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The Facilities Electrical Technician is responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing electrical, fire life safety, and building automation systems across the facility. This role supports preventative maintenance, emergency response, and system upgrades while ensuring compliance with codes, safety standards, and standard operating procedures. They collaborate with contractors and tradespeople, interpret technical documentation, maintain accurate records, and contribute to asset reliability, energy efficiency, and operational continuity through proactive maintenance and problem-solving.
What success looks like
- Maintain, service,
inspect, and repair electrical, fire life safety, and building automation
systems, including but not limited to power distribution, emergency and
backup systems, lighting and control systems, fire alarm systems, and
communication systems.
- Conduct routine and
detailed inspections to identify wear, performance degradation, faults,
loose connections, overloaded circuits or safety and code compliance
issues, etc.
- Perform
preventative maintenance following PM schedules, task checklists,
manufacturer specifications, and industry best practices. Typical tasks
include inspecting wiring and connections, testing and calibrating devices
and sensors, and maintaining distribution, lighting, control, and
automation systems, etc.
- Diagnose and
troubleshoot system issues including but not limited to electrical faults,
power disruptions, control system errors, sensor malfunctions, or failures
in lighting or automation systems. Complete repairs within trade scope,
escalating complex issues.
- Respond to alarms,
service calls, tickets, and operational disruptions to support emergency
response, maintain occupant safety, and ensure continuous building
operations. Implement temporary solutions and coordinate follow-up
repairs.
- Coordinate the
inspection, testing, maintenance, and operation of electrical vaults,
power distribution, fire alarm, and building automation systems. Act as
the subject matter expert for troubleshooting, performance optimization,
and system integration.
- Maintain accurate
records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and system
modifications to support compliance, traceability, asset management, and
knowledge sharing. Prepare reports summarizing work completed, issues
identified, and recommendations for improvements.
- Monitor inventory
of tools, consumables, and parts, and coordinate reordering as needed to
ensure maintenance readiness and operational continuity.
- Support capital and
operational projects involving electrical, fire life safety, and building
automation upgrades, replacements, and retrofits by reviewing design
documents, provide input on maintainability of designs, coordinating
infrastructure tie-ins and system shutdowns, and assisting with system
integration.
- Collaborate with
engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure project compliance with
all applicable codes, standards, drawings, specifications, and best
practices.
- Review and
interpret technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, and
specifications to ensure accurate installations and integration with
existing systems.
- Identify and
recommend opportunities to enhance system performance, energy efficiency,
safety, and sustainability. Contribute to lifecycle planning, energy
management initiatives, asset management, and long-term infrastructure
improvements.
- Adhere to all
workplace safety regulations, environmental codes, trade standards, and
legislation. Stay current on regulatory updates and emerging technologies,
and participate in training, toolbox talks, audits, and inspections to
promote continuous improvement and a strong safety culture.
- Identify and
mitigate any hazardous situations, taking immediate action to make safe
and reporting unresolved concerns to supervisors.
- Support
inspections, maintenance, repairs, and projects as required, collaborating
with tradespeople, contractors, and other personnel under the supervisor's
direction.
- Guide assigned
workers in the performance of the work, as required.
- Acquire the annual
electrical operating permit for the Canada Place Facility.
- Perform other
assigned duties as required and operate tools and equipment.
What you bring:
- Completion of a
high school diploma, along with a valid electrical trade certification and
a minimum of 5 years of post-certification experience in electrical
systems within a similar environment.
- A valid electrical
Field Safety Representative (FSR) Class A license is required.
- Completion of fire
alarm system testing and inspection course is required or must be obtained
within 6 months of employment.
- Proficiency in MS
Office Suite, building automation systems, and maintenance management
systems is required.
- A Registered Fire
Protection Technician (ASTTBC) certification and formal training in
building automation are considered assets.
- Must be a
dependable, safety-conscious individual with strong technical knowledge of
electrical, fire life safety and building automation systems.
- Requires the
ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced,
service-oriented environment while exercising sound judgment and
initiative.
- Must be physically
capable of performing demanding tasks, including work in confined spaces,
at heights, and near water.
- Strong
problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential for
interacting effectively with team members, contractors, and the public.
- A proactive
approach to preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance, and continuous
improvement is expected.
What we offer:
- Market-competitive
base salaries and variable incentive plan
- Generous and
inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan
- Flexible remote
work program
- Earned time off
program
- Paid vacation and
personal care leave
- Learning,
development, and advancement opportunities
- Onsite gym with
towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’s
waterfront
- Friendly, unique,
and respectful workplace
Salary: The starting rate for this position is $60.13 per
hour, with scheduled wage progression in accordance with the International
Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Local 517 collective agreement. Based on a
40 hour work week.
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Job type: Bargaining Unit, Full-Time, Temporary, In-office
Working environment: This position is
required to work in diverse environments, including exposure to noise, odors,
dust, fumes, and varying weather conditions. Tasks may require working at
heights, over water, or in confined spaces, with occasional heavy lifting and
potential exposure to unsanitary conditions.
MARINE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY CLEARANCE
The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid Marine Transportation Security Clearance as this position is required to access restricted areas/information as defined by the Marine Transportation Security Regulations.
At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we
are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity
of our port community. We believe our strength comes from the diverse
perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our people. We welcome applications
from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous Peoples, women, persons
with disabilities, racialized individuals, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community,
and other equity-deserving groups.
Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process and while working with the port authority. If you require assistance with applying to our openings or are seeking accommodations to apply in an alternative format, please contact us through a confidential, secure inbox at accessibility@portvancouver.com. We are committed to supporting your needs and will do our best to provide the necessary assistance.
We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on
the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm
(Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
To learn more about our First Nation relations and commitment to
reconciliation, please visit our website.
