Powerline Technician

Canadian Niagara Power Inc.; Fort Erie; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share Purchase Plan with 10% top-up

Comprehensive pension plan

Health and wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Canadian Niagara Power Inc. in Fort Erie, Ontario, is hiring a Journeyman Powerline Technician or Apprentice. Under supervision, you’ll work on secondary circuits and live primary circuits (up to 40 kV), install and repair lines, and assist senior techs. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability.

The compensation starts at CAD 39.12–50.02 per hour under the collective agreement, with benefits and pension plans. On-call duties and emergency response are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Journeyperson Powerline Technician certification or current apprentice status with Level 2 schooling.
• Valid Ontario DZ or ARZ driver’s licence with clean driving record.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and maintain safety standards.
• Knowledge of line materials, standards, rules, and safe operating practices.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; safety-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, or repair power lines to keep lights on for customers.
• Identify defective devices, voltage regulators, transformers, and switches.
• Inspect and test power lines; climb poles and towers as needed.
• Operate equipment for installation and repair; respond to emergencies.
• Maintain positive relationships with team, customers, and industry partners.

Skills

Communication

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Journeyperson Powerline Technician

Apprentice with Powerline Technician Level 2 schooling

Job description

JOURNEYMAN POWERLINE TECHNICIAN or APPRENTICE

Full-time Permanent

Canadian Niagara Power Inc. (CNP), located in beautiful Fort Erie, is looking for a motivated, safety-focused problem-solver with a positive attitude to set up and maintain power lines that keep electricity flowing into the homes and business of our over 31,000 customers.

Under direct supervision, to do all kinds of work on secondary circuits and on live primary distribution circuits. Also assist Powerline Technicians and Lead Hand in the performance of work on energized circuits to a maximum 40 kV. Under direct supervision to locate and correct trouble on energized circuits

Preference will be for a candidate that meets the following attributes, skills and qualifications:

• Certifiedas a Journeyperson Powerline Technician through an industry recognized training program or an Apprentice with a minimum of Powerline Technician Level 2 schooling completed.
• Must possess a valid Ontario “Restricted” DZ or ARZ driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
• Must be physically able to perform the essential duties in all weather conditions.
• General knowledge of line materials, trade related practices/standards and operating rules and regulations.
• Good communication (verbal and written) skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, customers, and industry partners.
• Must have an excellent safety record, and commitment to ongoing high standards of safety.
• Must work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisor and peers.
• Thorough understanding of equipment, standards, and practices applicable.
• Ability to think critically and analytically with strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Unrelenting commitment and passion to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement.

Key functions of the role:

• Install, maintain, or repair power lines that keep the lights on for our customers.
• Identify defective devices, voltage regulators, transformers, and switches.
• Inspect and test power lines.
• String power lines between poles, towers, and buildings.
• Climb poles and transmission towers and use truck-mounted buckets to get to equipment.
• Operate power equipment when installing and repairing poles, towers, and lines.
• Foster positive relationships amongst team, company, and customers.
• Comply and be familiar with all industry standards and work practices, operating rules, regulations, as well as all pertinent OHSA regulations.
• Be able and willing to respond to work for unplanned events such as car accidents, storms, fires, and any emergencies.
• Preform regular on-call duties as assigned
• Perform other duties as reasonably assigned.

What we have to offer:

• This role offers a progression in pay starting from $39.12–$50.02. The starting rate for new hires will be based on their qualifications and the terms outlined in the collective agreement
• Share Purchase Plan with Company paid 10% top-up.
• Comprehensive pension plan, benefits package, and paid time off.
• Health and wellness reimbursement policy.

We thank all respondents, however due to volume we will only contact those selected for an interview.

Canadian Niagara Power Inc. (CNPI) together with FortisOntario, is committed to nurturing a positive, professional, and equal opportunity workforce. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are equipped to accommodate individual needs identified to us throughout our hiring process.