Electrical Apprentice
1st to 3rd Year | Calgary, Alberta

Company

Pillar Power and Electric

Employment Type

Full-Time

Location

Calgary, Alberta, with travel to project sites as required

Reports To

Journeyperson Electrician / Foreperson / Project Supervisor

About Pillar Power and Electric

Pillar Power and Electric is a Calgary-based electrical contractor serving commercial, industrial, telecom/data, and service projects. Our work includes electrical construction, lighting and controls, instrumentation and controls, EV charging, backup power and generators, telecommunications site power, structured cabling and fibre, and electrical maintenance.

Position Summary

We are seeking a safety-focused and dependable 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Year Electrical Apprentice who wants to build practical skills and grow with our team. The successful candidate will work under the direction of qualified electricians and field leadership on active construction and service sites.

This role is well suited to a motivated apprentice who takes pride in quality workmanship, follows direction, asks questions when unsure, and contributes to a clean, organized, and professional jobsite.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist with the installation of conduit, cable tray, boxes, supports, devices, and electrical equipment.
- Pull, route, identify, and terminate conductors and cables within the limits of training and authorization.
- Install lighting, receptacles, switches, and other electrical devices.
- Assist with electrical distribution, controls, and related equipment.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, specifications, layouts, and manufacturer instructions.
- Measure, cut, bend, and install conduit.
- Perform electrical demolition and removal of existing equipment as directed.
- Safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, and other equipment for which the apprentice is trained and authorized.
- Handle, stage, organize, and track materials and equipment.
- Maintain clean, orderly,



and hazard-free work areas.
- Complete and participate in daily field-level hazard assessments and toolbox meetings.
- Inspect tools, equipment, and PPE before use and remove defective items from service.
- Report hazards, incidents, near misses, and equipment defects immediately.
- Assist journeyperson electricians with testing, troubleshooting, commissioning, and documentation.
- Perform other electrical and construction-related duties appropriate to the apprentice’s level.

Required Qualifications

- Registered 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Period Electrical Apprentice in Alberta, or eligible to enter the Alberta apprenticeship program.
- Strong interest in developing a long-term career in the electrical trade.
- Basic knowledge of construction tools and safe work practices.
- Ability to accurately use a tape measure and perform basic construction math.
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with hand and power tools.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a crew.
- Solid attention to detail, workmanship, and jobsite organization.
- Ability to perform the physical duties associated with electrical construction.
- Willingness to work at various project locations and adjust to project schedules as required.

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous commercial, industrial, service, or telecom-related electrical experience.
- Experience installing conduit, cable tray, conductors, and electrical devices.
- Familiarity with electrical drawings and layouts.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation.
- CSTS 2020, WHMIS,



First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection, and Elevated Work Platform training.

What We Value

- Shows up on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Takes direction well and asks questions when the task or hazard controls are unclear.
- Demonstrates a positive and professional attitude.
- Takes pride in safe, neat, and code-compliant workmanship.
- Looks after company tools, vehicles, equipment, and materials.
- Works respectfully with supervisors, coworkers, clients, and other trades.
- Takes initiative while staying within the limits of training and authorization.
- Understands that safety and quality come before shortcuts.

Safety Expectations

Safety is a core expectation at Pillar Power and Electric. Employees must participate in hazard assessments, use required PPE, follow company procedures and site rules, report unsafe conditions, and exercise Stop Work Authority when hazards are not controlled or conditions change. Apprentices must not perform electrical work they are not trained, qualified, authorized, or supervised to complete.

What We Offer

- Hands-on experience across commercial, industrial, service, and telecom-related electrical work.
- Mentorship and practical training from experienced electrical professionals.
- Opportunities to develop progressively greater responsibility as skills and apprenticeship level advance.
- A safety-first workplace focused on quality, accountability, and professional growth.

How to Apply

Submit a resume outlining your current apprenticeship period, relevant electrical or construction experience, safety certifications, driver’s licence status, and availability.

Pillar Power and Electric is committed to a respectful, safe, and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and the requirements of the position.

Pay: $20.00-$32.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Apprentice Electrician (1st - 3rd year) (Calgary)
🏢 Pillar Power and Electric
📍 Calgary