Power Line Technician – Fieldwork & Safe Installations (Ontario)

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Cornwall; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and accommodation allowances

Comprehensive health and dental care

Retirement package

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is seeking a skilled Journeyperson or Apprentice Linesperson to support overhead and underground powerline construction, installation and maintenance in Ontario.

This role requires comfort with heights, use of bucket trucks and other heavy equipment, and strict safety practices. You will read blueprints, coordinate with crews, and train junior workers while traveling across Ontario to project sites.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Powerline Technician certification or enrollment/interest in a lineman apprenticeship program
• 1–3 years of experience in powerline construction (or strong interest with technical training)
• Ability to climb poles using spikes and rigging and to work from bucket trucks or man-lifts
• Strong knowledge of distribution powerline construction methods, tools, and safety procedures
• Read and interpret blueprints and construction documents
• Class 5 driver's license; Class 1 or 3 preferred; able to provide a five-year driving abstract
• Physically able to work at heights, lift heavy materials, and work in varying weather conditions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, inspect, and maintain overhead and underground power distribution systems
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment including bucket trucks, backhoes, trenchers, skid steers, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machines, and trackhoes
• Troubleshoot and repair distribution powerlines
• Transport materials used for the installation of electrical systems (overhead/underground)
• Read and interpret construction drawings, work plans, and schematics
• Track daily production, material usage, and support logistics and crew coordination
• Follow and promote strict safety practices, adhering to all OH&S standards
• Train and support junior workers or apprentices on proper work practices

Skills

Climb poles

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Strong communication

Education

Journeyman Powerline Technician certification / apprenticeship

Tools

Bucket trucks

Backhoes

Trenchers

Skid steers

Digger derrick trucks

All-terrain track machines

Trackhoes

Job description

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is seeking a skilled Journeyperson or Apprentice Linesperson to support overhead and underground powerline construction, installation and maintenance in Ontario.

This role requires comfort with heights, use of bucket trucks and other heavy equipment, and strict safety practices. You will read blueprints, coordinate with crews, and train junior workers while traveling across Ontario to project sites.