Power Line Technician - Ontario Field Role

Ledcor; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Retirement package

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ledcor in Ontario seeks a skilled Journeyperson or Apprentice Linesperson to support the construction, installation, and maintenance of overhead and underground powerlines. You enjoy working at heights, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring electrical systems are installed safely and to industry standards.

If you are safety driven, physically capable, experienced in power line construction or eager to develop in the trade, join our Utilities team in Ontario today!

Qualifications

• Journeyman Powerline Technician certification or enrollment in an apprenticeship.
• 1–3 years of powerline construction experience or strong technical training.
• Ability to climb poles using spikes and operate bucket trucks or man-lifts.
• Knowledge of distribution powerline construction methods and safety.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction docs.
• Valid Class 5 license; Class 1 or 3 preferred; submit 5-year abstract.
• Physically capable of heights, lifting heavy materials, and varied weather.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Construct, install, inspect, and maintain power systems (overhead/underground).
• Operate tools and equipment including bucket trucks and backhoes.
• Troubleshoot and repair distribution powerlines.
• Transport materials for electrical installations.
• Read and interpret drawings, plans, and schematics.
• Track production, material usage, and crew logistics.
• Follow OH&S standards and promote safety practices.
• Train and mentor junior workers or apprentices.

Skills

Pole climbing

Bucket truck operation

Blueprints reading

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Journeyman Powerline Technician certification

Lineman apprenticeship program enrollment

Class 5 driver’s license

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger derrick trucks

Trenchers

Job description

Ledcor in Ontario seeks a skilled Journeyperson or Apprentice Linesperson to support the construction, installation, and maintenance of overhead and underground powerlines. You enjoy working at heights, operating specialized equipment, and ensuring electrical systems are installed safely and to industry standards.

If you are safety driven, physically capable, experienced in power line construction or eager to develop in the trade, join our Utilities team in Ontario today!