22 Oct
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Rising Edge Group
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Mackenzie
22 Oct
Rising Edge Group
Mackenzie
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 on a culture of growth, mentorship and collaboration where safety always comes first.
What You'll Do
Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the role of Journeyperson PSE/Electrician is to perform maintenance, upgrading and installation of equipment in 13.8kV to 500 kV substations. This includes reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints and electrical code specifications and planning layout and illustration of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures based on specifications. The Journeyperson PSE/Electrician also inspects electrical systems, components and equipment to identify defects and ensure compliance with codes. This is a senior role requiring performance evaluation, coaching, mentoring and training of PSE/Electrician Apprentices.
Key Responsibilities
- Installation, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance of different electrical systems, faulty equipment and apparatus including transformers, circuit breakers, switches, switchgears, instrument transformers,
relays and other related equipment (500kV, 240kV, 144kV, 69kV, 25kV, 13.8kV)
- Installation of structural steel, installation of buried utilities
- Operation of construction equipment such as skid steer, mini hoe, manlifts, and zoom booms
- Comply with Rising Edge Technologies Ltd.'s Health and Safety Manual and industry safety regulations
- Provide leadership, supervision, mentoring and training to PSE/Electrical Apprentices in understanding, identifying and resolving technical issues. Assist Apprentices with day‑to‑day activities involved with substation construction in a safe and quality manner.
- Responsible for inspection and testing of high‑voltage electrical equipment installed in a substation and ensuring test and maintenance reports are maintained and completed at all times
- Lead installation and facilitate planning of ground grids, assembly of power system equipment, cabling and wiring
- Perform and facilitate substation equipment maintenance according to company and industry standards
- Adhere to Rising Edge Technologies Ltd.'s safety policies and protected 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 & Compensation
- Site location is near McKenzie, BC
- Schedule rotations will be 10 days on, 4 days off
- Standard workdays are 10 hours (7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
- Overtime paid at time and a half after 10 hours per day and 40 hours per week
- Out‑of‑town work includes either all‑inclusive camp accommodations or LOA and individual accommodations (project dependent)
A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role is $47.43 - $51.60 at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within the range is determined based on job‑related skills, relevant experience, education and/or training.
Requirements
What We're Looking For
- Valid and recognized Power Systems Electrician or Journeyperson Electrician Certificate
- Minimum of 5 years of work experience as a PSE/Electrician with at least 2 years of experience working in substations
- Thorough knowledge of the Alberta Electrical Utility Code (A.E.U.C Safety Codes Act) and Occupational Health and Safety rules as they relate to the PSE/Electrician role
- Have a valid Alberta Provincial Class 5 driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Experience with Microsoft Windows, Office and computer‑based test equipment would be an asset
- Must meet pre‑access Drug & Alcohol testing requirementsMust be able to work comfortably at heights
- Ability and willingness to work out of town
- Able to travel including traveling to remote sites
- Able to work in adverse weather conditions
- Dedicated to a respectful work environment and teamwork with strong interpersonal and communication skil
📌 Journeyperson Electrician or PSE (Mackenzie)
🏢 Rising Edge Group
📍 Mackenzie