Apprentice Powerline Technician

Rising Edge Group; Liverpool; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with weekly  

Paid time off

RRSP-DPSP employer matching

Comprehensive benefits package

Ongoing training and career growth

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Rising Edge Group is seeking a Powerline Technician Apprentice to install and maintain low and high voltage equipment in a substation. You will gain hands‑on experience with ground grids, structural steel erection, and assembly of power system equipment while supporting Journeyman PLTs.

As part of our team, you will assist with installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of high-voltage transformers, circuit breakers, switches, and SCADA systems, while adhering to safety procedures and

Qualifications

• Must hold Power Line Technician (Operating) Certificate and be indentured into Electrical or PSE trade.
• Knowledge of Electrical Utility Code and OH&S rules as they relate to the PLT role.
• Valid Provincial Class 5 driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, Office and computer-based test equipment would be an asset.
• Must meet pre-access Drug & Alcohol testing requirements.
• Must be able to work comfortably at heights.

Responsibilities

• Framing poles and stringing conductor in substation projects.
• Assist in day-to-day activities involved with substation construction.
• Work with high voltage equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, switches, voltage regulators, capacitor banks, P&C and SCADA systems.
• Install time sensitive network and power cabling, and document all circuits.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs and testing of substation equipment.
• Develop work scopes, draft procedures and perform routine repairs.

Skills

Windows Office

Height work

Safety compliance

Education

Power Line Technician (Operating) Certificate

Inducted into Electrical or PSE trade

Tools

Tool Box

Socket set

Multimeter

Vise grips

Torx bits

Pliers

Screwdrivers

Job description

Who We Are

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, andmaintainthe critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Journeyperson Powerline Technician, the role of Powerline Technician Apprentice is to install new and maintain low and high voltage equipment in a substation. Under this role the PLT Apprentice will gain hands‑on experience with the installation of ground grids, structural steel’s erection and the repair and assembly of power system equipment. The PLT Apprentice is responsible to assist with the installation, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of high voltage transformers and all other related equipment on a substation

Key Responsibilities

• framing poles
• stringing conductor
• replacing fittings and conductor; and
• Other related work specific to the grade level for each Apprentice
• Assist in the day‑to‑day activities involved with substation construction
• Work with high voltage equipment such as circuit breakers, transformers, and switches, voltage regulators, capacitor banks, P&C (protection and control) equipment and SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition systems) systems, human machine interfaces (HMI) and remote terminal units (RTUs)
• Install time sensitive network and power cabling, including connection, location, and documentation of all circuits, as required
• Perform preventive equipment maintenance; scheduled, unscheduled and emergency requests
• Perform maintenance, predictive inspections, and testing on substation equipment
• Develop work scopes, draft procedures, and perform routine repairs
• Comply, always, with Rising Edge Technologies operating and maintenance safe work practices, procedures, and standards
• Develop and maintain test and maintenance reports while working under Journeyman PLT
• Work with Journeyman PLT to install ground grids, power system equipment’s assembly and erection of structural steel

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre‑employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.

What We’re Looking For

• Power Line Technician (Operating) Certificate
• Indentured into Electrical or PSE trade
• Have knowledge of the Electrical Utility Code (E.U.C Safety Codes Act) and Occupational Health and Safety rules as they relate to the PLT role
• Have a valid Provincial Class 5 driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Experience with Microsoft Windows, Office and computer‑based test equipment would be an asset
• Must meet pre‑access Drug & Alcohol testing requirements
• Must be able to work comfortably at heights

Tool Requirements

• Tool Box
• 1/2 drive socket set
• Sockets up to 15/16”
• Metric Socket set - up to 22mm
• Metric tape measure
• Standard wrenches up to 1-1/4”
• Metric wrenches up to 21mm
• Insulated screwdriver set
• Nut driver set
• Screwdriver set
• Crescent wrenches 12” & 18”
• Linesmen Pliers
• Channel lock pliers
• Side cutters
• Crimping tool
• Needle nose pliers
• Allen keys up to 1/2”
• Stripping knife
• Mechanical wire strippers
• Mallet hammer/Ballpoint hammer
• Vise grips
• Multimeter (Within 3 months) * 50% reimbursed by RET after 6 months
• Center punch
• Torx bits set
• Hacksaw
• Metal Files
• Driver bits (Robertson, Philips, 5/16’ etc.)

What We Offer

• What We Offer
• Competitive compensation with weekly payperiods
• Generous paid time off
• RRSP-DPSP employer matching, increasing with years of service
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and disability)
• Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling support)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• power the future, one project at a time.

Why Rising Edge Group?

Safety & Excellence:Safety is at the heart of everything we do.Every project is approached with diligence, strategic planning, and reliable execution practices to protect our teams and the clients we serve while delivering world‑class high‑voltage solutions. Our unwavering commitment tosafetyand quality drivesexcellence on every project, every day.

People-First Culture:You’remore than a job title.Every person contributes to powering essential energy infrastructure across North America. Our teams are built on collaboration, respect, and accountability. We support ouremployeesthrough meaningful engagement initiatives, team events, and a culture that prioritizes wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections.

Career Growth & Impact:Your role is a path to along-termcareer.We empower our employees with hands‑on experience, exposure to diverse projects, and opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development,you’llbuild lastingexpertisewhile making a tangible impact in an environment where teamwork and integrity guideour work.

Reward & Recognition:We believe skill,dedication, and excellence deserves recognition. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of appreciation ensure your achievements are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

At Rising Edge Group,you’renot just building projects,you’rebuilding a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.