Company Overview
At Alexander Willowridge, one of our core values is ‘People First’. We are looking for an experienced and safety-focused Journeyperson Industrial Electrician – Preservation Technician to join our team. Alexander Willowridge provides industry-leading construction and site services to our clients. Every team member is made to feel a part of the AWLP family.
Job Description:
The Journeyperson Industrial Electrician – Preservation Technician performs preservation and preventative maintenance activities on industrial electrical equipment and systems. This role ensures that critical electrical assets remain in a ready-for-service condition during storage, commissioning, or plant shutdown phases. The successful candidate will be responsible for executing preservation procedures on electrical equipment in accordance with industry best practices and site-specific standards.
The Journeyperson Industrial Electrician – Preservation Technician performs the following tasks:
- Perform electrical preservation tasks including insulation resistance testing, space heater verification, battery maintenance, terminal inspections, desiccant replacement, sealing, and protective wrapping.
- Conduct inspections of preserved electrical equipment to verify condition and compliance with preservation schedules.
- Document all preservation work using checklists, forms, or computerized maintenance systems (CMMS).
- Maintain and restore electrical equipment in accordance with OEM guidelines, preservation manuals, and engineering standards.
- Collaborate with planners, engineers, and other trades to ensure preservation integrity across all asset classes.
- Troubleshoot electrical preservation issues and recommend corrective actions.
- Assist in the de-preservation and readiness verification of equipment prior to installation or commissioning.
- Perform routine testing of motors, switchgear, transformers, MCCs, control panels, UPS systems, and related electrical equipment.
- Comply with all safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and storage environments.
- Other tasks as required.
Requirements:
- Journeyperson Industrial Electrician certification
- 3+ years of industrial electrical maintenance or electrical preservation experience.
- Strong electrical aptitude with knowledge of motors, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, control systems, instrumentation interfaces, and other plant electrical equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, preservation procedures, and technical manuals.
- Proficiency in the use of electrical testing equipment including multimeters, insulation resistance testers (Megger), and other diagnostic tools.
- CSTS 2020.
- WHMIS 2015.
- Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driver's abstract.
Additional Preferred Requirements:
- Experience in oil & gas, mining, power generation, or large industrial projects.
- Knowledge of electrical preservation practices per IEEE, OEM, API, or ISO guidelines.
- Experience with motor storage and preservation programs.
- Experience with high-voltage electrical equipment, switchgear, transformers, and motor control centers (MCCs).
- Proficiency in insulation resistance testing (Megger testing), winding condition assessments, and electrical equipment readiness verification.
- Familiarity with commissioning, pre-commissioning, and de-preservation activities for electrical systems.
- Experience working with electrical asset management systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
- Forklift or overhead crane certification.
What do you need to succeed?
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently or as part of a team.
- Effective communication and documentation skills.
- Commitment to safety and quality standards.
- A positive attitude and a drive for success.
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed in an industrial environment (construction sites, laydown yards), with uneven terrain.
- Exposure to noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
- Requires standing, lifting, bending, and use of PPE for extended periods.
Why do you want to work with us?
We're invested and committed to people first. We know when our employees are safe, healthy, and happy—everyone wins.
We offer:
- Competitive wages.
- Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- A positive work culture, focused on inclusivity and safety.
- Community initiatives that make an impact.
We mean what we say when it comes to our values: Safety, Quality, Integrity, People Driven, Shared Success. Come join our team!
Shift: 5x2 Split: Monday – Thursday/Friday: 6:30am–5:00pm / 3:00pm
OT after 8 hours worked
Energize your career with us! If you’re ready to make a difference in the industrial construction world, we want to hear from you—apply now and become part of our dedicated team shaping the future.
Only candidates who are qualified will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in Alexander Willowridge.
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Fort Saskatchewan, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- What is your wage expectation?
Experience:
- Industrial electrician: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Journeyperson Electrician Ticket (required)
Work Location: In person
