Date Posted: October 30, 2025
Application Deadline: November 12, 2025
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Job Category:
- Industrial Trades and Technology
Job Start Date: Immediately
Job Location: On-site Position (Summerside, PEI, Canada)
Positions Available: 1
Salary: $43.57 per hour
Hours Per Week: 40
Job Description
The Industrial Electrical Technician position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the City’s power plant engines and auxiliary equipment. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, installing new equipment, re-arranging machinery, operating engines, alternators, switchboard and auxiliary power plant equipment, including various control systems, pumps, fuel systems, water and steam systems. Responsibilities also include carrying out regular maintenance and keeping electrical instruments, equipment, and machinery in good working condition and repair.
Reporting to: Electrical Operations Supervisor
Key Responsibilities:
- Test demand and energy meters, install new equipment, trouble shoot and repair power and control circuits, electrical instruments and meters, rotating machinery, substation equipment, protective relays, lighting, and electronic equipment.
- Train in-house to attain Power Plant Operator qualifications.
- Follow health and safety policies and complete safety documentation.
- Prepare written reports, sketches, and work from technical drawings and specifications.
- Maintain a tidy and safe work area.
- Stay current with new developments and techniques in the electrical field as it pertains to this work and participate in training programs as required.
- Learn other job classifications within the Electrical Department as directed.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Competencies:
- Valid Industrial Electrical Journeyman’s License (Province of PEI).
- Valid Class 3A driver’s license.
- Ability to install and maintain electrical equipment and instruments.
- Strong trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.
- Capable of working on live circuits up to 5000 volts (and higher when de-energized).
- Able to work independently and supervise others.
- Physically fit, mentally alert, and of good character.
- Knowledge of electricity generating plants and equipment would be considered an asset.
- Bilingual skills would be considered an asset
Other
What We Offer:
- 3 weeks of vacation to start
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Comprehensive health, medical and dental coverage
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supportive and welcoming work environment in a thriving community
How to Apply
Submit your application by email to the company contact listed below.
Documents to be included:
Cover LetterResumeReferences
Company Information
Company Name: City of Summerside
Address: 275 Fitzroy Street
City/Town: Summerside
Postal/Zip Code: C1N 1H9
Province/State: PEI
Country: Canada
Website: https://www.summerside.ca/city_governance/current_job_opportunities
Company Contact
Contact Person: Ashley Schurman
Contact Person Job Title: HR Coordinator
Telephone: 902-432-1230
Email: jobs@summerside.ca
