Electrician

Electrician (Full Time)

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Manager Operations & Maintenance, maintains, troubleshoots and installs all electrical installations and systems; installs new electrical services and facilities; maintains, repairs and carries out alterations to buildings and structures; carries out detailed aircraft movement areas condition inspections and reporting; operates, services and inspects all equipment used in airport maintenance support; maintains and improves the condition of airport surfaces during all seasons; participates and qualifies in a mandatory Airport Maintenance Training and Certification Programs;  participates in the departmental Occupational Health and Safety Program; participates, qualifies and maintains prescribed Fire Fighting status as deemed necessary by the Airport; complies with all relevant safety requirements and procedures regarding the Grande Prairie Airport Safety Management System (SMS), and performs other duties.

Key Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the maintenance of all airfield electrical and navigation aid systems, including series runway and taxi lighting, field regulators and approach lighting.
  • Responsible for the maintenance and repair of all building and groundside electrical systems and equipment, generators, switch gear and fire alarm systems.
  • Maintains, troubleshoots, and installs electrical installations and systems.
  • Operates, services and inspects all equipment used in airport maintenance support.
  • Carries out detailed aircraft movement area condition and inspection reporting.
  • Performs Aircraft Firefighting (AFF) duties as deemed necessary.
  • Maintains and improves the condition of airport surfaces during all seasons.
  • Participates and qualifies in a mandatory Airport Maintenance Training and Certification Program.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Reporting Structure

The Electrician reports to the Manager of Operations & Maintenance.

Qualifications:

  • Journeyperson Electrician Certificate.
  • Experience in airfield electrical an asset as well as the ability to work with high voltage.
  • Must be able to Obtain and retain a Restricted Radio License (ROC).
  • Must be able to Obtain and retain Aircraft Firefighting (AFF) certification.
  • Must be able to Obtain and retain a Possession Acquisition Restricted Firearms license.
  • Minimum class 5 valid Alberta Driver’s License with air endorsement and must be able to obtain and retain class 3 with air endorsement.
  • In addition, the successful candidate must also be able to obtain Airside Vehicle Operating Permit (AVOP).

Benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Care
  • Extended health/life insurance/long term disability
  • Pension (LAPP) Local Authorities Pension Plan
  • Employee wellness program
  • Vacation 15 days to start

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 08:00 – 16:30 (subject to change)

The Electrician MUST be able to respond to after hour lighting, signage, electrical emergencies during summer and winter operations.

Drug and Alcohol Policy:

The electrician position is safety sensitive and is subject to the Grande Prairie Airports drug and alcohol policy.

Please submit your application to:

Grande Prairie Airport

Suite 220, 10610 Airport Drive

Grande Prairie AB

T8V 7Z5

E-mail: info@grandeprairieairport.com

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.