Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprentices

Overview

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

PLT Apprentices report to the Construction Foreman and 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 registered with an applicable Provincial Apprenticeship program as well as Apprentices Level One through Four who are looking to continue their journey toward a Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate.

This position is based in Central Ontario; candidates must reside locally or within a reasonable commuting distance.

Responsibilities

• Work with a Journeyperson Powerline Technician and gain hours toward obtaining a 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

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

Union Participation

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 includes an RRSP matching program and a range of employee benefits to support your health and wellbeing.

About Valard Construction

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 are part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We are 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.

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