Journeyperson Electrician
Lethbridge, Alberta · Relocation Support Available
First Technicall is hiring a full-time Red Seal Electrician / Journeyperson Electrician for commercial, industrial, maintenance, and service electrical work based in Lethbridge, Alberta. Relocation support is available for qualified candidates.
Whether you are already in Southern Alberta or thinking about a move from Vancouver, Kelowna, or anywhere else in Canada, this is a stable, full-time role where your trade can help you build a real life.
Starting Wage
$37.00/hour
Location
Lethbridge, Alberta
Relocation
Support available for qualified candidates
Schedule
Full-time, rotating on-call, home every night
A Different Kind of Opportunity for a Red Seal Electrician
As a Red Seal Electrician, you have invested years into your trade. You know how to read drawings, troubleshoot electrical systems, work safely, solve problems in the field, and deliver code-compliant electrical work that other people can rely on.
First Technicall is looking for an experienced Red Seal Electrician or Canadian Journeyperson Electrician who wants to bring that skill into a professional team environment.
You will work on commercial, industrial, maintenance, and service projects across Southern Alberta, supporting clients who need electrical work completed safely, efficiently, and properly the first time.
Why Electricians Are Relocating to Lethbridge
Electricians in Vancouver, Kelowna, and other high-cost markets earn strong hourly wages, but the cost of living can make it difficult to get ahead. Lethbridge offers a different equation.
For the right person, moving to Southern Alberta can mean shorter commutes, lower housing costs, no provincial sales tax, and a more realistic path toward home ownership.
You can still use your Red Seal every day. You can still do meaningful commercial and industrial electrical work. You can still build your career. The difference is that your income may have more room to become a life.
Required Certification and Eligibility
This position is intended for certified electricians with recognized Canadian electrical credentials.
Qualified applicants should have
Red Seal Endorsement, or Canadian Journeyperson Electrician Certification
Alberta Electrical Board certification or recognized Canadian equivalent
Legal authorization to work in Canada
Valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence or higher
Clean driving record
Relocating from BC or Elsewhere in Canada?
Red Seal Electricians and Canadian-certified Journeyperson Electricians from British Columbia and across Canada are encouraged to apply. Relocation support is available for qualified candidates.
This role is designed for experienced electricians who can perform commercial, industrial, maintenance, and service electrical work in a professional team environment.
The Work
This is hands-on electrical work across commercial, industrial, maintenance, and service environments.
- Electrical system installation
- Commercial electrical service work
- Industrial electrical maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics
- Panelboard installation
- Motor controls
- Low-voltage systems
- Electrical testing and commissioning
- Blueprint and schematic interpretation
- Field problem-solving
- Alberta Electrical Code compliant work
You will work with project managers, engineers, technicians, clients, and other trades to support safe and organized project execution.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
In this role, you will:
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical systems
- Read and interpret drawings, blueprints, schematics, and job specifications
- Complete commercial and industrial electrical work in accordance with the Alberta Electrical Code
- Perform electrical testing, diagnostics, and commissioning
- Support project timelines while maintaining safety and workmanship standards
- Communicate clearly with project managers, engineers, clients, and other trades
- Maintain accurate service, testing, and commissioning documentation
- Contribute to a professional, organized, and safety-focused job site
What Makes Someone a Strong Fit
This role is best suited to a certified Red Seal Electrician or Journeyperson Electrician who takes pride in doing the job right.
You may be a strong fit if you:
- Value safe, code-compliant electrical work
- Have commercial, industrial, maintenance, or service electrical experience
- Are comfortable working independently when required
- Communicate well with clients and project teams
- Can troubleshoot electrical issues in the field
- Take ownership of workmanship and job site professionalism
- Want stable full-time work with a company that respects your trade
Compensation and Benefits
This full-time Journeyperson Electrician position includes:
Compensation
- Starting wage of $37.00 per hour
- Wage negotiable based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit
- RRSP plan with employer matching contributions
Benefits
- Health and dental benefits
- Vision coverage
- Company vehicle for project travel
- Relocation support for qualified candidates
Workplace
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Stable full-time employment
- Professional team environment
- Company events and team activities
Location and
Service Area
This position is based in Lethbridge, Alberta. First Technicall serves clients throughout Southern Alberta, so regional travel to project sites is required.
Company vehicles are provided for travel to and from job sites. Most work is structured so employees are home every night. Journeyperson Electricians are on call on a rotating schedule.
Considering a Move to Lethbridge?
If you are a Red Seal Electrician in Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Kelowna, the Okanagan, or elsewhere in Canada, this role is a practical relocation opportunity.
Relocation support is available for qualified candidates. During the application process, you can indicate whether you would like to discuss relocation assistance.
Apply for This Journeyperson Electrician Position
If you are a Red Seal Electrician or Canadian Journeyperson Electrician interested in full-time commercial and industrial electrical work in Lethbridge, we would like to hear from you.
Please submit your resume and include details about your Red Seal or Journeyperson certification, electrical experience, and whether you are interested in relocation support.
Qualified applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted directly.