Journey Electrical Locator

Journey Electrical Locator

Competition Number: 26/34

Posting Scope: Internal (Open to current City of Victoria employees only)

Posted Date: February 10, 2026

Closing Date: February 18, 2026, 4:30 PM PST

Department: Engineering & Public Works

Posting Type: Regular

Work schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hour work week) – Continuous (Full-Time)

Salary: $44.62 per hour

Job Code: 720

Employee Group: This is an IBEW position

Number of Vacancies: 1

Position Function: Locate and mark out underground electrical and communications utility systems. Function as journey electrician when locator duties are not needed.

• Determine the location of City-owned and some third party electrical and communications utilities in the field using plans, drawings, and digital locating instruments, operate and maintain utility locating equipment and perform mark-out of utilities as necessary.
• Perform journeyman tradesman duties working in the construction, maintenance and repairs of all aspects of the City of Victoria’s electrical plant and facilities.

• Repairs all types of street lighting systems and equipment, both overhead and underground.
• Install, maintain and repair all city-owned electrical equipment such as ornamental street lighting, underground duct and cable structures, inside and outside wiring, transformer stations and outside sub-stations, traffic signals, motors and generators.
• Operate aerial manlift devices.
• Respond to emergency call-outs.
• Respond to enquiries and calls for service from City staff and outside agencies by providing field locate information.
• Participate in the design, review and estimates of electrical systems as applied to work projects.
• Compile related work reports, records, and as-built drawings.
• Consult with and coordinate with other agencies such as BY Hydro, consulting engineers, technicians, inspectors and general public.
• May be requested to substitute in more senior positions.

• Master Municipal Construction Document (MMCD)
• Canadian Electrical Code, current edition and updates
• City of Victoria Electrical Bylaw
• City of Victoria Personnel Policy
• City of Victoria Standard Job Procedures
• City of Victoria Health and Safety Policy
• IBEW Local 230 Collective Agreement

Education: High school graduation
Current and valid Interprovincial Red Seal Trades Qualification as an Electrician (4 years)
National Utility Locating Contractors Association (NULCA) certification or equivalent (2 days)
Current and valid Class 5 B.C Driver’s License

Skills: Organize and prioritize work
Understand and apply the techniques of utility location.
Understand and apply the techniques of electrical systems repair and service.
Use hand, power, measuring tools and diagnostic instruments of the trade.
Read and interpret engineering plans and drawings, technical drawings, manuals and related codes.
Maintain accurate records.
Deal effectively with staff, the public and outside agencies.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Work and operate equipment safely.

Experience: 4 years of related journeyman experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Independence: Work is generated by work order or assigned by supervisor. Work is reviewed through reports to supervisor. Issues involving deviations from trade procedures and major expenditures are referred to supervisor.

• Lift and carry medium weight equipment.
• Work in awkward positions bent over or with hands in the air. Short periods of intense concentration while diagnosing problems.
• Work in an environment where protective measures must be taken to avoid exposure to asbestos.
• Exposure to dust and fumes.
• Work in close proximity to moving traffic.
• Work outside in all weather conditions.

To apply for this opportunity, you will need to create an online profile or log back into our career portal at  – only online submissions will be considered. All applications must be submitted online by 4:30 pm on the closing date noted on the posting. Please be prepared to provide proof of qualifications as outlined in your resume.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility into our programs, policies, spaces, and services. Our goal is to cultivate a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aim to become. Individuals who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrants, persons with disabilities, 2

SLGBTQIA+, or facing any additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.

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