Powerline Technician Co-Op Student

Elexicon Energy; Ajax; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Elexicon Energy in Ajax, Ontario is seeking a Powerline Technician Co-op Student who will assist in the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground distribution systems, under the supervision of the Ajax District Supervisor.

You will work with equipment energized from 120V to 44,000V, help with foundations, transformers, switching devices, and learn live-line safety practices while following IHSA and OHSA rules.

Qualifications

• Experience with overhead/underground maintenance and construction
• Knowledge of safety rules and safe work practices IHSA/OHSA

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction and maintenance of lines and equipment energized from 120 V to 44,000 V on overhead and underground systems
• Set foundations for pad mounted equipment and install transformers and switching devices
• Learn operation of bucket trucks and related equipment and participate in live line work practices within safety guidelines
• Respond to trouble calls and assist with emergency restoration as needed

Skills

Maintenance & construction

Safety awareness

Education

Powerline Technician program (Level 1/2)

Job description

Reporting to the Ajax District Supervisor of the Line Operations Department, Powerline Technician Co-op Student will be involved in assisting with the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground distribution systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be very familiar with all safe work practices as set out by IHSA and company standards and work in conformity thereto.
• Assist with the construction and maintenance of lines and equipment energized from 120 volts to 44,000 volts on both overhead and underground plant applications.
• Set foundations for pad mounted equipment and install transformers and switching devices.
• Be familiar in the operation of bucket trucks, radial boom derricks, tensioning machines for stringing operations, underground fault locating equipment, cable tracing equipment, hydraulic equipment and all other tools used in line maintenance and construction.
• Be able to climb wood poles and structures to be able to access to distribution systems and equipment for the purposes of construction, maintenance, replacement, and switching.
• Utilize measurement devices and carry out test procedures as required to test for potential, current, insulation value, and fault location as required.
• Be familiar and participate as exposure guidelines allow in live line work practices and techniques that may include bare hand, live line tool, and rubber glove work methods.
• Understand and be familiar with isolation, and grounding and bonding techniques.
• Willing to be trained to operate equipment specific to District and technique.
• Must understand and comply with Ontario Traffic Manual, Field Book 7, IHSA, OHSA, Reg. 22/04, and other policies and procedures.
• Respond to trouble calls and public emergencies regarding power outages, unsafe situations, service reconnections, or enlisting assistance from co-workers and dispatch as required.
• Travel to other areas within Elexicon's jurisdiction to help with emergency restoration including overnight trips.
• Other duties as required may be considered part of these responsibilities.

KEY SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Overhead/underground maintenance and construction, organization, communication and troubleshooting skills.
• Good knowledge of safety rules and safe work practices

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be enrolled in and have successfully completed Level 1 or Level 2 of a Powerline Technician program in a community college program.
• Applicants must be enrolled with the Ministry of Colleges and Universities as a registered Powerline Technician Apprentice
• Applicants must possess knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the EUSA Rule Book
• The applicant must be First Aid, CPR and AED certified.
• Knowledge of WHIMIS, Ontario Traffic Manual, Field Book 7, IHSA, OHSA, Reg. 22/04
• Working at Heights and chainsaw training
• Applicants must possess a valid G or DZ (preferably) Ontario Driver's License in good standing.

Union:

Compensation Package: Hourly rate of $23.56, as per our collective agreement with Power Worker's Union (PWU) + OMERS Pension Plan

The above range reflects the reasonable estimate for the position at the time of posting. Within the range, hiring compensation will be determined based on relevant qualifications, experience, skillset, education/ training, and other organizational needs.

Positions: Five (5)

Work Term Duration: January to April 2027.

Note: This posting is for replacement positions.