Journeyperson Powerline Technician (Network)

enmax; Calgary; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

ENMAX is hiring a Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT) for our Field Resources team in Calgary, AB. This limited-term role supports electrical construction, maintenance and testing on energized and de-energized lines under standard safety practices.

The successful candidate will travel to the Field Services Depot in Calgary, work in a dynamic team, and participate in high-voltage live-line operations with rubber gloves up to 25 kV.

Qualifications

• Requires Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT) certification or equivalent
• Strong safety record and knowledge of SOPs/SWPs
• Valid Alberta driver’s license; ability to obtain Class 1 license
• Experience with live-line work and 25kV rubber glove procedures
• Willingness to train apprentices and work in diverse conditions

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety regulations and company policies
• Operate and maintain vehicles, equipment, and sites
• Perform live and de-energized line work up to system voltage limits
• Splice, terminate and pull cable, and diagnose issues
• Communicate effectively with team and customers; work under supervision

Skills

Safety

Technical proficiency

Effective communication

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT)

Tools

MS Windows

MS Office

Job description

Current ENMAX employees are encouraged to apply through their internal Workday access.

IBEW Local 254
ENMAX Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT)
Term: Limited Term (18 months)
Network Services / Field Resources
ENMAX Power Corporation
Posted: September 22, 2026
Closing: October 1, 2026
Note: More than one position may be filled.

Why ENMAX?

We are driven by our purpose of lighting the way to a brighter energy future, a future that includes a workplace where you'll experience belonging and unlock possibilities. We offer meaningful opportunities, strong collaboration and a career aligned to what matters to you. We're proud of who we are and the work we do to support our communities and customers who depend on us, because at ENMAX, we're lighting the way together.

This role involves supporting the electrical construction, maintenance, repair or testing on energized and de-energized power lines. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, working in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to the Province of Alberta, ENMAX Corporation, A.E.U.C. (Alberta Electrical Utility Code) and Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations
• Ensure proper care and use of vehicles, equipment, and work sites
• Familiar with confined and restricted space work requirements
• As a Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT) you will under direct supervision, perform activities related to the electrical construction, maintenance, repair or testing on energized and de-energized power lines, as required up to system voltage limits
• Have skills in live line technique using rubber gloves on voltages up to, and including 25kv
• Perform underground splicing, terminating and cable pulling
• Recognize, assess and control potentially hazardous situations in the work environment
• Function effectively as an integral part of a work group
• Work safely in all conditions and possess knowledge of Industry standard safe working practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must meet ENMAX Corporation's requirements as to qualifications and/or must be qualified under the Apprenticeship and Industry Training Act with respect to the related electrical trade
• Must have a proven safety record and thorough knowledge of Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Safe Work Practices (SWPs)
• Must have a valid Province of Alberta driver's license, upgrade as required
• Qualified as Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT) and be willing and able to obtain an interprovincial equivalency
• General knowledge of the principals involved in the construction and maintenance of underground cable installations
• Experience in rubber glove live line work (Preference will be given to applicants with 25kv rubber glove experience as well as underground splicing and terminating)
• Knowledge of the Electrical and Communications Utility Systems (E.C.U.C.- Safety Codes Act) and Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations as they pertain to the trade
• Knowledge of Industry standard safe working practices
• Willing to assist and train apprentices
• Ensures proper care and use of vehicles, equipment, and the worksite under your direction
• Work comfortably in underground confined space environments and adverse climate conditions
• Able to communicate effectively to address customer concerns in a professional manner
• Has had exposure to high stress situations and the ability to manage stress effectively
• Possess a valid Provincial Class 5 driver's license and the ability to obtain a Province of Alberta Class 1 driver's license is essential
• Working knowledge of MS Windows, MS Office
• Must be willing to upgrade qualifications as required

Competencies:

• Strong Safety Orientation (Critical)
• Technical Proficiency (Critical)
• Effective Communication
• Teamwork (Critical)
• Agility
• Initiative (Critical)
• Resilience
• Problem Solving

Salary: $68.75 per hour (2026 IBEW Collective Agreement rate)

Location: Field Services Depot at 2020 Centre Avenue NE, Calgary, AB

Shift: Regular Days: 7:00 am - 4:00 pm. Shift may be changed to meet operational needs.

Note:

If we can provide an accommodation or adjustment to make the process more accessible for you, please let us know. ENMAX welcomes all qualified applicants to apply and is committed to a safe and respectful workplace. It is our aim to have a workplace which is inclusive and values safety, diversity, personal integrity, respect for individual differences, and encourages ownership and accountability for our actions. Every ENMAX employee is responsible to take reasonable care to protect the health and safety of themselves, of all other workers, and of the public. Each employee must become familiar with safety procedures and rules applicable to their job and are required to follow Must be legal to work in Canada and requires the successful completion of a criminal background check and a pre-employment medical screen (including drug and alcohol testing). Two pieces of valid Government issued ID will be requ