Red Seal / Compulsory Certified

Construction Electricians plan, assemble, install, commission, inspect, and maintain electrical systems in residential, commercial, institutional and industrial environments (for example, heating, lighting, power, security, communication and control systems).

You have strong math skills.

You can interpret blueprints.

You like working with digital programs.

Electrician Testimonials

Calvin

Peter

Rosie

Tyler

Dawson

Responsibilities

  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications
  • Test and measure voltage, loads, ground faults integrity of circuits
  • Install power generation, stand-by power generation and power conditioning systems
  • Connect power to audio and visual equipment
  • Renovate electrical systems in residential and commercial structures
  • Conduct preventive maintenance programs

Key Skills & Attributes

  • Reading, communication and numeracy skills
  • Problem solving/planning skills
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Physical fitness
  • Work experience with electrical equipment & digital technology programs

Entering the Trade

  • Is there a training pathway for this trade? Yes
  • Number of Levels: 4
  • Total Required Apprenticeship Hours: 7,200
  • Total Hours Required to Challenge Exam as a Trade Qualifier: 10,800

Hourly Pay

Contact the local union for information on hourly pay, benefits, pensions and more.

IBEW Local Union 625
326 Patterson Drive
Charlottetown, PE C1A 8K4

(902) 969-9625 | ccurrie@ibew625.ca

For more information about the Construction Electricians in the Maritimes, please visit https://ibew625.ca.

Construction workers needed!

380,500

Construction workers needed by 2034*

*According to BuildForce Canada

Did you know?

Construction Electricians can work indoors or outdoors. You can be self-employed or work with others such as electrical contractors, building maintenance departments and others.

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