualify for and maintain an EPCOR driver’s permit, which requires a valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License,
  • Limited to 6 demerits or less at date of hire (prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file).
  • A Driver’s Abstract (5 year commercial type) will be required.
  • Drivers with a GDL class may be considered (limited to 3 demerits and pending driving behavior review referenced above). Valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License with 6 or fewer demerits and the ability to qualify for and maintain a valid EPCOR driver's permit.
• Clearance on background check requirements related to ARS CIP.

Additionally, you have the ability to handle new or emergency situations in a logical and reasonable manner. You are a team player who is professional, detail oriented, has highly developed judgment and possesses problem-solving skills. You use your written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with others. You understand that health, safety and environment are integral to EPCOR's work, and strive to maintain a zero-injury organizational culture. As such, you possess a high level of safety awareness and demonstrate safe work practices at all times. Candidates will be required to participate in safety and other job-related training.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: IBEW 1007

Class: PS3.8131A

Wage: Starting at $63.09 per hour

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Application deadline: April 10, 2026

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.
• Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. You will be reimbursed in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy.