Electrician @ Aerotek

Electrical Apprentice / Journeyperson (2nd Year and Above)Job DescriptionJoin an established electrical contractor delivering high-rise and mid-rise residential towers, mixed-use developments, and commercial construction projects throughout the Lower Mainland. This role focuses on electrical installation work on major construction sites, primarily in Burnaby and Vancouver, providing hands-on experience across rough-in, finishing, and slab work while collaborating closely with experienced tradespeople.

Responsibilities

• Install electrical systems on high-rise and mid-rise residential and commercial construction projects.
• Perform rough-in installations for residential and commercial suites, including wiring, boxes, and supports.
• Complete finishing work such as device installation, lighting, and final electrical connections.
• Assist with slab work and conduit installation, including EMT and other conduit types as required.
• Pull wire and install boxes, supports, cable tray systems, and related electrical components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and specifications to execute work accurately.
• Follow site safety procedures, company standards, and regulatory requirements at all times.
• Work collaboratively with foremen, journeypersons, apprentices, and other trades on site.
• Adapt to different project types including high-rise residential, mid-rise developments, and commercial installations.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and properly use and care for tools and equipment.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of experience performing electrical installation work on residential high-rise, mid-rise, or commercial construction projects.
• Demonstrated rough-in experience, including wiring, box installation, and basic layout work.
• Demonstrated finishing experience, including devices, lighting, and final terminations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction drawings.
• Strong work ethic with a track record of reliability and consistent attendance.
• Positive, professional attitude with willingness to learn and take direction.
• Ownership of basic hand tools required for electrical work.
• Ownership and use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Reliable transportation to travel to various project sites throughout Metro Vancouver.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate effectively with foremen, journeypersons, and other trades.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and adhere to company standards on active construction sites.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience on high-rise residential construction projects.
• Experience on mid-rise wood-frame or concrete residential developments.
• Background in commercial electrical installations and mixed-use construction.
• Exposure to slab and parkade electrical work.
• Hands-on experience with EMT and conduit installation.
• Familiarity with fire alarm systems and lighting systems.
• Mature, professional demeanor in a busy construction environment.
• Demonstrated leadership ability or lead hand experience, with potential to supervise others over time.
• Ambitious mindset with a desire to move into more senior roles and take on greater responsibility.
• Resilience and thick-skinned attitude, comfortable working in fast-paced, demanding site conditions.
• Flexibility with changing site locations across Burnaby, Vancouver, and the broader Lower Mainland.
• Continuous improvement mentality, actively seeking to expand skills and knowledge.
• Loyal and committed approach to team and projects, with interest in long-term opportunities.

Why Work Here? You will join a company that focuses on training, investing in people, and providing clear pathways for career growth. The culture emphasizes promoting from within, allowing motivated individuals to advance into senior roles over time. You can expect competitive compensation based on experience and apprenticeship level, with opportunities for overtime on select projects and exposure to major residential and commercial developments across the Lower Mainland. The team environment is supportive, offering ongoing skill development and a strong backlog of work, including significant project volume planned into 2027, providing stability and long-term opportunity.

Work EnvironmentMost projects are located in the Burnaby and Vancouver area, with work on active high-rise, mid-rise, and commercial construction sites. Typical shifts run Monday to Friday, starting at either 6:30 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. and finishing around 3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., depending on the site. You will report directly to a foreman and work closely with journeypersons, apprentices, and other trades in a busy, collaborative environment. The role involves regular use of standard electrical tools, cable tray systems, conduit, and other construction-related equipment, and requires appropriate PPE and site-appropriate attire suitable for a construction setting. With substantial work already in the pipeline through 2027, the environment offers consistent project activity and opportunities to gain experience across a variety of building types.

Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Burnaby, BC.

Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $39.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Burnaby,BC.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de laviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons lexpertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de lindustrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers lAmérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions daffaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi quun programme daide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe dégalité daccès à lemploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de lâge, de la couleur, de la religion, de lorigine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de lorientation sexuelle, de lidentité de genre, de linformation génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

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About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.