Lineman

Western Pacific Enterprises LTD; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IBEW benefits

Job summary

Western Pacific Enterprises, Ltd. (WPE) is seeking a Journeyman Power‑Lineman to construct and maintain all phases of electrical line construction, including underground, transmission, substations and wind farms.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to codes, and coordination with ground staff on challenging field projects. You will work at heights, read drawings, lead Groundmen and Apprentices, and ensure reliable service for customers across western Canada.

Qualifications

• Presently qualified as a Journeyman Power-Lineman; program completion documented.
• Valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain all phases of electrical line construction including underground, transmission, substations and wind farms.
• Establish OH&S and customer safety requirements.
• Observe and follow safety policies and bulletins.
• Plan and initiate projects; set poles; string or maintain wires.
• Supervise Groundmen and Apprentices; work with overhead and underground systems.

Skills

Work at heights up to 100 feet

Effective communication

Teamwork

Understand drawings and details

Safety awareness

Education

Journeyman Power-Lineman certification

Job description

About The Role

The Lineman is responsible for constructing and maintaining all phases of electrical line construction to include: underground, transmission, substation, and wind farms.

Company Overview

Since 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, Ltd. (WPE) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout western Canada. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry-leading electrical commercial and industrial, substation, transmission and distribution, and renewable energy services. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made us one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors.

We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System. We are proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper‑free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.

Essential Functions

• Construct and maintain all phases of electrical line construction to include: underground, transmission, substations and wind farms


• Establish OH & S and customer safety requirements


• Observe and practice all safety policies and bulletins


• Plan and initiate projects


• Set poles


• Maintain and repair overhead distribution or transmission lines


• String new wire or maintain old wire


• Experience with tuning overhead lines to strict specifications and stagger


• Install and maintain insulators


• Install and maintain transformers and other equipment


• Supervision of Groundmen and Apprentices


• Install and maintain underground distribution systems


• Regular and predictable attendance


• Other duties as assigned


• Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry‑specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable


• Essential functions of this position will be performed at a designated Company office or field location.

Qualifications

• Presently qualified to be a Journeyman Power‑Lineman. Documentation of completion of program is required


• Valid Drivers License

Principal Skills

• Ability to work at heights up to and aboce 100 feet


• Able to communicate effectively


• Possess good teamwork skills


• Ability to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace


• A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times


• Strong comprehension of drawings and details

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation, benefits and annual vacation allotment per the respective IBEW collective agreement.

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., a MYR Group, Inc. company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.