Electrician – Fire & Life Safety Systems

Calgary, AB

Lead. Mentor. Protect Lives.

Are you an experienced Electrician looking for more than just another electrical job?

REAL-R is searching for an  Electrician for a respected leader in fire alarm and life safety systems. This is an opportunity to take ownership of projects that protect people and property while leading skilled electricians and apprentices in a specialized, high-demand industry.

If you're passionate about quality workmanship, electrical code compliance, and developing others, we'd like to hear from you.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

✔ Competitive compensation based on experience

✔ Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

✔ Tools and PPE provided

✔ Long-term, stable employment

✔ Leadership role with real responsibility

✔ Work with an experienced, supportive team

✔ Opportunity to mentor the next generation of electricians

✔ Specialized work in one of the industry's fastest-growing sectors

What You'll Be Doing

As the designated Electrician, you'll provide technical leadership while ensuring every project meets the highest standards of safety and compliance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Acting as the designated Master Electrician for permits and code compliance
• Leading the installation, maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting of fire alarm and life safety systems
• Supervising and mentoring electricians and apprentices
• Performing inspections, testing, verification, and commissioning
• Reviewing drawings and specifications for code compliance
• Working closely with customers, engineers, inspectors, and project managers
• Completing permits, service reports, inspection documentation, and project records
• Supporting programming, commissioning, and ongoing system maintenance
• Promoting a strong safety culture on every project

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Prefer Alberta Master Electrician certification
• Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal or equivalent)
• 10+ years of electrical experience after obtaining your Journeyperson certification
• Experience with fire alarm or life safety systems
• Strong knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code, Alberta Building Code, and Fire Code
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean driving record
• Experience leading crews, coordinating projects, or mentoring apprentices
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications

Bonus Qualifications

We'll be especially interested if you also have:

• CFAA certification
• Fire alarm manufacturer certifications
• Experience with emergency lighting, exit systems, or fire suppression systems
• Healthcare, industrial, institutional, or high-rise project experience
• Experience using digital reporting and service management software

Work Environment

This is a field-based position supporting projects throughout Alberta.

You'll work on a variety of commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-residential facilities, giving you diverse and rewarding project experience.

Why This Role Matters

Every system you install, inspect, or verify helps protect lives.

This is an opportunity to build a long-term career where your expertise is valued, your leadership makes a difference, and your work has a direct impact on the safety of thousands of people.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Master Electrician, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today.