Job Description

Merit Ontario is a construction association supporting small to large construction companies with workforce needs across Ontario. Our talent specialists provide recruitment services and customized solutions to find quality candidates.

Our member is looking to hire an Apprentice in the 309A Electrician – Construction and Maintenance trade, for their team in Vaughan, ON. Candidates must be driven, focused, and prepared to follow instructions given by their assigned Journeyperson.

Tasks performed by apprentices:

Installation of emt, rigid steel, aluminum and pvc conduit systems, bending, terminating, installing on concrete, racking and other surfaces along with associated boxes, panelboards and switchgear for power, communications, security, fire alarm and other like systems.
Installation of wires and cables inside of conduit systems as well as fastening cables to various surfaces.
Installation of various types of power outlets and receptacles, lighting fixtures and lighting control equipment.
Building of racking systems and mounting assemblies for electrical systems and equipment.
Termination of wiring in distribution and branch circuits in panelboards, control assemblies, splitters, transformers, rectifiers and like equipment.
Use of PPE that is universal as well as specialized to the electrical trade.
Use of equipment to aid in carrying out the work such as power driven lifts, carts, ladders, forklifts, pallet jacks and like equipment.
Good workmanship carried out in a safe manner with attention to efficiency, cleanliness and cooperation with the team.

Education:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
College Diploma (not required, but an asset)
Completion of a pre-apprenticeship program (not required but an asset)

Preferred Certification/Licenses:

WHMIS
Working at Heights
4 Step Worker Awareness

Additional requirements:

Own vehicle
Valid G class driver’s license with a clean record
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Disclaimer: Although Merit Ontario employs artificial intelligence enabled tools to conduct initial application screening based on job-related criteria, decisions about who progresses in the hiring process are always made by people. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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