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2nd/3rd Year Electrical Apprentice at CDN Controls Ltd – Grande Prairie, Alberta

CDN Controls Ltd
Grande Prairie, Alberta, T8V 3X9, Canada
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About This Position

CDN is a recognized industry leader in the energy services sector. CDN is a full-service provider with expertise in Electrical & Instrumentation maintenance, renewables/solar, major projects, combustion & emissions reduction, and measurement.

  • Role: 2nd/3rd Year Electrical Apprentice
  • Location: Various
  • Shift: Varies based on project
  • Overtime: Project based
  • Pre-Employment Condition: Pre-employment D&A test required

Responsibilities:

  • Adhere to all company environmental, heath, and safety policies and procedures.
  • Complete cutting, threading, bending, and assembling rigid, aluminum and conduit systems.
  • Install and maintain EMT and PVC piping systems, batteries, solar panels, voltage regulators, MCC equipment, heat trace, and VFD’s.
  • Assist and/or direct interpreting drawings, circuit diagrams, and electrical code specifications to better help execute electrical installation and troubleshooting.
  • Understand and inter-operate the most current Canadian electrical code book and exercise the rules when applicable.
  • Understand and execute basic circuit fundamentals, alternating current circuit properties, heating and cooling systems, magnetic control and switching circuits, three phase systems, transformers, machines, control and switching/PLC, fire alarm systems, red seal programs, industry network, and applications of electronics.
  • Test electrical equipment and components for current, voltage and OHMS.
  • Responsible for all administrative, material ordering, and QAQC documents directly associated with the project at hand.
  • Other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

  • Indentured Apprentice Electrician.
  • A valid Class 5 license with a clean driver abstract.
  • Valid H2S, First Aid, Fall Protection, Aerial Work Platform, CSO, and CSTS safety tickets.
  • Experience in the Oil and Gas industry in construction or maintenance required.
  • Ability to work in various working conditions ranging from outdoors to indoors in a variety of weather conditions and working from heights as needed.
  • A pre-employment drug and alcohol test is required prior to employment.


Our employment benefits include:

  • Belonging to a strong, motivating team.
  • On-the-job training and a commitment to mentorship from invested, industry-leading professionals.
  • Competitive pay, benefits, and RRSP-matching program.
  • Generous vacation
  • Opportunities for advancement.

At CDN, our employees are united by our four core values:

  • Character.
  • Connection.
  • Drive.
  • Growth.

Apply today at www.cdncontrols.ca/careers

While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview, be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

CDN is an equal opportunity employer and aims to be an employer of choice dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring a safe and respectful environment where everyone can succeed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected factors.

Job Location

Grande Prairie, Alberta, T8V 3X9, Canada

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