Power Line Techs: Apprentice/Journeyman — Saskatchewan

Hundseth Power Line Construction (HPL); Saskatoon, Regina; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power line construction company in Canada is looking for an Apprentice Technician. The role involves installation, construction, and maintenance of power lines, requiring a valid Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card from the Saskatchewan Trades & Apprenticeship Commission. Candidates should possess a Class 1A or Class 5 license, be able to lift tools over 50 pounds, and travel across Saskatchewan. Previous experience with relevant machinery is an asset and safety-sensitive procedures must be followed.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card required.
• Class 1A or Class 5 license needed.
• Must have experience operating relevant machinery.
• Ability to lift heavy tools over 50 pounds.
• Ability to work long shifts in all weather.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain overhead and underground power lines.
• Operate various hand and power tools for construction.
• Follow safety procedures and report violations to the foreman.
• Travel extensively across Saskatchewan.

Skills

Operating backhoe

Operating trencher

Operating skid steer

Operating directional bore machine

Operating digger derrick trucks

Lifting heavy tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card

Canadian Interprovincial Red seal certification

Tools

Backhoe

Trencher

HydroVAC

Digger derrick trucks

Skid steer

Bobcat

Forklift

Trackhoe

Job description

A leading power line construction company in Canada is looking for an Apprentice Technician. The role involves installation, construction, and maintenance of power lines, requiring a valid Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card from the Saskatchewan Trades & Apprenticeship Commission. Candidates should possess a Class 1A or Class 5 license, be able to lift tools over 50 pounds, and travel across Saskatchewan. Previous experience with relevant machinery is an asset and safety-sensitive procedures must be followed.