Apprentice Electrician

Position Title: Electrician Apprentice

Location: Winnipeg, MB

Status: Full Time

Start Date: Immediately 

Who We Are!

Calm Air International is a regional airline serving the Northern part of Central Canada. From its main bases in Winnipeg, Thompson and Churchill, Manitoba, and Rankin Inlet, Nunavut, Calm Air operates frequent, daily scheduled passenger, charters, and cargo flights throughout Manitoba and the Kivalliq Region of Nunavut. 

At Calm Air International LP, we value our customers, passengers, and the communities we serve. We are only as good as the employees who work with us. We are looking for highly motivated, well-organized individuals, who work well in a fast-paced environment, to join our team!  Want to learn more? Visit www.calmair.com.

About the Opportunity

Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to work with a group of high performing professionals?  Do you like to work independently as well as part of a skilled team? If so, we would like to hear from you! We are looking for a highly motivated, well-organized individual, who thrives in a fast-paced environment, to join the Calm Air family.  

At Calm Air, work is about what you do AND where you go! This position will have the opportunity to share their skills at all our bases throughout Manitoba and Nunavut and gain experience at a wide range of facilities.

The sky is the limit!

What You'll Get to Do
Reporting to the Facilities Manager, and under the supervision of the Master Electrician, the Electrician Apprentice is responsible for electrical maintenance and repair of related equipment and facilities within EIC buildings and other structures including new construction projects as required. In addition, this role will provide service to EIC subsidiary companies and Third-Party Contractors as well as Calm Air International.

• Undertake electrical installations and repairs under the guidance of your journeyman
• Install, replace, and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels
• Test, install, replace, or repair circuit systems to ensure compatibility and safety of system
• Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components
• Assisting the leadership team with the day-to-day management and coordination of facility projects
• Conduct routine electrical maintenance on buildings/facilities
• Responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time 
• Ensure compliance with all internal safety standards
• Provide service to other EIC subsidiary companies as well third-party contractors as required
• Assisting the facilities manager with facility maintenance related projects
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Experience We Value 

• Positive attitude and a motivated work ethic
• Electrical or construction experience considered an asset but not required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and complete projects within tight timelines
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s license
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Airport Identification Card (RAIC)
• Must have reliable source of transportation 
• Must be able to lift 50lbs
• Travel is a requirement of this position
• Inuktitut language considered an asset
• Preference will be given to Inuit Land Claims Beneficiaries

The Benefits of Joining Our Team
Along with being one of Manitoba’s Top Employers, we are proud to provide a cooperative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package, Calm Air provides exceptional benefits which include:

• Registered Pension Plan starting at 5% matched after one year of employment
• Comprehensive Group Benefit Plan available upon hire with the exception of dental coverage which has a three month wait period
• Entitled to three weeks vacation after one year
• Airline travel and freight privileges
• Corporate and family events
• And more!

If This Sounds Like the Job for You, Contact Us!

At Calm Air, we value diversity and provide equal opportunities and accessibility for all qualified candidates. We encourage all members of a designated group or those requiring accessibility support to self-declare when applying. Applicants may request a reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the application process by emailing recruitment@calmair.com.

Please submit a resume in confidence by December 20, 2024.

We thank all those who apply, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.