Master Electrician

Master Electrician (Fire & Life Safety Systems)
Calgary, AB

REAL-R is hiring an experienced Master Electrician to lead and support fire alarm and life safety projects across Alberta. This is a high-impact role where your expertise ensures critical systems protecting people and property are installed, maintained, and verified to the highest standards.

If you are a hands-on leader who takes pride in safety, code compliance, and mentoring others, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership position with long-term stability.

• Act as the designated Master Electrician responsible for permits and electrical code compliance

• Lead installation, maintenance, and upgrades of fire alarm and life safety systems

• Supervise and support electricians and apprentices in the field

• Perform inspections, testing, verification, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems

• Review drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes

• Coordinate with clients, engineers, inspectors, and project teams

• Complete documentation including permits, reports, and service records

• Support system commissioning, programming, and ongoing maintenance

• Promote a strong safety culture and participate in safety meetings and reviews

• Valid Alberta Master Electrician certification (required)

• Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)

• 10+ years of experience post-journeyperson

• Strong experience with fire alarm or life safety systems

• Solid knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code

• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with clean abstract

• Experience leading crews or mentoring apprentices

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications

• CFAA certification or fire alarm manufacturer training

• Experience with emergency lighting, exit systems, or suppression systems

• Background in healthcare, high-rise, or industrial projects

• Familiarity with digital reporting tools and basic computer systems

• Competitive pay based on experience

• Company vehicle or allowance

• Tools and PPE provided

• Long-term, stable work in a specialized and growing industry

• Opportunity to lead projects and mentor developing electricians

• Field-based role across Alberta

• Work in commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-residential settings

You will play a key role in delivering life safety systems that truly matter. This is a chance to work with a skilled team, take ownership of your projects, and build a long-term career in a high-demand field.