Lineman Canada

Southwire; Toronto; On-site; CAD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Lineman to join their team, responsible for the safe repair and rejuvenation of medium to high voltage underground cables. This role involves operating specialized equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service. With a commitment to employee growth and a focus on quality, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions make a significant impact. If you have a passion for electrical work and a dedication to safety, this is the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Pension Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Lineman or Cable Splicer with relevant certifications.
• Strong skills in underground craftwork and fault location.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and compliance with OSHA regulations.
• Operate equipment for cable testing and injection.

Skills

Underground line work

Cable splicing

Safety compliance

Mechanical skills

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Education

Class A Lineman certification

CDL preferred

Tools

TDR waveform equipment

Cable injection equipment

Bucket trucks

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our commitment to delivering quality and service to our customers, exercising environmental stewardship, enhancing the well-being of our employees and giving back to the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Location: Vaughan, Canada

Shift: 10/4

Starting Pay Rate: $52.00

Job Description

Position Summary
This position is responsible for the safe repair and rejuvenation of medium to high voltage underground cables using Novinium’s patented technology and processes.

Responsibilities

1. Safety
   Work safely with no electrical contact incidents or personal injuries
   Enhance and advance a below zero incident safety culture and behavior
   Comprehend and follow OSHA and company safety rules
   Responsible for the safety of all people at a worksite
2. Craftwork
   Operate TDR waveform and RF locating equipment to perform cable testing and analysis of cable paths, splice locations and neutral corrosion
   Place and operate cable injection equipment on de-energized and energized cables in transformers, switchgear, junction boxes and at other cable end points
   Perform air flow tests
   Prepare cable for injection activities, including electrical craftwork according to quality standards
   Inject URD and feeder cables with Novinium patented repair/rejuvenation fluids using sustained and un-sustained rejuvenation technologies
   Provide field service and set up injection equipment
   Switch medium voltage electrical circuits
   Write and implement cable switching orders, manage switching contact with circuit owner
   Climb poles to perform work if needed
   Carry out other duties as assigned
3. Project Management
   May coordinate injection and digging activities (competency in excavation)
   Maintain rolling stock and equipment
   Select Injection Adapters, and cable accessories
   Assist Team Leader with job planning, hazard avoidance, and recording daily work records
   Operate company vehicles and equipment, including bucket trucks, as required
4. Customer Relations
   Provide positive customer service

Requirements

1. Relevant work experience as a Lineman, Class A Lineman, Class B Lineman, First Class Power Lineman, or Cable Splicer with current certification or documentation
2. Experience with underground line work, including URD, fault location and repair, and switching
3. Strong Lineman underground craftwork skills, including inline splices, terminations and elbows
4. Ability to read circuit maps
5. Basic computer skills and entry level proficiency with MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, internet/web)
6. Understanding of basic construction skills
7. Strong mechanical skills
8. Familiarity with URD systems and cables, fault repair and switching
9. Safe work record and a firm commitment to safety
10. Valid driver’s license and acceptable DMV record
11. CDL preferred
12. Passport and ability to travel to Canada preferred

Working Conditions

1. Able and willing to travel on a regular basis
2. Able to safely climb poles if needed
3. Able to lift, push, pull and carry at least 40 lbs.
4. Able to stand, kneel and work in confined spaces for an extended period of time
5. Must be able to fit into a confined space rescue harness
6. Must conduct digging operations as required
7. Frequent sitting, standing and walking
8. Frequent exposure to seasonal elements
9. Conditions may vary based on assignment

Benefits we offer:

• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Pension Plan
• Personal Days
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave Top Up
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.