Certified Electrician

At a glance

• Wage: $47.29 per hour plus comprehensive benefits and pension package
• Application closing date: November 20, 2026
• Location: Prince George, British Columbia

Full posting

Light up Prince George in this Specialized Role! About our community: Boasting a high quality of life and standard of living, Prince George has all the amenities of a large city mixed with the friendliness and appeal of a smaller community. It is a regional centre for close to 326,000 people for shopping, education, health care, the arts, and sports. Prince George's central location in the province offers work/life balance with unparalleled access to four-season outdoor recreation activities that are complemented by a full range of urban amenities and a comprehensive transportation infrastructure that connects residents, businesses, resources, and agricultural products to markets around the world. And it is only a short drive to almost anywhere in Prince George – spend less time commuting and more time doing what matters most to you! Discover all these opportunities and more! About our organization: The City of Prince George is committed to ensuring a positive, well-balanced work environment for its employees. With opportunities for employee training and professional development, we offer a safe and supportive workplace in which to serve our community. The City of Prince George is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse community we serve and that diversity fosters innovation, enhances service delivery, and is a benefit to all. About the opportunity: Self-motivated and able to work independently, you will be responsible for electrical related operations and maintenance related to sanitary sewer pump stations, wastewater treatment plants and lagoons, storm sewer pump stations, water pump stations, District Renewable Energy sites, street lighting, and traffic signals at the journeyperson level involving electrical maintenance, repair, alteration, and installation tasks at these sites, along with other City facilities. A skilled problem solver with a strong safety record, you will ensure that work conforms to required standards and objectives. About your background: Equipped with a Grade 12 diploma and a valid Interprovincial Electrician qualification, you bring a minimum of three years of experience as a Journeyperson Electrician working with industrial motor controls, traffic flow control systems, and related electrical maintenance and installation. You have a strong understanding of electrical practices, safety regulations, and the ability to interpret blueprints and technical diagrams. A proactive problem solver with sound judgment and strong communication skills, you work effectively both independently and in a collaborative team environment. You take pride in delivering high-quality work while maintaining a strong commitment to safety and service excellence. A valid full privilege Class 5 BC driver's license (or out of province equivalent) is required. Why you will love working for our Utilities team at the City of Prince George: • Showcase your technical skills working on the City's electrical infrastructure. • Enjoy a competitive wage of $47.29 per hour plus a comprehensive benefits and pension package. If you are interested in joining our team, please apply by November 20, 2026 to: http://princegeorgejobs.prevueaps.ca/jobs/ Want to know more about this exciting career? Please refer to the job description for more details! Want to know more about living and working in Prince George? Please visit: Move Up Prince George / City of Prince George The City of Prince George thanks all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.