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You are a Pole Line Designer who is knowledgeable on various pole line analysis software and national/ regional codes and standards. You will prepare conceptual designs routes, layouts and preliminary designs as well as detailed pole line designs under established guidelines and specifications. Also, you will provide technical support in the preparation of joint use aerial permits throughout Canada.

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• Prepare conceptual routes, layouts, preliminary designs as well as detailed pole line designs utilizing established guidelines and specifications

• Conduct field surveys of existing aerial plant, capturing structural components, pole attributes, spans, and locations

• Perform structure loading, conductor sag/tension, and clearance calculations; verify compliance with CSA, AEUC, and local utility standards

• Follow design criteria utilizing industry standards and/or client specifications

• Follow and contribute to developing procedures, processes and systems to optimize the field pick-up, data processing and analytics and design process

• Draft and review pole loading drawings, construction drawings, crossing, encroachment and anchor permit applications

• Perform quality control constructability reviews and provide construction support

• Consult with OSP Design, Construction and other Departments on engineering matters.

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders (power utilities, municipalities, hwy, railway, water)

• Promotes a culture of health, safety and environmental protection on the project by taking an active role in the implementation of the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) to achieve compliance with Ledcor HS&E standards, applicable OSHA acts, regulations and codes

• Graduate from a Technical college program preferably in Structural or civil, Telecommunications or equivalent experience

• Working knowledge of pole line design documents, drawings, specifications and current construction practices and methodology.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with CSA, AEUC codes and standards as well as specific power utility (BC Hydro Fortis BC and AB, ATCO, EPCOR, ENAMX) client and municipal requirements.

• Strong computer skills with an aptitude for learning new programs; familiar with AutoCAD, GIS (GPS hardware and software, Google Earth, ArcGIS), and MS Office (Word, Excel and OneNote). Proficiency in MS Excel required, preferably with working knowledge of Visual Basic macros. Familiar with Ai tools.

• Experience with various pole line analysis software such as Quick Pole, SPIDAcalc and PLS CADD.

• Eligible for or currently registered as EIT with APEGBC, APEGA, PEO considered as an asset

• Successful completion of criminal background check and pre-employment drug & alcohol requirements.

• A valid Class 5 driver's license.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, structural, electrical or mechanical) or related discipline from an accredited engineering school is considered an asset

• Pole line design experience, either in the power distribution or telecommunications industry is considered an asset

• This is hybrid position that will involve both in-office days and site visits

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.

1100 - 1st Street SE,Calgary, AB