Job Summary

Duties –

In general, powerline technicians:

Operate heavy equipment including ariel booms, diggers, backhoes, track hoe, skid steers and tension stringing equipment. Mount and secure upgrading trusses at heights from bucket using air and hydraulic tools. Re secure and move underground facilities on pole and preform work in and around underground facilities. Detach and re attach communication cables to allow for work to be performed.

Working Conditions –

Work outdoors and travel to various work sites so travelling often is part of the workday. Periods away from home base. The work may be strenuous and require carrying, reaching, and frequent lifting of over 25 kilograms. Getting to power lines requires climbing poles or towers, working from a bucket attached to an aerial lift boom, or entering confined spaces such as manholes and underground vaults. Standard 50-hour week is normal, possible variances due to need per location. Power lines may be de-energized and grounded, or they may remain energized while power linemen are working.

Skills & Qualifications –

Red seal certification Familiarity with communications services Class 1 Drivers Licenses Strength and stamina Coordination and manual dexterity Mechanical aptitude Comfort with heights The ability to work in a team Adaptability to changing tasks and locations