Position Number: 50001887 / P5798 
Department: Operations - Loyola
Grade: Electrician
Campus: Loyola (NDG)

Salary:  $37.13 per hour
Union/Association/HR Policy: STTMC-LOY(CSN)

Posting deadline: August 25, 2025

Applicants are strongly encouraged to include a cover letter expressing their interest and how their profile aligns with the role

NOTE: This is a permanent full-time position: 38.75 hours per week; (5-days workweek, working from 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 pm).

SCOPE
Reporting to the Supervisor, the incumbent performs technical functions related to the installation, operation, and maintenance of various electrical systems, such as H.V.A.C. (Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning), and electrical equipment at the University.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Read and interpret plans and specifications.
•    Prepare lists of materials in order to write-up estimates.
•    Perform inspections, assessments and reporting on various assets.
•    Performing data entry with the latest technology in preventive maintenance.
•    Install, check, maintain, operate and repair all electrical systems (i.e.: lighting (interior and exterior), motors, power distribution, detection systems, transformer rooms, electrical heating apparatus, controls and equipment, fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, meters, and various H.V.A.C controls).
•    Install new electrical lighting and distribution systems and associated control systems; take all necessary voltage and amperage readings.
•    Respond to service calls and emergencies.
•    Assist the Engineering and Building Performance department with energy conservation programs and commissioning.
•    Plan and communicate electrical service and equipment interruptions.
•    Perform other tasks assigned by the Supervisor (including cleaning of equipment and electrical rooms).

QUALIFICATIONS
•    Secondary High School Diploma (SSD) or Diploma of Vocational Education (DVS) Electricity and two years of relevant work experience.
•    Class C license and experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of various types of electrically operated controls.
•    Completion of a Construction Security Course and Proprietary Construction License (16) desirable.
•    Ability to read electrical blueprints.
•    Knowledge of H.V.A.C. controls and fire alarm systems.
•    Good interpersonal skills.
•    Valid driver’s license in Quebec.
•    Basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken and written English and French in order to read and understand drawings, instructions technical manual, respond to services call and to complete forms and routine reports.
•    Physical ability to perform primary responsibilities attested by successful completion of medical evaluation to the University’s satisfaction (e.g. ability to lift, carry and move, equipment weighing up to 23 kg without assistance and up to 45 kg with assistance).
•    Ability to differentiate between colors as attested by successful completion of a Color Blind Test – Ishihara Plates.
•    Will require use of respiration and hearing protection as well as enrollment in the university’s Respiratory Protection Program and Hearing Conservation Program.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien’kehá:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohtià:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification. Diversity information is not collected during the application process for current Concordia University employees as the information is collected by the Equity Office during university-wide equity census initiatives. For questions regarding these initiatives, please communicate directly with the Equity Office at [email protected]   

Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, [email protected]

Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.