Commercial Electrician

Skydance is seeking a Commercial Electrician to oversee the operation, maintenance and repair of commercial building normal, life safety and emergency electrical systems. The role spans utility cabinets and transformers through switchboards, risers and distribution panels, as well as emergency power equipment such as diesel generators, paralleling switchgear, UPS systems and automatic transfer switches. The postholder also operates and troubleshoots fire alarm and suppression systems and works alongside the Lead Electrician and Electrical Manager.

• Oversee the operation of commercial building normal, life safety and emergency electrical systems and related components, encompassing utility cabinets and transformers through switchboards, risers and distribution panels.
• Oversee the installation, start-up, maintenance and repair of electrical equipment associated with emergency power systems, including diesel generators, paralleling switchgear breakers and controls, UPS systems and batteries, static switches and automatic transfer switches.
• Operate, test, troubleshoot, repair and bypass building fire alarm and suppression systems as required for inspection or to support ongoing construction efforts.
• Perform daily area checks, identifying and making repairs to lighting and electrical distribution components.
• Identify other trade deficiencies and report them to Work Order Control.
• Carry out all other tasks assigned by the Lead Electrician or Electrical Manager in a manner consistent with all applicable NFPA 70 safety guidelines.

• Minimum of five (5) years directly related and progressively responsible electrical experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One of the following: Class I/Class II or IEC Journeyman's licence
• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship programme
• A two-year certificate programme at a vocational or technical training school
• Or a combination of any of the above with appropriate on-the-job training or apprenticeship time and experience.
• Critical system experience in the sequence and operation of emergency diesel generators, UPS systems and batteries, static switches, fire suppression systems, paralleling switchgear, automatic transfer switches, and utility breakers and controls.
• General understanding of above and below ground utility services, transformers and distribution switchgear.
• Valid driver's licence.

• Electrical experience gained in a critical infrastructure environment is preferred.