Journeyman Powerline Tech: Overhead & Underground Expert

Valard Group; Tilbury; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CUSW benefits

Unionized worksite

Job summary

Valard Construction is seeking Journeyperson Powerline Technicians for unionized projects in Tilbury, Ontario. The role involves constructing overhead and underground distribution systems, leading safety practices and mentoring apprentices.

Candidates must hold 434A or Red Seal and have experience in the utility sector. The position requires local residence or acceptable commuting distance and willingness to join CUSW.

Qualifications

• Experience in utility construction
• Ability to read construction prints and electrical schematics
• Valid driver's licence with acceptable abstract

Responsibilities

• Maintain poles, towers, and guy wires
• Install overhead/underground lines and equipment
• Perform conductor stringing, sagging, clipping, and dead-ending
• Execute system switching tasks including reclosers and loop feeds
• Perform UG cable testing, terminations, and equipment installation
• Lead safety and fall protection planning and documentation
• Mentor apprentices in tasks and safety procedures
• Submit daily reports and maintain documentation

Skills

Live line work

System switching

UG installations

Education

Journeyperson Powerline Technician (434A or Red Seal)

Job description

Valard Construction is seeking Journeyperson Powerline Technicians for unionized projects in Tilbury, Ontario. The role involves constructing overhead and underground distribution systems, leading safety practices and mentoring apprentices.

Candidates must hold 434A or Red Seal and have experience in the utility sector. The position requires local residence or acceptable commuting distance and willingness to join CUSW.