The Organization In collaboration with our consortium partner, Arctic Infrastructure Partners, Nunavut Airport Services LTD. provides Airport Management, Airport Operations, Facility Maintenance, and Technical Service for the Iqaluit International Airport.

Under a 30 year-Public Private Partnership (P3 or PPP) concession with the Government of Nunavut, Artic Infrastructure Partners is contracted to design, build, finance, operate and maintain the expansion and redevelopment of the Iqaluit International Airport.

Although more commonplace on the international stage, this is the first and only completed airport PPP project in Canada. And as part of this project, Iqaluit International Airport also became the first ISO 9001 Quality Management System accredited airport operation in Canada.

The Chance

Location: Iqaluit, Nunavut

Reporting to the Facilities Maintenance Manager, the Airport Electrician performs electrical maintenance; services, repairing, rebuilding an, and installation of electrical systems, equipment, and machinery at the Iqaluit International Airport.

Responsibilities include:

- Calibrate, install and modify electrical/electronic controls for all airport machinery and building equipment;
- Troubleshoot AC/DC motors and speed controls;
- Perform electrical maintenance and repair on power generator buildings and associated switchgear;
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on building systems, machinery and equipment;
- Maintain inventory for electrical/electronic parts and components;
- Coordinate efforts with other airport team members to accomplish goals and objectives; and
- Work in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act.

Selection Criteria include:





- Valid Red Seal Classification Journeyman Maintenance Electrician license recognized in Nunavut
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience;
- Excellent aptitude for machinery with specific working knowledge of electrical/electronic motors, components and controls;
- Basic understanding of converting machinery and has the ability to troubleshoot electrical problems, including complex running faults;
- Ability to read and understand electrical diagrams and blueprints;
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
- Ability to work in a team environment and independently;
- Class 5 driver’s license, with the ability to acquire and maintain an Airport Vehicle Operator Permit “D/A” AVOP;
- Customer service oriented individual who demonstrates professionalism when working within public and corporate sites;
- Basic working experience with Microsoft Office programs;
- Previous experience with Building Management Systems an asset;
- Experience with a computerized maintenance management system is an asset;
- Understanding of baggage systems and controls an asset,;
- Previous experience with airfield lighting an asset; and

- Ability to work shift work, and be on-call outside of normal shift schedule.

Working Conditions: This position will be stationed in Iqaluit, Nunavut. Candidates must have the ability to work shift work and be on-call outside of normal shift schedule.

Condition of employment is the ability to obtain and maintain an Airport Restricted Area Identification Card and Clear Criminal Record Check

Nunavut Airport Services Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified applicants experiencing barriers to equity to self-identify in their application. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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