Electrical Distribution Utility Technician

Valard Construction; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union benefits

Comprehensive training programs

Job summary

A leading Canadian utility contractor is seeking a Utility Person to support a multi-year project in Central Ontario. This hands-on role involves construction of electrical distribution systems, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and a strong safety commitment. Join a unionized work environment with benefits provided by the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with rock drilling, chipping, and boring.
• Valid Driver's License with an acceptable driver's abstract.
• Experience in distribution groundwork or electrical utility construction is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the construction of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Read, interpret, and verify utility locates.
• Operate heavy and light equipment safely.
• Perform site preparation and material handling.
• Follow all safety protocols.

Skills

Ground Disturbance training

WHMIS

Traffic Control training

Equipment operation (mini-excavator, skid steer, backhoe)

Reading and verifying locates

Commitment to safety

Job description

A leading Canadian utility contractor is seeking a Utility Person to support a multi-year project in Central Ontario. This hands-on role involves construction of electrical distribution systems, operating heavy equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and a strong safety commitment. Join a unionized work environment with benefits provided by the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers.