Job Opportunities in Canada

JOB SUMMARY:

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

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  Maintain, inspect, install and repair lines, substations, apparatus and services as well as the installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground lines and cables including lead sheathed and oil-insulated cables and terminations
• Maintain, inspect, construct, install and/or repair streetlight poles, streetlight units, relays, controls, ballasts and lamps, including the repair of underground an overhead streetlight faults
• Perform live line methods necessary to complete assigned work
• Conduct inspections of transmission lines and switching facilities by regular low level air and ground patrol and determine the location, cause, nature and extent of any maintenance required
• Diagnose overhead and underground line faults by conducting appropriate inspections and tests
• Test the electrical continuity and insulation qualities of repaired cables, as required
• Perform phasing to confirm line and transformer connections, as required
• Investigate the cause of electrical interference complaints and recommend appropriate actions, as required
• Determine routing and provide assistance for high load moves
• Perform connect, disconnect and/or collection procedures
• Interpret and implement engineering and/or manufacturer’s plans, drawings, construction specifications and standards related to the installation, modification, repair and operation of equipment
• Inspect construction and maintenance projects to ensure quality standards are maintained
• Investigate and asses customer complaints and recommend corrective courses of action
• Verify new equipment is installed to specification and conduct the necessary tests to place into service
• Issue and/or arrange for appropriate permits and perform switching, as authorized, in accordance with the Standard Protection Code
• Provide material estimates for maintenance and system improvements
• Ensure customer service requests, complaints, trouble calls and power quality issues are investigated and processed in a timely manner
• Maintain buildings, storage and substation yards, etc.
• Read meters, as required by the position
• Inspect, service and operate specialized equipment and tools
• Plan and conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records
• Arrange for appropriate permits and develop and perform switching procedures as authorized
• Read, compile and maintain records and drawings associated with the position
• Adhere to applicable safety and environmental standards, regulations and corporate commitments
• Participate in continuous educational and professional development, as required
• Prepare cost estimates, as required
• Supervise apprentices and other staff, as required
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

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  Interprovincial Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate, or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to safely and competently perform power line work at the journeyed level
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position
• Ability to cooperate and deal tactfully with others
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Valid Class 1A driver’s licence