Posted Aug 21, 2025Construction Electricians

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Business: Howell Electric Ltd
Email: info@howellelectric.ca
Phone: 250-374-5771
Website: https://howellelectric.ca/



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Howell Electric is currently hiring local Journeyperson Construction Electricians and all levels of apprentices for a commercial project located in Merritt, BC.

Howell Electric offers competitive wages, 100% employer-paid extended health & dental benefits package with vision care, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and RRSP matching. Howell Electric pays the full cost of these benefits for you in addition to your regular wages, as well as your BC Fair PharmaCare and MSP premiums! We offer an annual allowance of $200 for work boots & clothing, a $50/month gym pass allowance, and up to 100% reimbursement for apprentice tuition! All employees are invited to company-sponsored events, such as our annual golf tournament, Christmas party, employees of the month program, hot lunch on site, and more!

Howell Electric is a locally owned business that has served the BC Interior for over 40 years! We specialize in commercial, residential, service, and design-build projects. By joining Howell Electric, you will be part of a team that strives for continuous improvement, gives back to the communities in which we work, and supports career growth & development. Howell Electric is a proud sponsor of the BC SPCA, Rivers FC, and Kamloops Blazers.

This position requires strong leadership & planning skills and the ability to maintain a positive relationship with many general contractors. This position also ensures that tasks are completed in a timely manner, while still following safe working procedures and maintaining an excellent quality of work.

Required Certificates & Skills:

  • Red Seal Electrician or completion of a Level 1 Apprenticeship Program

  • Reliable daily transportation to and from site

  • Must be hardworking, reliable, and show initiative

  • Must have work boots, a hard hat, and basic hand tools

  • Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing

  • Engage with others in a professional and respectful manner

  • Co-ordinate onsite activities for maximum efficiency

  • Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian electrical standards

  • Use company programs to keep track of tools & equipment leaving and arriving on site

  • Follow company safety policies and complete required safety forms

Desirable Certificates & Skills:

  • SiteReadyBC or WHMIS

  • Fall Protection

  • Aerial Lifts & Work Platforms

  • First Aid

  • Ability to schedule & plan ahead for manpower, material, and equipment

  • Familiarity with current Occupational Health and Safety Legislation & company safety policies

  • Ability to safely operate a variety of tools and instruct others on how to safely use hammer drills, wheel benders, hydraulic knockouts, coring drills, cable analyzers, power loggers, and cable pullers

Work Conditions:

  • 5-day workweeks, Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm

  • Indoor & outdoor work in all weather conditions

  • Full PPE required at all times

  • Active construction site hazards

  • Physical ability to lift up to 40lbs

  • Must be comfortable working at heights & climbing ladders

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $19.50-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Company events

  • Dental care

  • Extended health care

  • Life insurance

  • On-site parking

  • RRSP match

  • Tuition reimbursement

  • Vision care

  • Wellness program

Location: Merritt, BC (required)

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