Highlights of the job

We are hiring a full-time permanent position working out of Edmonton, AB.

Do you have excellent communication skills combined with an interest in coaching, leading others and working in a team environment? Do you practice a high level of safety awareness while performing your work?

If yes, come join EPCOR's Electricity Operations' Distribution team as a Power Line Technician 3. The Power Line Technician 3 is responsible for working on energized aerial systems of 120 volts to 25,000 volts using rubber glove and other live line techniques.

What you'd be responsible for

The Power Line Technician 3 will report to the Manager, Customer Connections Operations and will be accountable for, but not limited to:

• Constructing, repairing and maintaining new and existing distribution aerial systems.
• Energization of both aerial and underground services from the Land Servicing and Customer Engineering Services departments.
• Working at heights.
• Inspecting and testing power lines and cables.
• Training apprentices and supervising non-trades personnel.
• Splicing, terminating and insulating conductors and wiring.
• Responding to emergency conditions and environmental hazards.
• Performing administrative duties using written and basic computer skills as required
• Adhering to safety practices and procedures.
• Developing and maintaining working relationship with other business areas of Electricity Operations.
• Directing, mentoring, and training crew members.
• Providing input related to work planning, priorities and resource requirements.
• Determining need for and method to conduct repair work while minimizing service outages.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses complex technical problems.
• Inspecting work and equipment to ensure adherence to safety codes and regulations.

What's required to be successful

The successful Power Lineman III candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Grade12 or GED or equivalent.
• Journeyman Power Lineman (PLT) certificate.
• 3 years of experience at a journeyman level in aerial with work in underground an asset.
• Valid Class 1 Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License. A driver's abstract will be required.
• Ability to read technical prints and schematics.
• Working knowledge of protective grounding and climbing of poles with belt and spurs, aerial bucket and/or hydraulic equipment, tension stringing devices, and electrical safe work practices.
• Ability to meet the physical demands required of this position.
• Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing will be required and a background security check is required.

To be successful in this role, you demonstrate excellent planning, organizational, and decision making skills, and use sound judgement. You also possess open communication and leadership skills combined with the ability to handle new and/or emergency situations in a logical and reasoned manner. You will maintain a strong team focus and must have an interest in coaching, leading and empowering others. In addition, you seek out personal development opportunities to increase your technical and interpersonal skills as well as your knowledge and understanding of the work area.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: IBEW1007

Class: PS3 (8182)

Wage: Starting at $53.99 per hour

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly a week

Application deadline: August 5, 2021

Learn more about Working at EPCOR!

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.