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Remote Powerline Technician (Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice)Valard Construction • Kelowna, British Columbia
Remote Powerline Technician (Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice)

Remote Powerline Technician (Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice)

Valard Construction • Kelowna, British Columbia
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Remote
Job description

Our Distribution group is currently seeking a Powerline Technician (PLT) to join our team, based in Saskatchewan.

Reporting to the Foreman, this position constructs, maintains, and repairs overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, working with cables, conduits, and associated equipment like transformers and splicing tools. They will install, troubleshoot, and repair power lines, often working at heights or in confined spaces such as trenches.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Install, splice, terminate, and maintain overhead and underground power cables, vaults, conduits, and related equipment
  • Perform troubleshooting, fault locating, and repairs on distribution systems
  • Operate and maintain specialized tools and equipment such as cable pulling rigs, fault locators, splicing kits, and test instruments
  • Conduct switching and grounding of high-voltage equipment in accordance with utility safety standards and work procedures
  • Read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and underground cable maps
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, utility codes, and company standards
  • Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other crew members to complete projects efficiently
  • Respond to emergency outages and perform restoration work in a timely manner
  • Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and test results
  • Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certification
  • 4th year Apprentices will be considered
  • Proven experience working with power distribution systems
  • Strong knowledge of electrical theory, powerline construction practices, and safety procedures
  • Proficient in the use of locating, splicing, and testing equipment
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to work on-call and respond to emergency situations when required

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits 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.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications. All hiring decisions involve human review. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

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