Electrician

About Dalhousie University  Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that’s celebrating 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Position Details

Position Title:

Electrician
Department/Unit:
Facilities Management

Location:

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
Posting Number: FM61-26
Employee Group: NSGEU Local 99
Position Type:
Regular, On-Going
Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type:

Full Time
Full-time Equivalency (FTE): 1.0
Rate: $33.57 per hour
Classification:
Electrician

Job Summary  The incumbent is responsible to perform electrical related work on campus.

Key Responsibilities   Installs, repairs and maintains electrical devices such as but not limited to motors, motor controls, panels, branch circuits and variable speed drives
Installs low voltage and data wiring
Installs and maintains fire alarm systems
Bends, assembles and installs conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings
Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated electrical equipment
Makes recommendations for upgrading electrical systems based on best economical/professional judgement
Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, Canadian Electrical Code, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
Maintains a clean work environment
Performs other duties as required
Note  Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications   Valid Construction Electrician certificate of qualification as recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Education. Red Seal Designation an asset.
Completion of certified trades school program preferred
Five years recent and related journeyperson experience in construction and/or maintenance in a commercial or institutional environment on voltages up to 600 VAC
Communication Cabling Specialist certification an asset

Experience with addressable and non-addressable fire alarm systems an asset
Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, Canadian Electrical Code, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and equipment specifications
Ability to take direction
Reliable and punctual
Good communication and organizational skills
Must be willing and able to work overtime and respond to after-hours calls as required
Ability to work at heights
Familiarity with microcomputers preferred
Knowledge of the tools of the trade
Ability to direct others in a foreperson capacity an asset
General safety, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lock Out / Tag Out, Arc Flash and WHMIS training an asset
Assets  Diversity Statement  Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2

SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit

Posting Detail Information   

Number of Vacancies : 3
Open Date: 05/28/2026
Close Date: 06/10/2026
Open Until Filled:
No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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