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October 5, 2024
NORTHWEST TERRITORIES POWER CORPORATION
Fort Simpson
FULL TIME
Powerline Technician (Fort Simpson)
Overview:
Participates as a member of the Transmission & Distribution Division and performs Journeyperson level work in the construction and maintenance of electrical transmission and distribution systems, including substations underground and streetlight systems. This position is based out of Fort Simpson, however routine work area encompasses all communities in the Deh Cho/Sahtu. May be assigned to support any of NTPC’s service areas including the Beaufort Delta, North and South Slave, hydro sites and remote transmission lines.
Responsibilities:
Affirmative Action Employer - Candidates must clearly identify eligibility status in order to receive priority consideration.
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This position is located in Fort Simpson, NT.
Participates as a member of the Transmission & Distribution Division and performs Journeyperson level work in the construction and maintenance of electrical transmission and distribution systems, including substations underground and streetlight systems. This position is based out of Fort Simpson, however routine work area encompasses all communities in the Deh Cho/Sahtu. May be assigned to support any of NTPC’s service areas including the Beaufort Delta, North and South Slave, hydro sites and remote transmission lines.
- Always work safely, adhere to all aspects of the NTPC Health & Safety and Environmental programs, comply with all rules & regulations, and continually practice health & safety while performing any duties.
- Restores transmission and distribution systems when there is a power disturbance failure, or storm damage by locating the source of the problem, replacing and/or repairing defective power lines and accessories.
- Completes pole and conductor replacement on distribution Transmission systems throughout the NWT Power Corporation. [120v to 115KV]
- Constructs single phase and three phase transmission and distribution lines (5KV to 115KV). Includes installation of three phase transformer banks.
- Performs routine line and substation maintenance and inspections
- Follows single line diagrams and designs and completes switching procedures and reports in accordance to the Work Protection Code.
- Monitors material, equipment and related costs used on various work orders on a daily and weekly basis. Completes all paper work in a timely manner.
- Works with and assists other trades and contractors and provides guidance and training to apprentice power linepersons, casuals and/or helpers as required.
- You will be required to provide training to and receive training from co-workers, as well as perform other responsibilities in applicable areas within your work unit as assigned by the group leader/supervisor.
- Other duties as required.
- Certification as a Journeyperson Power Lineperson, with an Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson Power Lineperson Certification preferred, and a minimum of one (1) year of directly related experience in the installation and maintenance of power distribution line systems required. Equivalencies may be considered.
- Knowledge & the ability to assist in the use of specialized equipment and be familiar with test procedures on power transformers, breakers, metering tanks, high voltage cables and switches, voltage regulators (i.e. ratio tests, capacitance/dissipation factor testing, DC HYPOT testing).
- Ability to read and work off blueprints, as well as interpret drawings, diagrams, and specifications of a variety of types of electrical equipment, including manufacturer’s manuals and parts books.
- Team player with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Good planning, organizational and communications skills.
- Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement required.
- Valid First Aid and CPR Certification.
- Must be willing & able to travel.
- Must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.
- Must provide two supervisor references.
Salary for this position ranges from $45.15/hr - $54.86/hr, plus location allowance of approximately $6,184 per annum and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Health and Dental Benefits, Life Insurance, paid Sick Days and a Defined Pension Plan. Relocation assistance may be provided. Please note this is NOT a fly-in/rotational position - it does require the successful candidate to relocate to/live in Fort Simpson, NT, and must be willing & able to travel throughout the region.
Affirmative Action Employer - Candidates must clearly identify eligibility status in order to receive priority consideration.
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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