Posted 3 months ago
Electrician Apprentice – Edmonton
@ Wesbell Communications
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Wesbell Communications is hiring a full-time Electrician Apprentice in Edmonton to assist journeyman and master electricians with A/C electrical work supporting telecommunication equipment installation. The role involves reading drawings and schematics, installing and repairing wiring and panels, and travel is required. Work is performed under direct supervision of a 309A licensed electrician.
Responsibilities:
- Read drawings, blueprints and electrical schematics
- Install, repair and replace wiring, switches and breaker panels
- Install conduit, Teck cable and fire alarm components
- Assist journeyman and master electricians
- Travel to job sites as required
Requirements summary:
- Electrical apprentice (1st to 4th year) or high school or technical training preferred
- Ability to use high-voltage testing equipment and Electrical Code formulas
- Knowledge of ESA codes and Ontario Electrical Standards Act
- Strong verbal and written English
- Working knowledge of Windows-based programs
- Reliable, self-starting, good attendance
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-07-27
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-26
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-26
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Construction site, Client sites, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | People with disabilities |
| Education | High school (preferred), Trade certificate (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Electrical apprenticeship |
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Wesbell Communications
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 16 |
Wesbell is seeking an Electrician Apprentice at our Edmonton location. This position is responsible for assisting Journeyman Electrician and Master Electrician with all A/C electrical work to support the installation of telecommunication equipment. Travelling is required for this position.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities Include
This position is responsible for performing or assisting in performing, under the direct supervision of a 309A licensed Electrician, the following:
- Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine the layout of electrical equipment installations.
- Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, distribution switches, breaker panels, conduits 1” – 2” EMT, install fire alarm components, teck cable and service cables, and ensure compliance with Ontario Electrical Standards Act.
- Any other assigned and related tasks as directed
Education (Theoretical Training)
- High School, GEGEP, vocational or technical training preferred
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year Electrical Apprentice.
Job Requirements & Experience
- Ability to read and follow electrical schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
- Ability to take measurements using high-voltage testing equipment. Use formulas from the Electrical Code (ESA) to determine the sizes of cables needed when the sizes of services and the lengths of cable runs are known.
- Ability to use Greenlee hydraulic benders, work with Teck Cable, 1” – 2” EMT installs, and Fire Alarm experience is an asset.
- Understand and work within the ESA Electrical Codes.
- Take direction and implement tasks as distributed by the supervisor
- Must be a self-starter able to work under minimal supervision at times
- Maintain the highest degree of safety compliance above and beyond Wesbell’s health and safety policies
- Must be a reliable worker with ga ood attendance record
- Ability to work independently as well as work in a team setting.
- Must have a strong command of the English language, both verbal and written
- Must have a working knowledge of computers and Windows-based programs
Wesbell welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with Wesbell; however, only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted.
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