Highlights of the job

We are hiring a permanent Powerline Technician to join our EPCOR Electricity Distribution Ontario (EEDO) team position working out of Collingwood, ON.   

   

In the Powerline Technician role, you are accountable for performing skilled and hazardous electrical work in the installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution lines, transformers, and related equipment. This includes customer service related field tasks and 24-hour emergency response.   

   

The successful candidate will be required to live within 45 minutes of 43 Stewart Rd. Candidates outside of this area will be considered but required to relocate within 3 months of completing the 6 month probation period.  

We are accepting applications both current EPCOR Employees and external applicants at this time.  

What you'd be responsible for

The Powerline Technician is accountable to the Supervisor, Hydro Operations, and operates within the context and prescribed limits established as established by both the Supervisor, Hydro Operations and the General Manager, EEDO.  Key accountabilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Providing input to the Collingwood Hydro Operations plans and directions, and ensuring on-going appropriate relationships with other positions.
• Ensuring the delivery of optimal results against appropriate performance metrics including safety, environment and customer service.
• Performing the construction of:
  • Overhead lines, setting, framing of poles (primary and secondary), stringing and energizing conductors.
  • Underground lines, installation of primary and secondary ducts and conductors, termination and energizing primary and secondary conductors.
• Performing electric utility connections and disconnections concerning customer service activity as requested/required.
• Trimming trees around energized electrical power lines.
• Inspecting installation by others to ensure compliance with EPCOR's Condition of Supply and Reg.22/04; sign-off as required.
• Repairing street lighting and traffic control lighting.
• Proficiently operating all underground equipment for locating.
• Working in compliance with the Highway Traffic Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, WHMIS, and all applicable legislation, regulations, and statutes.
• Providing back-up support to other Departments, as assigned, that are in accordance with job responsibilities, and/or necessary departmental or corporate objectives.

What's required to be successful

   

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:  

   

• High school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education).
• Certified Powerline Technician in Ontario.
  • For other provinces, a Powerline Technician Certificate with Red Seal status is required.
• Valid DZ Class Motor Vehicle Operator's License in good standing. Ability to qualify for and maintain a valid EPCOR driver's permit. A 3 year Commercial Drivers Abstract may be required.
• Ability to:
  • Operate bucket truck/material handler, radial boom derrick.
  • Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties and be willing to work in all types of weather conditions.
  • Competent and knowledgeable with the current versions of Electrical Utility Safety Rules, Utility Work Protection Code and Traffic Control (Book 7).
  • Read and interpret documents such as operating maintenance instructions, maps, drawings, and procedure manuals.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, staff, other departments, municipal departments, suppliers, and contractors.
  • Perform On-Call duties within the scheduled rotation.
  • Reside within 45 minutes of 43 Stewart Rd Collingwood, Ontario
• Demonstrable knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in electrical distribution construction, inspection, operation, testing and maintenance.

   

As the ideal candidate, you have well-developed and effective verbal and written communication skills combined with the ability to work well within a team environment. You have a strong commitment to safety and take ownership for the work you do and collaborate easily with other team members. Other competencies you demonstrate include taking initiative, adapting to change, and focusing on your continuous improvement.   

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: PWU1000 Outside  

Grade: 1470  

Wage: $47.50 per hour  

Hours of work: 80 hours bi-weekly  

   

Internal Applicants please ensure that you are using your "@epcor.com" email address.  

   

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Please note the following information:  

   

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) 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.