Summer Student - Protection and Control Technologist

AltaLink Management Ltd.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite Parking

Social Club

Job summary

AltaLink Management Ltd. in Calgary is seeking a Summer Student – Protection & Control Technologist for a 4-month term starting in May 2027.

The role focuses on Field Operations support, troubleshooting P&C and Telecommunication equipment, and maintaining transmission system reliability. Based at the Janet Service Center in Calgary, you will work with a multidisciplinary team and reside in the greater Calgary area.

Qualifications

• Full-time student enrolled in a recognized two-year Electrical, Wireless, Telecom or Electronics Engineering Technology program.
• Demonstrate safety awareness and commitment to environmental health and safety in the workplace.
• Competent with computers and spreadsheets.
• Strong teamwork, communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and maintain Protection & Control and Telecommunication devices.
• Collaborate with Field Operations, Maintenance Planning & Scheduling, System Operations and other departments.
• Develop Field Level Hazard Assessments/Safe Work Plans and perform P&C work safely.
• Respond to after-hours trouble calls and support other disciplines as required.
• Demonstrate our cultural pillars: one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology

Wireless Engineering

Telecommunications Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Summer Student – Protection & Control Technologist
Date Posted: October 22, 2026
Closing Date: November 15, 2026
Job Type: Student
Display Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Calgary at Janet Service Center

Powering a bright future starts with you!

At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.

Oh, and, what do we do?

We power Alberta! Our transmissionlines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week.When you’re on our team, you’resupporting Alberta’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe,reliableandaffordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, everyAltaLinkercontributes to keeping the lights on. Want to join our team? We’re excited to share that we are hiring a Summer Student to join our Field Operations South Team.

NOTE: The start date is May 2027, and the length of the term is 4 months.

Job Description:

An opportunity exists for a Summer Student P&C Technologist in the Field Operations team based at our Janet Service Center. Reporting to the Manager, P&C Telecom North, this position will be part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the operation and maintenance of the AltaLink Transmission system with a focus on the Telecommunications system and Protection & Control equipment. The successful candidate will be required to follow all AltaLink work methods, policies and procedures and will be expected to reside in the greater Calgary area.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, inspect, and maintain Protection & Control and Telecommunication devices associated with AltaLink's transmission system.
• Interact constructively with Field Operations, Maintenance Planning & Scheduling, System Operations, and other departments within AltaLink.
• Develop Field Level Hazard Assessments/ Safe Work Plans, perform P&C Telecommunications work safely and ensure a high level of reliability to our customers.
• Trouble response for Protection & Control and Telecommunication equipment in the area.
• Assist and support other disciplines as required.
• All candidates must demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Qualifications:

• Full-time student enrolled in a related and recognized two years Electrical, Wireless, Telecom, or Electronics Engineering Technology program.
• Demonstrate a willingness to work safely and show concern for environmental, health and safety issues in the workplace.
• Knowledge and adherence to safety practices, procedures, and standards required.
• Be competent and comfortable working with computers and spreadsheets.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to build rapport.
• Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to work within strict deadlines.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers.
• Ability to work independently and part of a team.
• Have a valid Class 5 driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record. Drivers abstract to be provided upon interview.
• Capable of passing the physical fitness and medical requirements.
• Able to work alone with a minimum of supervision and respond to afterhours trouble calls.
• Willing to accept out of town working conditions.
• Must have the ability to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Proven track record of good attendance and punctuality.

Notes:

Candidates chosen for interviews will be asked to provide their unofficial transcripts.

At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.

• Social Club

• Onsite Parking