Journeyperson Electrician (Commercial) – Nunavut, Northwest Territories & Alberta
Join a Team That Takes Pride in Quality Work
Nexphase Electric is looking for an experienced Journeyperson Electrician to join our growing team. We specialize in commercial electrical construction and service work throughout Nunavut and the Northwest Territories, with occasional projects in Alberta.
If you’re looking for more than just another electrical job and enjoy challenging projects, remote work, and the opportunity to grow into a leadership role, we’d like to hear from you.
Compensation
· Starting wage: $45.00/hour
· Overtime paid after 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week
· Travel provided for remote projects
· Living Out Allowance (LOA) or meals provided, depending on accommodations
· Opportunities for wage increases based on performance, leadership, and technical ability
For our northern projects, typical rotations are 28 days on / 14 days off, allowing for extended time at home between projects.
About the Role
Our work requires electricians who are comfortable working in a wide variety of commercial environments, from schools and healthcare facilities to municipal buildings and other institutional projects. Many of our jobs are in remote communities where planning, independence, and professionalism are essential.
The successful candidate must be capable of working independently when required while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
Qualifications & Experience
Required:
· Journeyperson Electrician certification
· Experience in commercial electrical construction
· Valid driver’s license
· Strong communication and organizational skills
· Ability to travel and work rotational schedules in remote communities
Experience with the following systems is required:
· Three-phase power distribution
· Single-phase electrical systems
· Commercial lighting systems
· Lighting control systems
· Fire alarm systems
· Security systems
· Fiber optic installations and terminations
· Cat6 structured cabling and data communications
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is someone who:
· Takes pride in producing high-quality workmanship
· Can confidently work alone in remote locations when required
· Thinks ahead and plans work efficiently
· Has strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
· Identifies potential issues before they become costly delays
· Communicates material requirements and project concerns proactively with the Project Management team
· Maintains a professional attitude with clients, subcontractors, and coworkers
· Is dependable, adaptable, and motivated to continuously improve
Safety First
Safety is a core value at Nexphase Electric.
Every employee is expected to:
· Follow all company Health & Safety policies and procedures
· Participate in daily hazard assessments and safety meetings
· Maintain a clean and organized work area
· Lead by example in creating a safe work environment
· Promote safe work practices with apprentices and subcontractors
Leadership Opportunities
We’re looking for electricians who want to build a career—not just fill a position.
Candidates who demonstrate exceptional leadership, planning, communication, and technical ability will have opportunities to advance into Remote Foreman positions with increased responsibility and compensation.
Technology & Communication
Technology is an important part of how we manage projects.
Our field teams are provided with Microsoft Surface computers, giving them access to:
· Microsoft SharePoint for drawings and project documentation
· Instant Messaging Applications for communication and collaboration
· Email
· Digital project information and documentation
Applicants should be comfortable using technology and willing to learn our digital project management systems.
Why Join Nexphase Electric?
· Competitive wages with overtime
· Northern rotational schedules
· Challenging commercial projects
· Modern tools and technology
· Strong safety culture
· Opportunities for advancement
· Work with a professional, supportive team
· Build a long-term career with a growing company
If you’re an experienced commercial electrician who enjoys solving problems, working independently, and taking ownership of your work, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Nexphase Electric team.
Pay: From $45.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
