Power Line Technician: Journeyman/Apprentice (Ontario)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Travel and accommodation allowances

Health and dental coverage

Retirement package

Job summary

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is seeking skilled journeypersons or apprentices for powerline construction across Ontario. You will install and maintain overhead and underground systems, operate bucket trucks and heavy equipment, and ensure safety standards are met on demanding sites.

Travel across Ontario is common; positions are safety-sensitive and require a hearing screening. The role emphasizes teamwork, precise interpretation of blueprints, and on-site training of junior staff.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Powerline Technician certification or enrollment in a lineman apprenticeship program.
• 1–3 years of experience in powerline construction or strong 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.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
• Class 5 driver's license; Class 1 or 3 preferred; willing to provide a five-year driver’s 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 tools and equipment including bucket trucks, backhoes, trenchers, skid steers, digger derrick trucks, and other heavy machinery.
• Troubleshoot and repair distribution powerlines.
• Transport materials used for installation of electrical systems.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, work plans, and schematics.
• Track daily production, material usage, and support logistics and crew coordination.
• Follow safety practices and OH&S standards.
• Train and support junior workers or apprentices on proper work practices.

Skills

Pole climbing

Tools operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Journeyman Powerline Technician certification or lineman-apprentice enrollment

Class 5 driver's license (Class 1/3 preferred)

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger derrick trucks

Man-lifts

Job description

Ledcor Construction, Inc. is seeking skilled journeypersons or apprentices for powerline construction across Ontario. You will install and maintain overhead and underground systems, operate bucket trucks and heavy equipment, and ensure safety standards are met on demanding sites.

Travel across Ontario is common; positions are safety-sensitive and require a hearing screening. The role emphasizes teamwork, precise interpretation of blueprints, and on-site training of junior staff.