Journeyperson, Water​/Wastewater Electrician

Overview

Job Number: J
Job Title: Journeyperson, Water/Wastewater Electrician
Department: Treatment
Is this position unionized? Yes
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Vacancy Type: Replacement
City, Province: Kingston, Ontario
Job Category: Trades
Open Positions: 1
Posting Date: June 11, 2026
Closing Date: June 25, 2026
Salary: $40.15 – $47.36/Hour

The Journeyperson, Water/Wastewater Electrician maintains, troubleshoots and repairs electrical and mechanical equipment for water/wastewater treatment, distribution and collection systems. They will coordinate and conduct electrical construction, support capital projects, and perform new or retrofit installations.

• Diagnose problems and repair electrical/mechanical equipment and electrical control systems for all water/wastewater systems.
• Conduct facilities maintenance including heating and cooling, ventilation, building automation, odour control etc.
• Coordinate electrical construction, support capital projects and manage new or retrofit installations.
• Plan and design, obtain permits, source parts and materials and commission equipment.
• Ensure construction activities are completed in compliance with Electrical Code, TSSA Regulations and standard trade practices.
• Manage inventory of parts, materials, re-build kits and tools.
• Install, repair and maintain electrical distributions systems.
• Service and test standby and emergency devices.
• Develop preventative maintenance strategies consistent with OEM recommendations, operational and regulatory compliance requirements and corporate asset management goals.
• Support the planning and prioritization of work and ensure all preventative maintenance and calibration activities are documented.
• Schedule and support contractor and third party testing and perform necessary corrective action.
• Support the development of standard operating procedures.
• Comply with all health and safety requirements, maintain a safe work environment, report hazards and promote a culture of safety in the workplace.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced understanding of electrical theory, schematic diagrams, construction drawings and technical documentation
• Advanced ability to work independently
• Advanced knowledge of electrical trade tools, measurement and test equipment and their operation
• Intermediate proficiency with MS 365
• Intermediate communication skills
• Intermediate mathematical skills
• Advanced knowledge of Ontario Electrical Code and TSSA Regulations
• Advanced knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements as it relates to individual, organizational and operational requirements

Qualifications:

• 309A Electrician – Construction and Maintenance or 442A – Industrial Electrician
• Post-secondary diploma in electrical engineering, instrumentation or related discipline preferred
• 4 years experience in an industrial environment
• Previous experience in a Water/Wastewater environment is an asset
• Class G drivers’ license

• Ability to respond to emergency situations, as required.
• Ability to work a rotational on-call schedule and the ability to work overtime as required.
• Maintain certifications throughout employment.
• Valid Class “G” drivers license. A Class “DZ” driver’s license is an asset.
• Completion of a Criminal Record Check at the employee’s own expense, to the satisfaction of Utilities Kingston.

Utilities Kingston is committed to employment equity and we encourage applications from all designated group members.