Powerline Technician – Service

ATCO
Consort, AB
Full time

Posted: February 6, 2024

In this position you will be responsible for construction, operation, and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines, substations, and related apparatus, handling of energized electrical circuits, including live line processes, supervision assistance of contracted labor, maintenance programs, and system inspections, support in commissioning new constructions and troubleshooting operational issues, engagement in standby duties, including emergency response, customer service, participation in budget processes, safety meetings, and company-sponsored community relations activities.

Requirements include:

  • High school diploma
  • Valid journeyman Powerline Technician Certificate and ability to obtain Interprovincial Red Seal
  • Minimum 4 years’ experience through a Powerline apprenticeship program
  • Valid Class 5 vehicle operator’s licence and ability to obtain Class 1 or Class 3 Operator’s licence
  • Valid First Aid Certificate
  • Experience in live line techniques, on-call and troubleshooting experience is preferred
  • Proven safe work record
  • Experience in training apprentices and developing team performance is an asset
  • Basic PC skills

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