Powerline Technician - 16-Month Field Role (Ontario)

Canadian Union of Skilled Workers; Toronto; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW) is recruiting Red Seal Powerline Technicians for projects with Fidelity Utilities Inc. in the Essex/Kent area of Ontario. Start is October 13, 2026, for 16 months, with a 4x10 schedule Monday to Thursday.

Compensation is $71.16/hr total package. Travel/board provided per the Collective Agreement. Requires Powerline Technician Trade Certificate and AZ/DZ licenses; tools per agreement. Climbing and outdoor work are expected.

Qualifications

• Powerline Technician Trade Certificate is required.
• AZ or DZ license required.
• Tools as per the Collective Agreement.

Responsibilities

• Perform distribution line replacements and related line work.
• Climb, work aloft, and perform outdoor maintenance as part of project scope.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Education

Powerline Technician Trade Certificate

Tools

AZ license

DZ license

Job description

The Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW) is recruiting Red Seal Powerline Technicians for projects with Fidelity Utilities Inc. in the Essex/Kent area of Ontario. Start is October 13, 2026, for 16 months, with a 4x10 schedule Monday to Thursday.

Compensation is $71.16/hr total package. Travel/board provided per the Collective Agreement. Requires Powerline Technician Trade Certificate and AZ/DZ licenses; tools per agreement. Climbing and outdoor work are expected.