Apprentice & Journeyperson Power Line Technicians : Saskatchewan

Hundseth Power Line Construction (HPL); Regina; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a qualified Power Line Technician in Regina, Canada. Duties include installing and maintaining overhead and underground distribution lines while adhering to strict safety protocols. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Journeyman or Apprentice Trade card and have experience with heavy machinery. This role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for extensive travel across Saskatchewan.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card required.
• Class 1A or Class 5 license needed.
• Extensive travel across Saskatchewan required.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of overhead and underground lines.
• Operation of various hand and power tools.
• Follow safety procedures on job site.

Skills

Operating heavy machinery

Safety compliance

Ability to work in all weather

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician trade card

Tools

Backhoe

Directional bore machine

Forklift

Job description

Description

These positions perform a variety of assignments involved in all aspects of the installation, construction, troubleshooting, repairing, specialized testing, and maintenance of all overhead and underground distribution, transmission lines, switching stations, substations, communication networks, streetlight facilities, and infrastructure

• Operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment including: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe.
• Follow all safety procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to foreman.

Required

• Mandatory : A valid Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card from the Saskatchewan Trades & Apprenticeship Commission or an Canadian Interprovincial Red seal certification.
• A valid Class 1A or Class 5 license (clear driving abstract) is required with a 1A preferred.
• Previous experience operating the following: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, hydroVAC, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe would be considered an asset.
• Ability to travel extensively across Saskatchewan.
• Ability to lift heavy tools and equipment over 50 pounds.
• Ability to work long shifts, 10-12 hour days, in all types of weather.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment / pre-access medical test that includes a drug and alcohol screening, as well as hearing.