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Posted 6d ago

Master Electrician

@ REAL-R
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Calgary or Cochrane
$38-$48/hrFieldFull Time
Responsibilities:leading crews, installing systems, testing systems
Requirements Summary:Valid Alberta Master Electrician and journeyperson/Red Seal, 10+ years post-journeyperson experience, strong fire alarm/life-safety knowledge, Class 5 driver requirement, code compliance and crew leadership experience.
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Master Electrician (Fire & Life Safety Systems)
Calgary, AB

REAL-R is hiring an experienced Master Electrician to lead and support fire alarm and life safety projects across Alberta. This is a high-impact role where your expertise ensures critical systems protecting people and property are installed, maintained, and verified to the highest standards.

If you are a hands-on leader who takes pride in safety, code compliance, and mentoring others, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a leadership position with long-term stability.

What You’ll Do

  • Act as the designated Master Electrician responsible for permits and electrical code compliance

  • Lead installation, maintenance, and upgrades of fire alarm and life safety systems

  • Supervise and support electricians and apprentices in the field

  • Perform inspections, testing, verification, and troubleshooting of fire alarm systems

  • Review drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with applicable codes

  • Coordinate with clients, engineers, inspectors, and project teams

  • Complete documentation including permits, reports, and service records

  • Support system commissioning, programming, and ongoing maintenance

  • Promote a strong safety culture and participate in safety meetings and reviews

What You Bring

  • Valid Alberta Master Electrician certification (required)

  • Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)

  • 10+ years of experience post-journeyperson

  • Strong experience with fire alarm or life safety systems

  • Solid knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code

  • Valid Class 5 driver’s licence with clean abstract

  • Experience leading crews or mentoring apprentices

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications

Nice to Have

  • CFAA certification or fire alarm manufacturer training

  • Experience with emergency lighting, exit systems, or suppression systems

  • Background in healthcare, high-rise, or industrial projects

  • Familiarity with digital reporting tools and basic computer systems

What You’ll Get

  • Competitive pay based on experience

  • Company vehicle or allowance

  • Tools and PPE provided

  • Long-term, stable work in a specialized and growing industry

  • Opportunity to lead projects and mentor developing electricians

Work Environment

  • Field-based role across Alberta

  • Work in commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-residential settings

Why Join

You will play a key role in delivering life safety systems that truly matter. This is a chance to work with a skilled team, take ownership of your projects, and build a long-term career in a high-demand field.