Calgary, AB
Are you an experienced Electrician looking for more than just another electrical job?
REAL-R is searching for a Electrician for a respected leader in fire alarm & life safety systems. This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects that protect people and property while leading skilled electricians and apprentices in a specialized, high-demand industry.
If you're passionate about quality workmanship, electrical code compliance, and developing others, we'd like to hear from you.
✔ Competitive compensation based on experience
✔ Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
✔ Tools and PPE provided
✔ Long-term, stable employment
✔ Leadership role with real responsibility
✔ Work with an experienced, supportive team
✔ Opportunity to mentor the next generation of electricians
✔ Specialized work in one of the industry's fastest-growing sectors
As the designated Electrician, you'll provide technical leadership while ensuring every project meets the highest standards of safety and compliance.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Acting as the designated Master Electrician for permits and code compliance
- Leading the installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of fire alarm and life safety systems
- Supervising and mentoring electricians and apprentices
- Performing inspections, testing, verification, and commissioning
- Reviewing drawings and specifications for code compliance
- Working closely with customers, engineers, inspectors, and project managers
- Completing permits, service reports, inspection documentation, and project records
- Supporting programming, commissioning, and ongoing system maintenance
- Promoting a strong safety culture on every project
- Prefer Alberta Master Electrician certification
- Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)
- 10+ years of electrical experience after obtaining your Journeyperson certification
- Experience with fire alarm or life safety systems
- Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driving record
- Experience leading crews, coordinating projects, or mentoring apprentices
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications
We'll be especially interested if you also have:
- CFAA certification
- Fire alarm manufacturer certifications
- Experience with emergency lighting, exit systems, or fire suppression systems
- Healthcare, industrial, institutional, or high-rise project experience
- Experience using digital reporting and service management software
This is a field-based position supporting projects throughout Alberta.
You'll work on a variety of commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-residential facilities, giving you diverse and rewarding project experience.
Every system you install, inspect, or verify helps protect lives.
This is an opportunity to build a long-term career where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes a difference, and your work has a direct impact on the safety of thousands of people.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Master Electrician, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today.
