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Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices

Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices

ValardSault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
Full-time
We are currently seeking Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices to join our growing team to support a multi year Distribution project in Central Ontario. Reporting to the Construction Foreman, PLT A...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Apprentice – Machining, Welding and Welder-Fitting, Millwrights

Apprentice – Machining, Welding and Welder-Fitting, Millwrights

Soo FoundrySault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Full-time
Welcoming Apprentice Applications at Soo Foundry.At Soo Foundry, we pride ourselves on being a place where an apprentice can thrive. Many of our current employees began their careers here, serving t...Show moreLast updated: 22 hours ago
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Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Electrical Maintenance Supervisor

Gabriella & CoSault Sainte Marie, ON, Canada
Full-time +1
Electrical BMG Supervisor – Hot Rolling Mill (Maintenance Division).Overtime : Eligible, per ESA guidelines.Our client is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of steel pipe products and ...Show moreLast updated: 25 days ago
Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices

Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices

Valard ConstructionSault Ste. Marie, ON, CA
Full-time
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We are currently seeking Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices to join our growing team to support a multi year Distribution project in Central Ontario. Reporting to the Construction Foreman, PLT A...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Superintendent - Electrical (Relocation Available)

Superintendent - Electrical (Relocation Available)

Black & McDonaldON, CA
Full-time
Black & McDonald’s Western Utilities team is growing! If you are committed and collaborative professional looking to contribute to a hard-working, innovative team, this opportunity is for you.Edmon...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices

Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices

ValardSault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are currently seeking Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices to join our growing team to support a multi year Distribution project in Central Ontario.

Reporting to the Construction Foreman, PLT Apprentices assist in the installation and inspection of electrical distribution facilities, drive and operate line trucks, operate associated equipment, and perform other miscellaneous duties as required. We are open to new Apprentices who are registered with an applicable Provincial Apprenticeship program as well as Apprentices Level One through Four who are looking to continue their journey towards their Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate.

Please Note : This position is based in Central Ontario, and candidates must reside locally or within a reasonable commuting distance.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Work with a Journeyperson Powerline Technician and gain hours towards obtaining Journeyperson Certificate
  • Climb and work from heights and parallel to energized circuits
  • Erect and maintain poles, towers and guy wires
  • Splice, solder and insulate conductors and related wiring to connect power distribution networks
  • Open and close switches and install grounding devices to lines and equipment
  • May climb poles and / or ride in bucket to install or repair wires, arms, insulators or other hardware on poles
  • Install and repair underground facilities such as cable, transformers, potheads and pedestals
  • Install pole hardware and auxiliary equipment such as transformers, lightning arresters, switches, fuses and insulators, using hand tools and mechanical devices
  • May cover energized lines with rubber goods to facilitate safe handling of high-voltage lines without interrupting service
  • Use insulated poles (hot sticks) fitted with mechanically or hydraulically operated grasping and crimping tools and / or rubber gloves and sleeves to perform energized line work

Requirements

  • Must be enrolled, or eligible to enroll, as a PLT apprentice with the Ontario Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission
  • Valid Driver’s License and ability to provide an acceptable Drivers Abstract
  • Willingness to work away from home and work a variety of shifts
  • Knowledge of trade safety practices, procedures and safety requirements
  • Preferred Skills / Qualifications

  • Level One, Two, Three or Four Powerline Technician Apprentice
  • This project will be a unionized worksite. Candidates must be willing to join Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW)

    Benefits

    We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

    About our Business

    Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.