Electrician – Facilities Management (Casual Position)
Job Summary
Date Posted: August 28th 2026
Posting Deadline: Open Unil Filled
Department: Facilities Management
Type of Employment: Casual
Rate of Pay: $36.36 per hour 4% in lieu of vacation
At Saint Marys University you will be surrounded by a talented and dedicated team of professionals committed to accessibility diversity and the provision of a positive and supportive learning environment. We recognize the importance of the contribution and growth of each individual in the Universitys success. We are currently looking to fill the position of Electrician on a casual basis to join our Facilities Management team.
Job Information and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Manager Maintenance and Operations the Electrician will:
- Establishes and performs preventative maintenance routines and performs trouble-shooting and repair to electrical security clock and fire alarm systems.
- Works closely with any outside agency that is required to perform work on the above noted systems. Uses any such collaboration to enhance knowledge and trouble-shooting expertise.
- Assists other maintenance staff in PM trouble-shooting and repair of electrical security and fire alarm systems and associated equipment.
- Establishes a good working knowledge of all electrical security and fire alarm schematics drawings and control logics within the complex.
- Attends training sessions to keep up with technological changes in electrical and fire alarm systems.
Experience and Education Requirements
To be the successful Electrician you will have:
- Certified Electrical Tradesperson with two (2) years related experience in construction or maintenance.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to perform all duties in a safe manner following health and safety legislation and all required safe work practices and procedures in order to minimize the risk of injury and property damage.
- Ability to communicate effectively in a positive manner conveying and responding to information.
- Ability to interact with customers in a positive working relationship.
- Ability to work alone and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
- Ability to take initiative in completing tasks with minimal instruction.
- Technical certification or trades school certificate.
Application Details
Apply for this opportunity by submitting your resume to emailprotected
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three Professional References
Late applications may not receive consideration. We appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please.
At Saint Marys University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect we welcome applications from women Indigenous peoples racialized persons/visible minorities persons with disabilities persons of minority sexual orientation or gender identity and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition at emailprotected.
Saint Marys University is one of Canadas top primarily undergraduate universities known for its international collaborations leadership in entrepreneurship and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts Science Graduate Studies and the Sobey School of Business are among Canadas best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Marys provides our more than 5511 students with a place that fosters possibility excellent research opportunities and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Nestled in the heart of Halifax Nova Scotia on Canadas east coast Saint Marys University is marked by iconic buildings green spaces and fresh ocean air. The Saint Marys University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world-a World without limits.
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About Company
Saint Mary's offers a range of undergraduate, graduate and professional development programs and conducts research with local, regional and global impact.