Electrical Apprentice

Electrical Apprentice (2nd/3rd Year) - Street Lighting & Utility Construction

Edmonton, AB | Full-Time | Year-Round Employment

Build More Than Infrastructure. Build Your Future.

For over 40 years, JATEC has been connecting communities through underground utilities, fibre optic networks, street lighting, highway sign infrastructure, and electrical systems across Canada. The work we do today helps build the communities people live, work, and grow in for generations.

We're looking for motivated Electrical Apprentices who are eager to develop their trade, gain hands-on experience, and work alongside experienced Journeyperson Electricians on meaningful infrastructure projects.

If you're looking for the opportunity to grow your skills, tackle unique projects, and build a long-term career in the electrical and utility construction industry, we'd like to hear from you.

As an Electrical Apprentice, you will support the installation of electrical and underground utility infrastructure, including airfield electrical lighting, distribution systems, and street lighting projects throughout the Edmonton area.

Working under the guidance of Journeyperson Electricians, you'll gain valuable field experience while contributing to the successful completion of critical infrastructure projects.

• Assisting with the installation of electrical and underground utility infrastructure
• Performing aerial work using bucket trucks to exchange and rewire ballasts
• Assisting with the installation of street lighting systems and associated infrastructure
• Supporting concrete foundation installations for street lighting poles and structures
• Assisting with the termination of electrical panels and street lighting systems
• Supporting troubleshooting and isolation of electrical circuits and cables
• Building and installing temporary power panels
• Assisting with the assembly and installation of electrical cabinets and related equipment
• Installing electrical equipment on structures and other project infrastructure
• Supporting site setup, cleanup, and material handling activities
• Following all company safety policies, procedures, and hazard assessments
• Performing other related duties as required

We're upfront about what this job requires.

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions throughout the year
• Perform physically demanding work including lifting, kneeling, crouching, bending, and walking
• Work at heights using bucket trucks and aerial equipment
• Work 8-10 hour shifts, up to 5-6 days per week during peak construction periods
• Travel within the Edmonton region and surrounding area as required
• Learn and apply safe work practices in active construction environments
• Take initiative and continuously develop your trade knowledge and skills

If you enjoy hands‑on work, learning from experienced tradespeople, and seeing your efforts contribute to projects that serve communities for decades, you'll fit right in.

• Year-round employment
• Local work in Edmonton and surrounding area with the opportunity to return home daily
• Industry-competitive hourly wages
• Overtime opportunities
• 100% employer-paid extended health benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP)
• Construction Season Bonus Program
• Ongoing apprenticeship support and mentorship
• Advancement and career development opportunities
• Exposure to a wide variety of electrical and infrastructure projects
• Team-oriented culture built on safety, hard work, and respect

• Registered Electrical Apprentice (2nd or 3rd Year)
• Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, crouch, bend, and perform physical work throughout the day
• Willingness to work…