Certified Electrician

Why Windsor?  Forward. Together. —Discover a career that connects purpose with possibility. At the City of Windsor, our employees thrive in a collaborative environment that values organizational excellence, community impact, and offers competitive benefits that supports professional growth. Located in Southwestern Ontario on the banks of the Detroit River and Lake St. Clair, Windsor is just minutes from downtown Detroit, Michigan and the north shores of Lake Erie, which is home to over 25 local wineries, craft breweries and distilleries.

Windsor boasts world class entertainment, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, iconic food, temperate climate, magnificent waterfront parks & gardens and an innovative workforce with demonstrated capacity in automotive, advanced manufacturing, transportation, life sciences, education and tourism. With affordable living, a diverse community, and a growing economy, Windsor offers a lifestyle as fulfilling as the work we do. Come join a team that reflects the city it serves.

Job Title:

Certified Electrician
Job Posting Number:  
Posting Type:  Internal and External
Posting Period:  Monday, July 20, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. to Friday, July 24, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.
Department:  Parks, Recreation & Facilities
Union:  C.U.P.E. Local 82
Position Status:  Regular Full-Time
Job Code:  82077
Grade/Class:  0.11
Number of Positions:  Up to 2
Rate of Pay:  $40.02 hourly
Premium:  10% will be added to the hourly base shown while working in this skilled trade
Hours of Work per Week:  40 hours
Shift Work

Required:

Yes

Duties and Responsibilities:

Servicing and maintaining all electrical equipment associated with the operation of Parks and Facilities Operations department;
Planning installations from blueprints, sketches and specifications;
Installing all electrical and electronic devices;
Submitting written reports, and completing comprehensive forms as required;
Cleaning and maintaining tools and work areas and following all safety policies and procedures;
Communicating and cooperating with other employees;
Working in all types of weather and all conditions, with minimum supervision;
Performing Occupational Health and Safety duties as outlined in the Corporate Health and Safety Program;
Performing other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

Must have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency;
Must have a current Certificate of Qualification (C of Q) as an Electrician (309A), including an apprenticeship, under the Tradesperson’s Qualifications Act, as offered through the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities;
Must have over five (5) years of experience (in addition to the C of Q) associated with the duties involved in the Certified Electrician;
Must be able to read and understand design drawings, manufacturer’s literature, and installation diagrams for piping and connected appliances;
Must hold and maintain a current valid and lawful Class G driver’s license in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act, for the purposes of operating a City of Windsor vehicle and provide a driver’s abstract as a condition of employment;
Must be familiar with and follow all safety policies and procedures;
Must be able to submit written reports, complete comprehensive forms as required by the trade, and have legible handwriting;
Must be able to work with a minimum amount of supervision;
Must have demonstrated good public relations skills.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands analysis associated with this job indicates a light to heavy level of work;
Will be required to complete a post‑offer strength test in an effort to assist the successful candidate in completing the position tasks safely and to aid in minimizing injuries on the job.
The City of Windsor is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diverse community we serve.

Note:

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be acknowledged
We offer a smoke‑free and scent‑safe office environment
Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 25 as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Windsor will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform the City of Windsor Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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