Who We Are  

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, and maintain the critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.   

Driven by a clear vision to strengthen the stability, reliability, and advancement of energy infrastructure, we take pride in delivering work that matters. Guided by our STRIDE values - Safety, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity, Deliver, and Excellence - we foster a people focused culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always comes first.  

What You'll Do  

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the role of the Journeyperson Electrician is to assist in the construction of new E-houses and control buildings. In this role, the Journeyperson Electrician will read and interpret drawings, blueprints and electrical code specifications. They are also responsible for planning layouts and illustration of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on project specifications. The Journeyperson Electrician will inspect electrical systems, components, and equipment to identify defects and ensure all work complies with codes and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for new or existing installations, splice, join and connect wire to fixtures and components to form circuits.
• Inspect and test installed electrical equipment and cabling with multimeters, meggers, etc.
• Comply with Rising Edge Technologies Ltd.’s Health and Safety Manual and industry safety regulations.
• Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring and training to Electrical Apprentices in understanding, identifying and resolving technical issues.
• Assist Electrician Apprentices with the day to day activities involved with substation construction including working in a safe and quality manner.
• Ensure all electrical installations follow applicable regulations and trade practices.
• Proficient in bending EMT conduit, experience with rigid steel, and rigid aluminum an asset. 
• Install AC/DC and control equipment AC/DC panels, disconnects, transformers, battery banks and chargers, transfer switches.
• Cable and Fiber tray installation
• Adhere to Rising Edge Technologies Ltd.’s safety policies and safe work procedures and be familiar with the potential hazards of working near energized equipment.

Additional Information    

This position is designated as safety-sensitive making employment contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, as well as criminal and general background checks. 

Schedule

• Rotation: 5 days on, 2 days off
• Workweek: 48 hours per week
• Shifts: 10-hour shifts Monday–Thursday, 8-hour shift Friday's