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Apprentice Electrician

If you are an Apprentice Electrician looking to further your skills and experience, then please read on…

Precision Drilling now has an opening at our Nisku location (Drilling Support Center) for an Apprentice Electrician, eager for fresh challenges and development toward potential future career growth as our business continues to innovate and grow.

Combined with a competitive remuneration package, you will enjoy the advantages of:

A comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, Pension match, and long-term disability coverage.
• An inclusive work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health, well-being, and family life!

Summary

The Apprentice Electrician is responsible for assisting Journeyperson with maintaining the proper operation of all electrical systems on the drilling rig. This position is shop based but will involve regular travel to field locations.

Responsibilities

• Working with a Journeyperson Electrician
• Cut, thread, bend, assemble and install electrical conduit;
• Maintaining, sorting and organizing electrical parts;
• Participating in Precision’s safety programs;
• Participating in on-call and overtime as required; and,
• Various other duties as required.

Knowledge & Skills

Energy or oilfield services industry experience is highly desired;

Silicon controlled rectifier (SCR) experience an asset;

Programmable logic controllers (PLC) and computer networking experience an asset;

Experience with alternating current (AC) drive systems an asset;

Lighting, Generator Controls and Motor Controls experience;

Knowledge of local electrical codes and standards pertaining to nonhazardous and hazardous areas;

Self-motivated and able to work in groups as well work independently;

Open to learning and continuing education;

Ability to work at heights;

Must have a valid vehicle operations license (abstract required);

Exemplary safety record and commitment to safe work practice; and,

Good communications skills both written and verbal.

Education

High School Diploma

Experience

Indentured Electrician