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Our mission is to serve as Canada’s particle accelerator centre. We advance isotope science and technology, both fundamental and applied. We collaborate across communities and disciplines, from nuclear and particle physics to the life and material sciences. We discover and innovate, inspire and educate, creating knowledge and opportunity for all.
TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.
Are you a Red Seal Electrician with 7+ years of industrial or commercial experience?
You could be a great fit for this opportunity if you bring:
Expert electrical trade skills: Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and operate complex high- and low-voltage electrical systems, including AC/DC power systems, motor controls, VFDs, UPS, generators, fire alarm systems, and lighting
Technical expertise: Read and interpret electrical drawings and circuit diagrams, diagnose complex electrical issues, and ensure installations meet the Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), manufacturer specifications, and safety regulations
Leadership & mentorship: Supervise regulated electrical work, provide guidance to apprentices and technicians, and promote safe work practices in accordance with the Safety Standards Act (BC)
Collaboration & problem-solving: Work effectively with engineers, contractors, technicians, scientists, and multidisciplinary teams to support critical research infrastructure and complex facility operations
Why TRIUMF?
Work on one-of-a-kind scientific facilities and advanced electrical systems supporting Canada's national laboratory
Be part of a collaborative team of skilled tradespeople, engineers, scientists, and technical professionals
Tackle diverse and technically challenging electrical projects in a unique research environment
Build your career through continuous learning, mentorship, and exposure to cutting-edge technology
Enjoy comprehensive health and wellness benefits, a strong safety culture, and excellent work-life balance with 3 weeks of vacation, increasing to 4 weeks after two years
If this sounds like you, apply now and join our team!
More details about this position:
BASIC FUNCTION:
As a journeyperson electrician, you will function at an expert level in your trade and apply your knowledge, skill and experience to a wide range of complex projects. Your work will involve a diverse scope including, but not limited to, the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of high and low voltage systems (both AC and DC) serving conventional infrastructure and customized scientific setups, a Siemens mXL fire alarm system, diesel generators, transfer switches, emergency lighting, motor controls and uninterruptible power supplies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Consistent with trade qualifications, installs low voltage and high voltage equipment systems, cable tray and conduit systems, grounding, building ventilation and heating systems, fans, motors and starters, VFDs, fire alarm systems, or lighting systems
Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams, and determine wiring layout for new and existing installations
Perform troubleshooting and analyzing electrical issues to ensure system reliability
Conduct repairs, reconditioning and re-installing electrical equipment
Performs work in compliance with applicable codes, instructions, and safety regulations and in accordance with work orders, drawings, documents and schedules
May be assigned responsibility for providing training, monitoring and/or oversight for regulated work performed under the Safety Standards Act and regulations. This may include checking the work of apprentices, labourers, technicians or others as required
Ensures work is performed as per current trade wiring methods, installations practices, and maintenance concepts, technology, and theory; and in line with manufacturer and regulatory installation and maintenance requirements
Provide guidance and mentorship to other employees within job area
May be requested to come in off-hours in the case of an operational emergency
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Supervise and review work by non-journeypersons when they perform regulated work as defined by the Safety Standards Act (BC). This is an individual contributor role with occasional day-to-day supervisory responsibilities but with no requirement for resource management or the leadership of others.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of the CEC, and the ability to ensure the work complies with all legal, safety, and professional requirements.
Ability to work with an electrical contractor.
Ability to prepare material’s take off for procurement.
Ensure that all tools, instruments, and equipment are in good and safe operating condition.
Advanced knowledge of, and commitment to, a modern approach to electrical safety.
Demonstrated ability to supervise, including the ability to select the appropriate means and methods necessary to complete complex electrical installations and to continuously assess and mitigate hazards.
NUCLEAR ENERGY WORKER:
The position requires the incumbent to be trained and designated as a TRIUMF Nuclear Energy Worker . The success incumbent will be trained by TRIUMF.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Canadian Inter-provincial Qualification (Red Seal) in the Trade of Electrician or a certificate of qualifications (BC TQ) in Electrical Trade
Over seven years of related experience in commercial and industrial plant installations or equivalent.
Proven safety record.
FSR certification is an asset
COMPENSATION:
Annual salary of $82,535.00 CAD plus our comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan.
Applicants must be legally able to work in Canada on a permanent basis (Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident).
Position type:
Permanent
Hours per week:
37.5
At TRIUMF, we value our employees and are committed to providing a competitive total rewards package. We offer comprehensive benefits that promote the well-being and security of our staff and provide an excellent opportunity to grow your career in a high-profile national research facility, where you can make a difference.
Benefits Information:
- TRIUMF paid dental, extended health, vision care, emergency travel assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Life Insurance, and supplementary Wellness Benefits.
- Excellent Employee Pension Plan
- Disability benefits, and optional additional Life insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
- Generous time away
- Maternity and paternity leaves and top-ups
August 16, 2026
Apply now and be part of our extraordinary journey.
Learn more about the amazing research and work we do at TRIUMF.
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Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalised on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Contact information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 604.222.1047
Fax: 604.222.3791
4004 Wesbrook Mall - Vancouver, BC - V6T 2A3
TRIUMF is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the xwməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam) People, who for millennia have passed on their culture, history, and traditions from one generation to the next on this site.
