Powerline Technicians needed

Winnipeg, MB
On-site
Posted Sep 30, 2026
1 position

$53–$63 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Construct, maintain, and refurbish transmission lines and other components of the Bulk Electrical System, including stringing conductors and installing or replacing towers, insulators, poles, shieldwire, and OPGW. Plan and schedule resources and execute day-to-day activities for the TX Program and TX Capital Projects.

Job details

The Canadian Union of Skilled Workers is currently recruiting Red Seal Powerline Technicians for projects in the Eastern and Central zones of Ontario for Hydro One Networks Inc. The Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW) is a progressive, member-driven union representing highly skilled tradespeople across Canada. Hydro One demonstrates a strong dedication to its employees and their families by prioritizing safety, supporting community involvement, and acknowledging the personal sacrifices made to keep the power on. Their commitment extends beyond the workplace to ensure employees can return home safely to their families. Looking for work life balance - Hydro One's 4-day, 40 hour work week allows staff to have a long weekend to enjoy with family and friends... Open positions Powerline Technician Journeypersons Powerline Technician Sub Forepersons Powerline Technician Forepersons Start Date: ASAP, Duration of Work: 12 Months (could be extended) Location: Eastern & Central zones - Ontario Shift: 4x10 (Monday to Thursday) Overtime as required Rate Details Powerline Technician Wage Pkg consists of Base $53.37, Vac/Stat $5.34, HW/RRSP $12.45 Powerline Technician Subforeperson Wage Pkg consists of Base $57.25, Vac/Stat $5.73, HW/RRSP $12.45 Powerline Technician Foreperson Wage Pkg consists of Base $63.07, Vac/Stat $6.31, HW/RRSP $12.45 Work conditions and compensation packages are among the most competitive in the Canadian construction industry Work Scope Transmission Line construction, maintenance, and refurbishment work of the Bulk Electrical System Planning and scheduling resources and the execution of day-to-day work activities for the TX Program Work and TX Capital Projects Transmission Lines Stringing Transmission Tower Assembly/Erection Insulator Replacement Wood Pole Replacement Shieldwire Replacement OPGW Installation Conductor dead ending, looping etc. Requirements Valid G Licence Red Seal Certified Powerline Technician Journeyperson Previous Supervisory experience is an asset Previous Transmission Experience is an asset Knowledge of Hydro One Safety Rules and Procedures is an asset Must be physically able and willing to climb transmission towers and poles Must be able to perform all rescue techniques including bucket evacuation Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset Valid and maintained DZ or AZ driver's license Physical Demands: Hearing, vision, walking, lifting (25kg), bending, climbing stairs, carrying (25kg 75m), standing/sitting for prolonged periods, climbing ladders/scaffolds, climbing vertical heights (>15m), climbing vertical carrying (25kg), reading comprehension, fine finger movement

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must hold a valid G licence and Red Seal certification as a Powerline Technician Journeyperson, and must maintain a valid DZ or AZ driver's licence. They must be physically able to climb towers and poles, perform rescue techniques, work outdoors in extreme weather, and meet the listed physical demands; supervisory and transmission experience and knowledge of Hydro One safety procedures are assets.