Journeyperson Powerline TechnicianValard Construction • Hanover, ON, CA

Journeyperson Powerline Technician

Valard Construction • Hanover, ON, CA

30+ days ago

Job type

Full-time

Job description

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

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

Duties and Responsibilities

Erect and maintain steel / wood poles, towers, and guy wires
Install overhead and underground power lines, insulators, conductors, transformers, switches, and associated equipment
Perform conductor stringing, sagging, clipping, and dead-ending (energized and de‑energized)
Execute advanced system switching tasks, including reclosers and loop feeds
Perform UG (underground) cable testing, terminations, and equipment installation
Splice, solder, and insulate conductors for connections
Model safe work practices and ensure crew adherence to Valard's HSE policies
Mentor apprentices and junior personnel in tasks, safety protocols, and equipment use
Conduct and review tailboards, FLHA, and daily safety checklists
Proficiently carry out advanced live line work procedures and teach basic live line procedures to apprentices
Lead or assist with job hazard assessments, fall protection plans, and critical lift plans
Ensure proper documentation of safety forms, inspections, and procedural compliance
Submit daily documentation and reports

Requirements

Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT) certification

Proven experience in the utility or electrical construction sector

Direct power distribution experience

Valid Drivers Lisence (Prefernence for Commercial Drivers Lisence) with ability to provide an acceptable Drivers Abstract

Demonstrated experience in energized work, system switching, and UG installations

Class 4 Rubber Glove experience

Strong understanding of construction and maintenance practices for distribution systems

Proficiency in reading construction prints and electrical schematics

Preference for Confined Space Certificate, UWPC, Working at Heights Cert, First Aid (CPR / AED)

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.

This project will be a unionized worksite. Candidates must be willing to join the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW).

This position will be part of the CUSW union and benefits are provided by the union.

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.

Additional Information

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

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