Highlights of the job

We are hiring up to three (3) full-time temporary, Signals Technician 1, positions (for up to 11 months) working out of Edmonton, AB.

 

As a Signals Technician 1, you will practice a high level of safety awareness and possess a proven ability to work cooperatively in a team environment. As part of this team, you are will perform tasks involved in maintaining, repairing and constructing various transportation and communication systems (Streetlight, LRT, Fiber Optics and/or Traffic systems). 

What you'd be responsible for

• Installing, maintaining and repairing equipment associated with traffic lights, street lighting and Edmonton Transit's LRT systems.
• Responding to trouble calls.
• Escorting high loads.
• Documenting preventative maintenance.
• Updating electrical drawings and prints.
• Performing other duties as required.

What's required to be successful

• Grade 12 diploma or G.E.D.
• Journeyman Power Systems Electrician (PSE) Journeyman Electrician or Journeyman Power-line Technician certificate.  Apprentices may be considered.
• Valid Class 5 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License, with six (6) or fewer demerits.
  • A Commercial Driver's (5 Year) abstract will be required.
  • Air Brake Endorsement or Class 3 License considered an asset.
• Able to meet the conditions required for and maintain an EPCOR driver's permit.
• Willing and able to work with energized equipment.
• In good physical condition to meet the demands of the position.
• Clearance on pre-placement medical, drug and alcohol testing is required.
• Clearance on a security background check is required.

 

Through your hard work, you will be a supportive team member actively working toward achieving team goals. You will demonstrate your exceptional interpersonal skills and will act professional in all interactions with the public. Open communication is essential with coworkers to resolve issues with positive outcomes. In addition, you will demonstrate a keen attention to detail in your work, take initiative in your own learning, and be comfortable learning new skills. 

 

Health and safety is integral to EPCOR's work, and we strive to maintain a zero-injury organizational culture. As such, all candidates must possess a high level of safety awareness and demonstrate safe work practices at all times. You will be required to, actively participate in safety and other job-related training.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: IBEW1007; Class: TR2

Starting Wage $52.35 per hour or $55.01 per hour for current Provisional employees, in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Hours of work: 8.0 hours per day; 40.0 per week between 07:00 and 18:00 hours, 5 days per week, Monday to Friday.  However, in accordance with Article 6.02 of the Collective Agreement, the workweek may be any five (5) consecutive days.

 

Application deadline: January 28, 2022

Internal Applicants please ensure that you are using your "@epcor.com" email address.

 

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Please note the following information:

 

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.

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