Maintenance Person / Electrician at College of New Caledonia

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Employment Status Full Time Employment Type Regular Job Summary

This position provides electrical work, general maintenance and grounds work, and general support to the Facilities Services Department. The incumbent is responsible for communicating and working in a collaborative manner with the Maintenance and Grounds staff, other Facilities Services Divisions, the Facilities Services Management Team and the College community to ensure the Maintenance and Grounds Division continues to provide quality, timely, and reliable service, and that Maintenance and Grounds related projects and initiatives are successfully completed in a timely manner. Specific Duties

• Perform installation, preventative maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of electrical systems, assemblies, equipment, tools, and fixtures/finishes in/around buildings/grounds.
• Provide input, recommendations to Facilities Services Management on new or rehabilitation electrical projects, ensuring systems are to the highest industry standard.
• Inspect, monitor and report on quality of electrical related work performed and of work performed by others to ensure industry standard, project drawing/specification, building code, electrical code requirements are being met at all times.
• Ensure plans and schematic record drawings are kept current, reflecting changes or alterations made to electrical systems and equipment.
• Ensure that appropriate permits are obtained, appropriate inspections are requested, licensing is maintained, and all records are kept to meet regulatory requirements.
• Perform maintenance, operation, and programming of fire alarm systems
• Perform or assist with installation and maintenance of various equipment and wiring such as HVAC, data, digital control, intruder alarm, security access control, and CCTV systems.
• Keep in regular contact with the Facilities Services Supervisor to ensure safety, quality and productivity expectations set by Facilities Services Management are being achieved.
• Ensure other staff receives orientation, training, and instruction with electrical/maintenance related equipment, tools and tasks.
• Follow occupational health and safety codes, safe work practices, and use/wear personal protective equipment and job/task specific safety equipment.
• Perform short-form work order specific safety hazard assessments, and prepare and follow work order specific safety plans.
• Provide input into the preparation of preventative maintenance work schedules.
• Ensure all work orders are carried out according to priority, procedures, preventative maintenance work schedules and other schedules as approved by Facilities Services Management.
• Prepare estimates of time, material take-offs, equipment lists, and costs for work orders.
• Keep and report records of time and costs of all work performed.
• Communicate with service providers and suppliers to obtain pricing, schedule services, order supplies, confirm supplies are received and work is successfully completed.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and restock as required.
• Ensure all work is performed in accordance and compliance with all regulatory codes, safety regulations, and legislation.
• Use various electronic devices including but not limited to two-way radios, cellular telephones, smartphones, computers, etc.
• Perform installation, maintenance and repairs of all parts of buildings and grounds, including but not limited to soft and hard landscaping, interior/exterior architectural building assemblies and finish systems, carpentry framing, electrical systems, plumbing piping systems, HVAC systems, window/door assemblies, hardware, locks, paint and flooring etc.
• Perform event set-up, snow and ice removal, de-icing and sanding, and general clean-up.
• When assigned, perform pick-ups/deliveries, passenger van/bus and general driving duties and keep appropriate documentation as required.
• Perform emergency procedures including but not limited to fire alarms, emergency evacuation.
• Perform preventative maintenance of fleet vehicles.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and inventory of tools and equipment.
• Ensure that all work is carried out with the least amount of disruption to affected areas and the college community.
• Keep all electrical rooms, vaults, workshops, and storage areas organized and orderly.
• Makes recommendations to Facilities Services Management on best courses of action to resolve issues and ways to improve safety, reduce maintenance requirements, reduce costs, save time, reduce energy usage, increase service quality, increase productivity, etc.
• Required to be called in for emergencies and equipment failure.
• Keep knowledge current with building code, electrical code, industry standards, industry news/changes and emerging techniques and technology.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the Facilities Services Supervisor and/or Facilities Services Management.
• You will be part of a team actively engaged in contributing to and accomplishing the vision, mission, and goals of the College and in supporting the aspirations and needs of our learners.
• You will promote a positive work atmosphere by interacting and communicating in a professional manner that demonstrates mutual respect with students and colleagues.

Skills & Qualifications

• Must have successful completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Must have ITA Red Seal Electrician Trade Qualification
• Must have minimum BCSA Electrical Class B Field Safety Representative Certificate
• Must have or may be required to obtain Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification.
• Must have or may be required to obtain W.H.M.I.S. certification.
• minimum of 5 years work experience in an institutional buildings maintenance environment or equivalent.

• Must have formal training in the installation, maintenance, operation, and programming of fire alarm systems with preference given to Simplex and Edwards systems.
• Must have formal training and knowledge of installation and maintenance of HVAC, digital control, intruder alarm, security access control, and CCTV systems.
• Must have good knowledge of building codes, electrical codes, and CSA standards
• Must have ability to build and maintain positive and effective working relationships and work harmoniously with others including staff, administrators, students, faculty, service providers, contractors, suppliers and the general public.
• Must have good knowledge of institutional buildings maintenance and grounds-keeping.
• Must have ability to safely and productively use ladders, scaffolding, jacks, hand carts etc. and various stationary and hand power tools/equipment, and is mechanically inclined, and has good knowledge of all trades.
• Must be in good physical condition with the full ability to regularly lift, handle and position commonly-used spools of wire, plywood, other building materials, ladders, tools, equipment, furniture, cabinets and other related equipment and items.
• Must have or obtain certification to operate skid-steer loader, fork-lift, scissor-lift, articulating boom-lift and any other related tools and equipment.
• May be required to obtain certification to operate other maintenance/grounds equipment.
• Must have the ability to interpret and read drawings and specifications.
• Training/experience in operating AutoCAD software is an asset and is preferred.
• Training/experience and proficiency in operating Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and maintenance management software is an asset and is preferred.
• Must have ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must have good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, excellent troubleshooting and organizational skills.
• Must have and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract.
• May be required to obtain a valid Class 2 BC driver’s license.
• Must have or may be required to obtain a Level 2 Occupational First Aid Certification.
• RCMP Record check maybe required.

Band J Grade NA Salary $74,688 per year, plus Labour Market Adjustment of $2500 annually Location Prince George CNC Campus Prince George Province BC Country Canada Department Facilities Services

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

26-064SP

Employee Group

Operational

Desired Start Date

07/16/2026

Position end date (if temporary or seasonal)

Additional Appointment Details

In addition to working at the CNC Prince George campus, one of the primary functions of this position will be travelling to support building operations at each of our regional campuses.

Occasional shift work may also be required.

Number of Hours per week

Posting Competition Status

Accepting Applications

Open Date

06/19/2026

Screening/Close Date

07/03/2026

Remain Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instruction/Details to Applicant