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Power Line TechnicianAFIMAC Canada • Nanaimo, British Columbia, CA
Power Line Technician

Power Line Technician

AFIMAC Canada • Nanaimo, British Columbia, CA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

AFIMAC Canada is seeking experienced Power Line Technicians for an upcoming, temporary assignment in Eastern Canada.

This position will require you to work up to 16 hour shifts, 5-7 days per week when assigned to a project.

You will earn:

  • $100.00 per hour before overtime
  • Hotel Accommodations Provided (when required)
  • $50 per day non-taxed meal allowance (when lodging is required)
  • Paid Travel (up to 4 hours)
  • Flight provided (if required)

Contract Duration: 1 - 120 days

Job Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

  • Construct, maintain and operate electrical overhead and underground sub-transmission, distribution and other systems including distribution vaults.
  • Install, test, commission, maintain and de-commission all medium and high voltage equipment including, but not limited to insulators, conductors, transformers, regulators, re-closures, capacitors, air break switches, circuit switches, fused cutouts, lightning arrestors, cable systems and automated distribution switches.
  • Perform live-line work on overhead and underground systems.
  • Respond to emergency system conditions, perform diagnosis troubleshooting, repair and replacement of equipment to ensure the safe operation and restoration of power to customers and assist first responders and to provide an electrically safe work area.
  • Closing Switches, energizing lines and installation and removal of grounds.
  • Repair ground conductors,
  • Install, remove and transfer triplexed, open services and transformers
  • Clear trees from power lines
  • Collaborate with other departments as required to ensure safe and efficient operations
  • Performs all required duties safely, efficiently and within required housekeeping, safety and environmental standards
  • Respond to emergency situations, providing timely and appropriate resolution
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

To be eligible to work for AFIMAC you must be able to meet the following criteria:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Hold a valid 434A Certification (preferred)
  • Have a valid AZ license or Class 3 license with Condition 15
  • Minimum 1 year experience as a PLT
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable with a fast-paced environment
  • Self-starter with an ability to work with limited supervision
  • Excellent sense of urgency, work ethic and attendance record
  • Able and willing to work up to 16 hour days or 12-hour shifts 7 days per week while on assignment
  • Able to sit, walk, stand, and/or drive for extended periods of time
  • Able to work extended hours
  • Able to work day or night shifts
  • Lift up to 50lbs
  • Able to read, write and speak English effectively
  • A Canadian resident and/or legally allowed to work within Canada

AFIMAC is a global risk management and elite security company. For more than 40 years, AFIMAC has helped image-conscious companies and organizations across the globe to plan and execute services that mitigate and eliminate risk. AFIMAC prides itself in the long-term partnerships it establishes with clients to protect people and property in times of crisis and in regular business operations.
AFIMAC welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

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