Service New Brunswick
Industrial Electrician
Permanent, Full-Time
Saint John
Open Competition

Service New Brunswick is seeking an individual to join the Laundry and Linen Services Branch within Health Services Division as an Industrial Electrician in Saint John.
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities, but are not limited to:

• Repair and maintain all aspects of electrical systems
• Electrical panel replacement
• Diagnose electrical problems (circuits)
• Replace receptacles, switches and fixtures
• Air exchanger maintenance in multi-unit buildings
• Perform work orders
• Monitor work of contractors; arrange for services; check electrical contractor work to ensure done to code
• Interact (face to face) with clients; assess problem, determine needs on electrical/maintenance issues
• Perform material inventory; replenish as required
• Perform other duties such as conveyor belts and automation adjustments, motors and regular plant and equipment repairs

Related duties may be assigned as necessary for operational requirements.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of high school or GED
• Possession of a journeyperson's certificate in the electrical occupation as issued under the Apprenticeship and Occupation Certification Act of the Province of New Brunswick
• Written and spoken competence in English is required

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration. Please state your language capability on your application and ensure that preferred language for assessment is clearly identified.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of safe operating procedures
• Experience with routine maintenance operations
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Ability to work well with others as well as independently.
• Good attendance record and strong work ethic.
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment.

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• You must be available to work rotating days, evenings, nights, weekend, and Statutory Holidays.
• The successful candidate will be required to undergo a Criminal History Clearance prior to appointment.

Resumes should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.

Hourly Rate: $31.43 - Canadian Union of Public Employees - Local 1190

We encourage applicants to apply online by clicking here, before August 21, 2025 indicating competition number R85-2025/26-360. In the unlikely event that you experience technical difficulties or are unable to complete your application online, contact [email protected].

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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