We seek Journeyman or Apprentice Electricians with relevant Mountain Resort and Ski Industry experience.

With a consistent focus on safety, the Electrician will also have a history of producing quality work with attention to detail that meets or exceeds industry standards.

Selected Candidates Can Be Expected To

Install, examine, replace, or repair AC/DC Motors and Drives, PLC’s, 480-volt power, 120-volt control circuits, transformers, motors, starters, relays and electrical controls.
Install, examine, replace, or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, feeders, fiber-optic and coaxial cable assemblies, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
Install, examine, replace, or repair generators, alternators, and industrial storage batteries.
Size and install electrical circuits including panels, wire size and type, conduit, protective devices, switches, and related equipment needed to comply with the CEC and/or CSA Z-98
Fabricate, install, and/or run conduit, 3-Phase work, motor terminations, control and instrument troubleshooting and panel work.
Test electrical and electronic equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections and testing of various electrical systems (including

electrical for facility maintenance and operations.)

Correct wiring and connections on machinery controls where incorrect applications could cause

damage and hazardous conditions.

Conduct preventive maintenance programs and keeps maintenance records.
Work on systems operating at 240 volts, 480 volts wye, 480 volts delta, 4160-volt switchgear,

transformers and motors by following electrical drawings and using test instruments such as a voltmeters, ammeters and PC’s, scope and other diagnostic tools.

Read and interprets drawings, blueprints, schematics, and electrical code specifications to determine layout of industrial electrical equipment installations.
Quickly repair electrical failures and replace parts where up time of Ski Lifts can be affected.
Comply with standards and procedures of the RCR Policy & Safety Manual and Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.

Qualifications

Journeyman or registered AIT apprentice Electrician
2 – 5 years’ experience an electrician performing electrical maintenance and installation in a resort environment
Possess a high degree of initiative, creativity, communication skills, self-supervision, and respect for safety requirements.
Be a team player and work closely with maintenance, operations, engineering, and outside services when needed.
Have a flexible work schedule – overtime and weekends and schedule changes as required of this position especially during winter season.
Be proficient in fundamentals of lockout/tagout.
Have a knowledge or ability to interpret the Canadian Electric Code and CSA Z-98 code
Be able to understand a project request from upper management, lay it out, determine and order materials needed and be responsible for successful completion and start-up.
Possess the ability to read electrical schematics, diagrams, and blueprints.
Be experienced in performing preventive maintenance tasks, taking corrective action for repairs, and be knowledgeable in electrical equipment installations.
Have experience with AC & DC motors and drives and PLC’s
Be able to climb ladders, towers, and no fear of working at heights with proper PPE

Personal qualities

Proud of the work that you do as a team player.
Go the extra mile to finish what you start.
Openly share your ideas and skills with team members.
Clear respect and support for the complimentary trades.
Work with a safe approach in everything that you do.

Additional Details Of What We Offer.

Comprehensive company benefit plan after 90 days employment
A staff season’s pass for the resort
Discounts on food, retail and hotels
Shuttle from Calgary, Cochrane and Canmore if required.
Pro-deals
Staff events- meet great people who share a passion for the mountain lifestyle!

Please Note

For your safety and the safety of everyone around you, the following with be required:

Meet RCR workplace policy
Valid Class 5 drivers’ license and a clean Drivers Abstract
Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing may be requested.
Proof of current apprentice or Journeyman status.
Two professional references

We thank all applicants for their interest in RCR Nakiska. We regret that only those applicants eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship may be considered for this roll. Only those that qualify will be contacted.

If you think your a good fit for our team please apply to:

[email protected]

Application Deadline

Aug 31/26

Job Types: Full-time, Year-Round Permanent

Apprentice Electrician

How to apply

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