J​/Field Electrician

Company:
Finning Canada
Number of Openings: 4
Worker Type:
Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning Canada is seeking a Journeyperson Electrician/HET to join our Power & Energy service team, supporting Caterpillar (CAT) generator systems across a variety of customer sites and industries. This role is primarily responsible for the installation, commissioning, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting/repairs of CAT generator sets, battery energy storage systems, electrical distribution/control systems, and compressed air products.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work independently in a field based environment while representing Finning and Caterpillar to the highest standard.
What's In It For You:
Wage $55.84 ($50.25/hr during probation)
$2.55 field premium when working at a remote minesite, $3.55 field premium when dispatched out of a local branch
Dual ticket premium $3.25/hour

Shift: 7x7 or 14x14 Continuous shift. All hours worked on Sundays paid at double-time
Up to $1,000 travel assist per 28 day rotation
Paid Time Off in Year 1:
Vacation, and Sick
Pension; with 6% Employee min. contribution, 1.00% Finning match
Employee Share Purchase; 6% voluntary, 2% Finning match
Employer paid medical benefits
CAT certified training:
Additional certifications and skill development paid for by Finning

Job Description:

Major

Job Functions:

Install, commission, service, and troubleshoot CAT generator sets (diesel and natural gas)
Perform electrical work on:
Generator controls (EMCP/ECS platforms)
Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
Switchgear and distribution equipment
Paralleling and load‑sharing systems
Control Systems
Read and interpret Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams and single line diagrams
Functional testing and verification
Load bank testing

Perform mechanical work on:
Large Diesel and Nat. Gas engines
Air Compressors

Qualifications:

Journeyperson Electrician Certification (Red Seal preferred)
HET Certification; (Apprentices will be considered) or, Willing to pursue apprenticeship
Electrical Safety Training - Arc Flash and Shock (CSAZ
462)
FSRA or FSRB credential would be considered an asset
Proven experience working on generators or power systems

Experience with :
Generator installation and commissioning
Natural Gas & Diesel Engine systems
ATS and emergency power systems
Electrical troubleshooting in industrial environments
Power Generation experience would be considered an asset
Generator Rebuild experience would be considered an asset
Heavy Duty Mechanical experience or certification would be considered an asset

Team player capable of working with minimal supervision, in challenging conditions
Safety conscious team player with excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a high attention to detail
Valid class 5 driver's license with a successful recent drivers abstract

Note:

A skills assessment may be required during the application/review process
Union Membership:
You are required to become a member of the Union associated with this position. This will be effective immediately and will result in union dues being deducted from your pay. The terms and conditions of your employment will be governed by the collective agreement.
At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential.
As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities.
We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities.
Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities.
If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.