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Powerline Technician – Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (Relocation + Northern Allowance)ATCO • Saskatoon, SK, Canada
Powerline Technician – Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (Relocation + Northern Allowance)

Powerline Technician – Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (Relocation + Northern Allowance)

ATCO • Saskatoon, SK, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Everyday a new adventure!

Location: Yellowknife, NWT

What We Offer

  • Competitive total rewards package including attractive salary, comprehensive benefits, annual retention and performance bonus eligibility, pension, employee share purchase plan, charitable donation matching, additional paid leave, and Northern Living Allowances.

  • Full relocation support to assist with transitioning to Yellowknife and establishing life in the North

Thinking About Relocating to Yellowknife?

  • Support with moving logistics, housing search, and settling-in.

  • Northern lifestyle with short commutes, outdoor recreation, and a close-knit community.

  • Compressive northern benefit package including additional time off and allowances

Why Work Here

Naka Power Utilities (NWT) delivers essential electricity services to communities across the Northwest Territories through a unique Indigenous partnership. This role offers the opportunity to lead work that directly supports safe, reliable, and sustainable electricity services that underpin communities, industry, and economic development in the North. You will have a visible impact on Northern communities and Indigenous partners while shaping the future of utility infrastructure in the region.

What You’ll Do:

  • Construct, operate, and maintain overhead and underground power lines, substations, and related equipment.

  • Install and maintain street lighting systems, adhering to quality and safety standards.

  • Execute system switching, in line with Electrical Operations Standards.

  • Supervise contracted labor effectively, ensuring compliance and quality.

  • Administer maintenance programs and system inspections, while maintaining comprehensive documentation.

  • Collaborate with electrical technicians for equipment installation and maintenance.

  • Diagnose and troubleshoot system faults, offering both immediate and long-term solutions.

  • Handle emergency response and standby duties efficiently.

  • Coordinate outages and execute switching orders with precision.

  • Respond to customer service requests promptly and professionally.

  • Participate in company-sponsored community relations activities.

  • Maintain and operate company vehicles and equipment responsibly.

  • Uphold stringent safety and environmental regulations.

  • Lead, coach, and mentor apprentices and colleagues as required.

  • Engage in continuous personal and professional development.

What You Bring:

  • Valid Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate.

  • Valid or eligibility for Interprovincial Red Seal.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of live line techniques using bare hand, sticks, and kv rubber glove work achieved through live line training is preferred.

  • Valid Class vehicle operator's license; ability to obtain Class or Class Operator's License.

  • Valid First Aid Certificate.

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

About Naka Power Utilities (NWT)

Naka Power Utilities (NWT) is a partnership between ATCO Ltd. and Denendeh Investments Inc., representing Dene First Nations across the Northwest Territories. Naka has provided safe, reliable electricity to Northern communities for over years, serving Yellowknife, N’Dilo, and several remote communities through offices in Hay River and Yellowknife. Rooted in Indigenous partnership and community connection, Naka plays a vital role in supporting a responsible and sustainable energy future in the North.

Even if you are only beginning to explore the idea of relocating to Yellowknife, we encourage you to apply. We are happy to discuss the relocation package and what life in the North can look like for you.

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