Lineworker / Power Line Technician

Branch: ElectricAffiliation: IBEWEmployment Status: Full-Time RegularSalary: $57.77 HourlyShort-term Incentive Eligible: NoWorkplace Flexibility: NoPosting End Date: Open until filled As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers. We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.Position Overview A Powerline Technician is expected to discharge the responsibility of and to practice fully his/her trades qualifications. A Powerline Technician reports to a staff supervisor or delegate.Responsibilities Perform standby duties as assigned. Assist in training new employees, apprentices and employees in lower classifications. Perform duties normally carried out by a lower classification. Requirements Holder of a Journeyman Powerline Technician Interprovincial Certificate or a Lineman Trades Qualification Certificate. Be familiar with and experienced in electric utility transmission and distribution systems, protective and safety devices and their clearances and isolating procedures. Holder of a valid Class 3 driver’s licence with air brake endorsement Additional Information Standby/On-Call requirements: This role has standby requirements based on operational needs. Residency requirements: The successful candidate must adhere to the residency requirements of this position. Overtime requirements: This role has overtime requirements based on operational needs. Travel/Out of town work requirements: This role has travel requirements based on operational needs. Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community. To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information. FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.

The Powerline Technician is responsible for practicing trade qualifications, performing standby duties, and assisting in the training of apprentices and lower-level employees. They must maintain electric utility transmission and distribution systems while adhering to safety and isolation procedures.

Candidates must hold a Journeyman Powerline Technician Interprovincial Certificate or a Lineman Trades Qualification Certificate. A valid Class 3 driver’s licence with an air brake endorsement is also required.

• Competitive salary • Benefits package • Career development

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• Power line maintenance
• Transmission systems
• Distribution systems
• Protective devices
• Safety procedures
• Electrical utility operations
• Training
• Air brake operation
• Natural Gas
• Isolation Procedures
• Safety Procedures
• Electrical Power Transmission And Distribution
• Reconciliation
• Electric Utility
• Operations

• Energy
• Trades
• Engineering
• Power Technician
• Utility Line Technician
• Electrical Line Installers and Repairers
• Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

5+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week