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Tri-County Regional Centre for Education

The Tri-County Regional Centre for Education (TCRCE) encompasses the three (3) Counties of Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby serving approximately 6100 students in twenty-two (22) schools, composed of 13 Elementary Schools, 6 High Schools, 1 Middle School, and 2 Elementary/High Schools.

Regional Centres for Education have Employment Equity Policies and/or processes and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African descent/ancestry and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please ensure that you complete the self-identification portion on the position application.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS (mm,dd,yyyy): 05/22/2025  at 11:59pm.

Effective Dates (mm,dd,yyyy): 06/30/2025 to  

Position Type: Permanent

     Position:                  Electrician (Tradesperson)

     Reports to:              Coordinator of Property Services

     Location:                  Yarmouth 

The Electrician performs work up to journey-level trades. Works in constructing, maintaining and repairing building electrical systems and components; Acts in a leadership role in installation, maintenance, repair and construction projects.  

• Journeyman’s certificate in electrical trade;
• Completion of WHMIS and First Aid, or willingness to obtain upon hire;
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs;
• Ability to work collaboratively with other trades, custodial staff and school administration.

• Ability to interact professionally and confidentially with management and other staff;
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and school administration and work alongside diverse cultural and racial backgrounds;
• A team player who is able to work independently and within deadlines;
• Demonstrated ability to value the voice and contribution of others while remaining open to corrective feedback;
• Commitment to safety.

• Builds, repairs and install electrical systems including but not limited to switchboard, transformers, panels, meters, cables, conduits, switches, PA systems, alarm systems in accordance with established practices and standards;
• Assists in the planning and coordination of building or capital improvements projects: Determine materials quantities and potential work time for proposed upgrades, installations, repairs and projects to ensure accurate estimating of cost and schedule;
• Performs semi-skilled work and labour associated with other trades as required;
• Ensures all work is done according to standard practices, design specifications, national provincial and local building codes, other applicable standards and good practice of the trade;
• Provides emergency response, during and after work hours, with corrective action for urgent building problems;
• Maintains appropriate records including recording equipment repair history, work orders, daily job card, vehicle records, test reports and other related data;
• Ensures sufficient material correct replacement parts and suppliers. Initiates ordering of supplies and replacement parts, including properly stocking vehicle and regularly recording of vehicle inventory;
• Liaises with consultants, contractors, inspectors, suppliers and other department on maintenance and project work;
• Completes and documents work orders including time and materials and submits to operations department;
• Provides written reports on any inspection and/or tests and makes recommendations to improve performance;
• Ensures duties are performed in a fiscally responsible manner;
• Ensures job related tools and equipment are well maintained;
• Evaluate status of buildings and facilities as assigned and provides written reports;
• Trains and evaluates apprentices and other assigned staff; reviews progress and makes changes as needed;
• Performs duties in compliance with school, Operations Department, and TCRCE policies and procedures including occupational health, safety, attendance, work routines, WHMIS and evacuation plans and the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia;
• Thermal scanning of electrical panels, disconnects, motor starters;
• Inspection of Dust Collection Systems and Chemical Fume Hoods;
• Other related duties as assigned.

What the TCRCE can offer you:

Successful candidates may be eligible for:

• Benefits (Health, Dental, etc.);
• Pension Plan with company contribution for eligible employees;
• Employee & Family Assistance Program;
• Vacation Entitlement;
• Professional Development fund;
• Free on-site parking;
• Employee discounts to the local fitness center;
• Member of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE Local 965);
• And much more…

For more information the Collective Agreement for CUPE Local 964 Members can be found on the TCRCE - HR Website: https://www.tcrce.ca/human-resources/ 

Tri-County Attractions:

Recreational Facilities: Visit the local beaches and lighthouses, join one of our many gyms or yoga classes, take a walk along one of our beautiful nature trails or watch the lobster boats come into the harbour. There are several golf courses, tennis courts and parks in the area. The seasonal operation of the Cat Ferry travelling from Yarmouth to Maine.

History and Culture: Acadian Museums, Churches of various denominations, Fishing Museums, a wide variety of charities and clubs.

Entertainment: Go see our local hockey team play at the Mariners Centre, watch the arrival of the tall ships, enjoy Lobsterfest, Seafest, the Shark Scramble, live theatre at Th’Yarc Playhouse, Yarmouth Farmers Market, various auctions, a new Empire Theatre, a bowling alley, numerous restaurants, local breweries, and eateries and much more!

TO APPLY:

• Complete the online profile/resume - you can attach a resume to your profile, security checks, and reference letters if applicable. In the profile ensure you fill in all areas with a red asterisk * to avoid errors even if it doesn't pertain to your application.
• Ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certificates. 
• Ensure to upload all post secondary education diploma/certificates. 

(Please note: Three (3) references from Immediate Supervisors required - failure to include your references will cause delay in processing your application, also you should include email addresses for your references, this will speed up the process, ensure they know to check their junk/spam folders).

Once You've Applied:

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. A notification email will be sent when the position has been filled. Ensure to check your junk/spam folders.

SECURITY CHECKS:

The Tri-County Regional Centre for Education requires that all newly hired employees provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check and Criminal Record / Vulnerable Sector Checks. If you have current security checks less than 3 months old you can attach these checks to your profile / resume, otherwise, you will receive instructions once a decision has been made on your application. 

For more information about the TCRCE visit our website at https://www.tcrce.ca/