NASL - Airport Electrician

The Opportunity                                                                              

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.