Job Title: Apprentice Electrician This role involves supporting a mechanical shutdown at a large industrial facility in Northern Alberta, with a primary focus on electrical heat trace work. You will roll back and reinstall electronic heat trace (EHT) systems as mechanical operations are completed, perform testing, and follow lockout/tagout procedures to ensure safe and compliant work. The position is camp-based for the duration of the project and requires previous industrial electrical experience with MI and SR heat trace systems.

Support mechanical shutdown activities by removing and rolling back electronic heat trace (EHT) systems and reinstalling them once mechanical operations are completed. Install, maintain, and test MI (mineral insulated) and SR (self-regulating) electrical heat trace systems in an industrial environment. Perform EHT testing after reinstallation to verify proper operation and compliance with facility standards.

Work collaboratively with insulation crews, coordinating EHT removal and reinstallation around insulation removal and replacement. Interpret and work from large industrial facility electrical diagrams and blueprints as required for heat trace installation and maintenance. Carry out industrial electrical maintenance tasks related to heat tracing and associated equipment.

Adhere to site safety requirements, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment and compliance with H2S Alive and CSO training standards. Participate in drug and alcohol testing as required for site access. Work 12-hour shifts on a camp-based rotation schedule (such as 12 days on/2 days off or 6 days on/1 day off) for the full duration of the shutdown.

Complete all required documentation and testing records for EHT and related electrical work. Indentured 3rd or 4th Year Apprentice Electrician. Minimum 1 year of industrial electrical experience with heat tracing.

Hands-on experience with MI and SR electrical heat trace systems. Ability to perform electrical maintenance in an industrial setting. Ability to read and interpret large industrial facility electrical diagrams and blueprints.

Comfortable working in a remote camp setting for the duration of the project. Ability to work 12-hour shifts on extended rotations in varying weather and site conditions. Willingness to participate in drug and alcohol testing as a condition of site access.

Valid CSO (Construction Safety Officer or equivalent site safety) certification.



Ability to comply with site access requirements, including being clean shaven where required for safety equipment.

Experience working with e-houses in an industrial environment. Previous team lead or leadership experience in industrial electrical maintenance.

Background in industrial electrical maintenance and shutdown work. Strong attention to detail when testing and documenting EHT and heat trace installations. Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary shutdown team, including insulation and mechanical trades.

Adaptability to changing project timelines and potential extensions of shutdown duration. You will join a project that offers a competitive compensation structure, weekly pay, and full travel and camp accommodations for the duration of the shutdown. All flights from designated hubs and camp lodging are provided, supporting a focused work environment with minimal out-of-pocket travel costs.

Successful performance on this project can lead to opportunities to participate in future industrial projects, enabling you to build your experience and grow your career in large-scale industrial settings. The role is based at a large industrial facility in Northern Alberta, with work performed in a remote camp setting for the full duration of the mechanical shutdown. You will work 12-hour day or night shifts starting at 7:00 a.m., on rotations such as 12 days on/2 days off or 6 days on/1 day off, remaining in camp on off days and spending the entire project period in the north.

The environment involves industrial plant conditions, including exposure to outdoor weather, heavy equipment, and active shutdown activities. Flights are provided from Calgary and Edmonton, with itineraries coordinated once all required documentation and testing are complete; checked luggage allowances and carry‑on limits are specified by the travel provider. The site enforces strict safety protocols, including drug and alcohol testing and H2S and CSO requirements, and may require workers to be clean shaven to properly use respiratory or safety equipment.





Work is performed in standard industrial attire and appropriate personal protective equipment, following all facility safety rules and procedures. This is a Contract position based out of Calgary, AB. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

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📌 Construction and Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship (Calgary)
🏢 Aerotek
📍 Calgary