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Cochrane is located in the breathtaking Bow Valley corridor in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in southern Alberta. With a population of over 37,000 people, and growing steadily every year, Cochrane is a thriving town, surrounded by world-famous ranch country. Our western heritage is reflected in the Town’s architecture and our friendly people. The Town of Cochrane welcomes innovative and skilled individuals to join our team of over 250 employees.

Make a Lasting Impact in Your Community
Cochrane is seeking a skilled and dedicated Building Operator II (Electrician) to join our Facilities Management team. If you're passionate about maintaining safe, efficient, and well-functioning spaces—and have strong commercial electrical experience—this is your chance to help shape the future of our Town’s infrastructure.
This is a hands-on role with a wide variety of tasks—no two days are the same. You’ll be part of a small, collaborative team responsible for the maintenance of 30+ Town-owned buildings. One moment you might be fixing an electrical plug in the morning, and by the afternoon, you’re patching and painting a wall at a completely different location. We’re looking for someone who thrives on variety, enjoys hands-on maintenance work, and is confident handling electrical systems and components in commercial settings. If you’re open-minded, take initiative, and value a healthy work-life balance, you’ll fit right in.
Responsibilities
As a Building Operator II, you’ll ensure the safe, efficient operation of Town facilities through hands-on maintenance and repair. Guided by the Canadian Electrical Code, STANDATA, and the Alberta Building Code, your work will focus on:

• Testing, troubleshooting, installation, repair, and maintenance of electrical assets
• Performing preventative maintenance, daily inspections, and responding to service calls
• Handling minor HVAC and plumbing repairs, painting, and furniture installations
• Coordinating and reviewing contractor work and quotes
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and inventory
• Completing documentation, reports, and purchase orders
• Ensuring compliance with safety standards, codes, and Town policies

Qualifications
If many of the following characteristics and skills describe you, we want to meet you!
Required

• Journeyperson Electrician Certificate with Red Seal from Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
• Minimum 5 years of experience in commercial electrical work. Combination of education and experience may be considered
• Aptitude in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, construction, and security systems
• Knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, STANDATA, Alberta Building Code, and Life & Safety regulations
• Strong customer service, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with building maintenance methods, materials, and equipment
• Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, and role-specific software)
• Ability to prioritize and adapt to a changing pace and environment
• RCMP Advanced Reliability Security Clearance (10-year background check)
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License

Preferred

• 3–5 years of experience in building operations and maintenance
• Experience in a municipal or public sector environment
• Certifications: Aerial Platform Training, WHMIS, Fire Extinguisher, Standard First Aid & CPR

Physical Effort
This role requires continuous or moderate physical effort, including:

• Standing, walking, bending, and working at heights
• Repetitive lifting (up to 25 kg), pushing/pulling carts
• Extended periods of walking and working alone

Work Environment

• Exposure to controlled chemicals, mechanical fluids, and equipment malfunction
• Work performed across various locations with occasional adverse conditions
• Participation in a rotating on-call schedule (evenings and weekends)
• Must be comfortable working independently and responding within 30 minutes of Cochrane

Health & Safety Commitment
Cochrane is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment. As an employee, you are expected to:

• Take reasonable care to protect your health and safety and that of others
• Perform work safely and follow all relevant legislation, directives, and procedures
• Attend all required orientations and training

Still interested? Here’s how to apply:

• Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining how your experience matches the qualifications
• All qualified candidates will be asked to complete an online suitability survey
• Applications will be accepted until 9PM MST on September 14, 2025 at www.cochrane.ca/jobs
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We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.

Land Acknowledgement

In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta.