Apprentice Electrician
(Temporary, Full-Time) - (1941)
Close Date
June 3, 2026
At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.
We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!
Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.
Position Overview
An exciting opportunity exists for a temporary, full-time Apprentice Electrician with the City of Kamloops! We are looking for a 3rd or 4th year apprentice who is a motivated and safety sensitive team player. Under the direction of a Journeyperson Electrician, this role will assist with the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical systems and equipment in municipal buildings, infrastructure, and public facilities.
Your contribution to our mission is recognized through an excellent compensation package that includes a best-in-class pension plan along with incredible perks that directly impact your wallet. Stay healthy with our free gyms, subsidized recreation programs, and employee wellbeing benefits. Kamloops is known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and we are famous for our hospitality and community spirit; traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience.
Our ideal candidate will posses the following qualifications:
- Completion of year two of schooling towards completion of a Red Seal Trades Qualification in Electrical.
- Valid BC Driver’s Licence - Class 5
- Minimum 2500 hours working on electrical installation, maintenance and repair.
For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. A comprehensive benefits package is included with this position. This is a CUPE local 900 position.
For further information on the Electrician position, please see the attached job description for the fully qualified position and review the attached Letter of Understanding for the Electrician conditions.
This is a temporary position for approximately one year.
Hourly Rate
$40.570 to $45.343 (2025)
Hours & Days of Work
Fortnight 7am to 4pm Monday to Thursday with every second Friday 7am to 3pm
Hours per Week
40
Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email hr@kamloops.ca or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.
External job postings are open to everyone. We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest. Please be sure to review the application requirements of each job you apply for. Only those selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
To Apply
To apply for this position, please visit our website at www.kamloops.ca/city-hall/career-opportunities
