Construction 

Electrician

Construction Electricians are tradespeople who keep the lights on. They put their minds and bodies to work, inspecting, testing, installing and replacing the electrical systems that run our world. 

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As a Construction Electrician, you’ll know exactly how to deal with complex electrical systems in a wide range of settings.  

Your daily tasks will test your coordination and math skills, as you install, commission, test, maintain and service operating electrical systems and equipment.

You’re calm dealing with powerful systems and take pride in the sense of responsibility your work provides.

What You'll Learn

  • How to interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications
  • How to pull wire through walls and floors
  • How to splice, join and connect wires to fixtures
  • How to install and repair electrical equipment
  • How to test and repair faults in electrical systems  

Key Job Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Troubleshooting
  • Judgement and decision-making
  • Quality control analysis
  • Installation and maintenance 

Start Your Apprenticeship

Interested in this trade? Learn how to start your apprenticeship.

Technical Training 40 weeks over 4 years
Work-Based Training
6000 HOURS
General Skills
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Technical Training

The classroom is where you learn the technical knowledge to complement your work-based training. Make sure to register as early as possible to secure a seat for technical training with a SkilledTradesBC-designated training provider. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC to find where this program is being offered across the province. 

Harmonized Program Information and Resources

Exam Information and Resources

Find exam-related information and resources under each menu item below. Looking for more exam tips? Visit the Exam and Study Support page. 

 

 

 

 

Program and Exam Updates

Construction Electrician is a Skilled Trades Certification trade, also known as a compulsory trade, in British Columbia. This means that to work in this trade, you must be registered as an apprentice, be a certified journeyperson, or have applied as a Trade Qualifier or Uncertified Experienced Worker.

For more information on the Marine Endorsement please refer to the Marine Electrician - Endorsement Program page.

  • December 2019: OPSN 2019 019 (HL1 and HL2 SLE launch)

  • June 2023: OPSN 2023 007 (HL3 SLE Launch)

  • January 2024: Program Update (IP Exams aligned to 2021 Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS)). A Comparative Analysis detailing changes between 2015 NOA and 2021 RSOS can be found here.)

  • February 2025: OPSN 2025 001 (Electrician CEC Announcement)

  • March 2025: OPSN 2025 003 (Electrician CEC IPSE Announcement)

Challenge the Certification Exam

If you have work experience in the trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may be eligible to challenge the certification exam as a Trade Qualifier to become certified without going through an apprenticeship program. 

If you have some practical experience but do not yet qualify for the certification exam, you may be eligible to challenge a level exam to enter the program at the appropriate level. 

Check the Program Profile on this page for the available pathway options and eligibility details.