Apprentice Powerline Technician

Current ENMAX employees are encouraged to apply through their internal Workday access.

ENMAX Apprentice Powerline Technician (PLT)

Posted : April 25, 2024

Closing : May 7, 2024

Union : IBEW Local 254

Term : Limited to Apprenticeship Term

ENMAX Values Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Service, Teamwork, Agility, Innovation

PEOPLE. That's the power behind ENMAX Corporation. As one of Alberta's leading energy and utility providers, our employees are the strength and knowledge that continue to drive our success.

At the ENMAX group of companies, we look for energy solutions for today, while knowing we have the power to provide for a better tomorrow.

ENMAX Powerline Technician (PLT) Apprenticeship Program

The Powerline Technician Apprenticeship is a 4-year program to become a Journeyperson Powerline Technician. Apprentices will gain exposure to the maintenance and construction of overhead & underground distribution as well as underground network distribution.

As a Powerline Technician Apprentice (PLT) you will perform activities under direct supervision related to the electrical construction, maintenance, repair or testing on energized and de-energized power lines, as required up to system voltage limits.

Responsibilities :

Adhere to the Province of Alberta, ENMAX Corporation, A.E.U.C. (Alberta Electrical Utility Code) and Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations

Ensure proper care and use of vehicles, equipment and work sites

PLT Apprentices will work as part of a team to safely perform work on the energized electric system alongside ENMAX Power Line Technicians, Power Systems Electricians and Civil Personnel.

Receive training to work safely in confined and restricted spaces

Learn skills in live line technique using rubber gloves on voltages up to, and including 25kv

Recognize, assess and control potentially hazardous situations in the work environment

Work safely in all conditions and possess knowledge of Industry standard safe working practices

Install remove various types of electrical and communication cables through ENMAX Network Duct systems and Transformer vaults

Perform underground splicing, terminating and cable pulling

Terminate and maintain primary conductors, quick splice, H Splice, BLR’s, reducing taps, etc

Terminate and maintain secondary conductors and installing limiters, fuse’s, moles on Network distributed Grid system (Energized or De-energized)

Qualifications :

High school diploma with Math 20-3 and Physics 20 (or equivalent)

Valid Class 5 Province of Alberta Driver’s license with no more than 6 demerits

Proven safety record with knowledge of Safe Operating Procedures and Safe Work Practices

Eager to learn by taking a hands-on approach

Demonstrated ability to function effectively as an integral part of a work group

Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

Competencies :

Strong Safety Orientation

Technical Proficiency

Effective communication

Team player

Takes initiative

Problem solving

Did we mention the ENMAX Advantage?

We offer competitive compensation including a comprehensive flexible benefits program, non-downtown location that includes great building amenities such as free onsite fitness facility with programming geared to employees needs, onsite childcare centre (upon availability, offered from our ENMAX Place location 141 50 Ave.

SE), free parking and much more. If you share our values and would like to make a difference with your career, join the team and see where the ENMAX possibilities can take you.

What You Need to Apply :

Resume

Proof showing completion of High School Diploma with Math 20-3 and Physics 20 (or equivalent)

Valid Class 5 Province of Alberta Driver’s license with no more than 6 demerits

Salary : As outlined in the IBEW Collective Agreement (based on January 1, 2024 rates) :

1st year apprentice 60% of Journeyperson rate ($37.42 per hour)

2nd year apprentice - 65% of Journeyperson rate ($40.54 per hour)

3rd year apprentice - 75% of Journeyperson rate ($46.77 per hour)

4th year apprentice - 85% of Journeyperson rate ($53.01 per hour)

Journeyperson Rate - $62.36 per hour (After Apprenticeship Completion)

Location : South Service Centre at 8820 52 Street SE, Calgary, AB

Note :

More than one position will be filled from this posting.

An assessment will be included as part of the interview process the week of

This position requires the successful completion of a pre-employment medical screen (including drug and alcohol testing).

ENMAX welcomes all qualified applicants to apply, it is our aim to have a workplace which reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

Applicants will be required to provide a current driver’s abstract (those with more than 6 demerits will not be considered) and must be able to meet ENMAX’s insurance requirements.

Must be able to meet ENMAX Corporation’s requirements as to qualifications and must be qualified under the Apprenticeship and Industry Training Act with respect to the related electrical trade.

Apprentices are required to adhere to the Province of Alberta, ENMAX Corporation, A.E.U.C. (Alberta Electrical Utility Code) and Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations.

In the spirit of reconciliation, we respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional lands of Indigenous Peoples.

ENMAX headquarters is in Calgary, Alberta, the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Confederacy, comprised of the Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, and Amskapi Piikuni Nations;

the Tsuut’ina Nation; and the îyârhe Nakoda Nations of Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney, and home to the Métis Nation of Alberta Region 3, as well as many diverse Indigenous people who have made the city their home.

We are committed to strengthening relationships with Indigenous Nations and peoples in all communities where we operate, through respect and collaboration.

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