Wiring Inspector

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Meter & Inspection Services

Location: Truro, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Full time, Regular

Salary: $49.70 per hour as per IBEW Collective Agreement Local 1928

Closing Date: October 29, 2025

Reference: 2025-4710

We are looking for a Wiring Inspector to join our team. Reporting to the Field Supervisor, you will join a hardworking and dedicated team of professionals at our Truro location.

Key elements of this role include:

• As a member of the Meter & Inspection Services Team, you will be responsible to inspect domestic, commercial, industrial and military electrical installations and perform related duties as required.
• You will be required to learn to install, commission and maintain all polyphase and single-phase meters with or without instrument transformers for metering installations, including all associated documentation and perform meter installation work as required.
• You will be required to multi-task between wiring inspections and complex meter work and will work as a team player in the diverse environment of regional operations being pro-active in assistance with operational activities as required.
• You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
• You must locate your principal residence within 30 minutes of headquarters and be available to assist with after hour emergency service restoration.
• You will be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the Environmental Management System processes and initiatives.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• A Grade XII education or equivalent and a valid certificate of qualification in the Electrical Construction Trade are required.
• You must be approved by the Nova Scotia Provincial Fire Marshal and NSPI's Chief Electrical Inspector; and in addition must comply with NSP standard qualifications for the Wiring Inspector position.
• You must be eligible for membership in the International Association of Electrical Inspectors and have a minimum of five years' experience as a Journeyperson Electrician in the domestic and commercial electrical construction field with foreman/lead hand experience, and to be well versed with the current edition of the Canadian Electrical Code and NSP utility standards.
• You shall possess strong computer skills with knowledge of computer applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft SharePoint (Team Web Site), Microsoft Outlook (email), Microsoft Word (letters), and Microsoft Excel (Templates / Spreadsheets).
• Knowledge of Maximo and G4 Scheduling and Dispatch applications would be an asset.
• The incumbent must be eligible for certification as a Certified Electrical Inspector by the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI).
• You will be able to work with minimum supervision, deal effectively with contractors, customers and the general public, demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and be able to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Must be able to lift 28 lbs. from the floor to waist on a minimal basis. ?
• Able to carry 20 lbs. with both hands occasionally, with the overall ability to carry 28 lbs. occasionally.
• Perform static reaching from waist level to overhead level on an occasional basis.
• Perform frequent standing and walking with neck extension movements.
• Perform occasional sitting with neck flexion and rotation movements.
• Perform minimal squatting, kneeling, crouching, climbing, bending, stooping, and forward flexional movements.
• Ability to perform fine finger manipulation and possess a simple to firm grasp while performing turning and pinching motions.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, access to a free on-site fitness centre, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.