Power Line Technician – Lead Overhead/Underground

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

People-first culture

Growth opportunities

Safety-first culture

Job summary

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation in Alberta is seeking a Red Seal Power Line Technician to join our field operations. You will reinforce safety, install, repair, and maintain electrical distribution systems, and lead site activities with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Our team values strong communication, adherence to codes, and the ability to manage resources while mentoring apprentices. A valid Class 3 or 5 driver’s license with Q endorsement is preferred.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Journeyman Certification as a Power Line Technician.
• Understanding of applicable codes and regulations.
• Planning skills for project completion, resource requirements, and project documentation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution construction, blueprint reading, and understanding of specification requirements.
• Ability to lead and work within a team environment.
• Promotion of safe work practices.
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce company policies and ensure safe and productive completion of the work.
• Install, repair, and maintain electrical distribution systems.
• Splice, solder, insulate, and terminate conductors and wiring.
• Install and maintain street lighting systems.
• Erect and maintain poles.
• Plan site projects and resource requirements with the Supervisor.
• Coordinate material requirements and effectively manage site materials.
• Demonstrate technical ability and application of appropriate processes and procedures.
• Conduct safety meetings and assist with incident reporting and investigations as required.
• Provide leadership and coaching to apprentices.
• Maintain detailed project field documentation, reports, and job closing documents.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and prints.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Power Line Technician

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Blueprint reading

Communication skills

Education

Red Seal Journeyman Certification (Power Line Technician)

Job description

Primary Engineering and Construction Corporation in Alberta is seeking a Red Seal Power Line Technician to join our field operations. You will reinforce safety, install, repair, and maintain electrical distribution systems, and lead site activities with a focus on quality and efficiency.

Our team values strong communication, adherence to codes, and the ability to manage resources while mentoring apprentices. A valid Class 3 or 5 driver’s license with Q endorsement is preferred.