About Dalhousie University
Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that’s celebrating 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Position Details
Position Information

Position Title Electrician

Department/Unit Facilities Management

Location Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number FM102-26

Employee Group NSGEU Local 99

Position Type Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Rate $33.57 per hour

Classification Electrician

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that’s celebrating 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary
The incumbent is responsible to perform electrical related work on campus.

Key Responsibilities

Installs, repairs and maintains electrical devices such as but not limited to motors, motor controls, panels, branch circuits and variable speed drives

Installs low voltage and data wiring





Installs and maintains fire alarm systems

Bends, assembles and installs conduits and other types of electrical conductor enclosures and fittings

Performs preventive maintenance tasks on designated electrical equipment

Makes recommendations for upgrading electrical systems based on best economical/skilled judgement

Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, Canadian Electrical Code, as well as University and Government rules and regulations

Maintains a clean work environment

Performs other duties as required

Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.

Required Qualifications

Valid Construction Electrician certificate of qualification as recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Education. Red Seal Designation an asset.

Completion of certified trades school program preferred

Five years recent and related journeyperson experience in construction and/or maintenance in a commercial or institutional environment on voltages up to 600 VAC .

Communication Cabling Specialist certification an asset

Experience with addressable and non-addressable fire alarm systems an asset

Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, Canadian Electrical Code, as well as University and Government rules and regulations

Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and equipment specifications





Ability to take direction

Reliable and punctual

Good communication and organizational skills

Must be willing and able to work overtime and respond to after-hours calls as required

Ability to work at heights

Familiarity with microcomputers preferred

Knowledge of the tools of the trade

Ability to direct others in a foreperson capacity an asset

General safety, Fall Protection, Confined Space, Lock Out / Tag Out, Arc Flash and WHMIS training an asset

Assets
Additional Information
Application Consideration
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 2

Open Date 07/27/2026

Close Date 08/09/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21856

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📌 Electrician (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Dalhousie University
📍 Nova Scotia