Apply For A Career With Patriot
We welcome applications from all over — just send in your resume. We are proud sponsors of electrical persons through the Skilled Trades BC, and are proud to support the co-op program at UVic and Camosun College. See below for our current openings and specific application instructions. If you don't see an opening for a role you're interested in, feel free to send your resume anytime to admin@patriotelectric.ca.
CURRENT OPENINGS
JOURNEYPERSON ELECTRICIAN
BACKGROUND
Patriot Electric Ltd. is a locally owned and operated electrical contractor providing diversified electrical services in commercial and residential applications. Since 2001, our business has established a reputation built on commitment to quality installations while staying current with rapidly evolving technologies, equipment, and logistics. We believe that quality installations require professional support. We pride ourselves in providing our clients and our own installers with installation packages which include professional and accurate designs, necessary materials, and resources to address discrepancies, change orders, and any other conflict which may arise during and after the installation.
Victoria’s construction boom has given Patriot Electric Ltd. an opportunity to expand our team. We are looking for a driven Journeyman Electrician to join our team collaborating with our estimators, project managers, and apprentices to contribute to Patriot Electric Ltd.'s commitment to quality, and business goals.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Journeyman Electrician is responsible for collaborating with other staff in planning and organizing projects to lead an installation and oversee all aspects of a project while adhering to appropriate legislations, and policies and goals of the organization. The key functions of the Journeyman are not just to carry out electrical installations: apprentice development, commitment to quality, and professional presentation of installations are some things that Patriot Electric Ltd. promotes and expects from its crew of Journeyman.
Collaborating with suppliers, contractors and professionals in the electrical and general construction industry, the Journeyman will be managing and assisting crews, and leading installations on commercial and residential projects and job sites in following areas:
- Electrical Service and Distribution Electric Vehicle Chargers (Tesla Approved Installer)
- Life and Safety Devices and Systems Passive Homes and Smart Systems
- Lighting Control and Home Automation Audio/Video System Installations
- Data/Tel System Networks CCTV, Security, and Door Access Control
- Multi-unit Renovation upgrades
ABILITIES
Organizational and multi-tasking skills including an ability to adapt to tight deadlines and frequent change of priorities
Excellent communication (verbal and written) and customer service skills while working well with different personality styles
Take initiative to be a safety leader and promote safe work practices regarding and Canadian Electrical
Code and associated legislations
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Excellent knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, skill to navigate it to obtain necessary information
Excellent knowledge of industry products, practices and standards
Accurate interpretation of electrical drawings to conduct installation to specifications
Utilizing available resources to obtain necessary documentation
Knowledge of MS Office 365
- Accessing reports, plans and project documents in Word, Excel and Cloud databases
- Fill out job sheets and submit to office
Planning out projects by collaborating with various departments and occupations to define clear project goals, deliverables, timelines, constraints etc.
Awareness of project activities including financials, schedules, risk mitigations, deadlines, and overall quality
Verbal and written communication skills
Strong time management skills, specifically the ability to multi-task and prioritize a high workload
QUALIFICATONS
Electrical Journeyman certification and/or past Electrical Project Management experience
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $28.00-$40.00 per hour
Additional pay:
- Overtime pay
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 8-hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Journeyman Electricians: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers Licence (preferred)
- FSR (preferred)
APPRENTICE ELECTRICIAN
BACKGROUND
Patriot Electric Ltd. is a locally owned and operated electrical contractor providing diversified electrical services in commercial and residential applications. Since 2001, our business has established a reputation built on commitment to quality installations while staying current with rapidly evolving technologies, equipment, and logistics. We believe in a strong apprentice development program necessary for the level of quality we expect form our Red Seal Electricians. We pride ourselves in providing our installers and employees with top quality installation packages and professional support to facilitate successful installations and projects.
Victoria’s construction boom has given Patriot Electric Ltd. an opportunity to expand our team. We are looking for a driven Electrical Apprentice to join our team collaborating with our office staff and field crews, contributing to Patriot Electric Ltd.'s Commitment to Quality, industry reputations and business goals.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Electrical Apprentice will work under the direct supervision of Electricians as trainees and assistants performing all aspects of electrical work consistent to that of your experience and training. While developing your skills as an electrician, Patriot Electric Ltd. is committed to providing you with an opportunity for a sound foundation assisting with installations on commercial and residential projects and job sites in following areas:
- Electrical Service and Distribution
- Life and Safety Devices and Systems
- Lighting Control and Home Automation
- Electric Vehicle Chargers (Tesla Approved Installer)
- Passive Homes and Smart Systems
- Audio/Video System Installations
ABILITIES
Organizational and multi-tasking skills including adapting to tight deadlines and frequent change of priorities
Excellent communication (verbal and written)
Take initiative to be a safety leader and promote safe work practices regarding and Canadian Electrical Code and associated legislation's
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code and skill to navigate it to obtain necessary information
Accurate interpretation of electrical drawings to conduct installation to specifications
Utilizing available resources to obtain necessary documentation
Awareness of project activities including, schedules, risk mitigation, deadlines, and overall quality
QUALIFICATIONS
Enrollment in an accredited Electrical Apprentice Training program
Previous experience in a construction industry is an asset
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Salary: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Patriot Electric Ltd. is proud to provide safety measures for apprentices according to WCB and the Provincial health authorities latest recommendations.
Experience:
- Electrical: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Drivers Licence (preferred)
