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Technician, Building

SaskPower6 days ago
Yorkton, SK
Mid Level
Full-Time

About the role

Location - Yorkton
Permanent - Full Time

We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Apply no later than 03/18/2026 to be considered for this opportunity.

This is a safety-sensitive position, the successful candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing to comply with SaskPower’s Fit for Duty Policy.

##JOB SUMMARY:

The employee in this classification is responsible to perform a variety of office, field and project assignments associated with the construction, modification, maintenance and operation of SaskPower’s facilities, equipment and infrastructure. This position will also be responsible to provide support to professionals, perform quality assurance and quality control functions related to departmental projects and functions.

##KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Inspect, install, remove, troubleshoot and maintain SaskPower facilities, equipment, systems and devices
  • Work with electric/electronic controls/equipment
  • Develop and interpret plans, designs, specifications and drawings
  • Use approved test equipment
  • Provide first level support for journeypersons and technicians as required by the position
  • Collect, prepare, analyze and diagnose data and take corrective action, as required
  • Handle the receipt of assignments and confer with technical staff on aspects regarding charts, data, diagrams, drawings, general arrangements, graphs, layouts, schematics, sketches, etc.
  • Conduct field surveys, inspections or investigations to provide data for projects
  • Inspect and test materials, equipment and systems
  • Arrange for appropriate permits, as required by the position
  • Participate in research to determine efficient and effective work procedures
  • Operate analog or digital equipment to conduct troubleshooting, testing and/or maintenance
  • Adhere to applicable safety and environmental practices, standards, regulations and corporate commitments
  • Compile and maintain records associated with the position
  • Integrate external software with corporate software applications
  • Consult with internal and external agencies, as required by the position
  • May supervise, monitor and inspect construction projects
  • Participate in continuous educational and professional development as required
  • Other related duties, as assigned

##KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Building Systems Technician Certificate, or equivalent AND
  • Fifth Class Power Engineer’s Certificate, or equivalent AND
  • Refrigeration Engineer’s Certificate, or equivalent AND
  • Experience in building operation and maintenance and Building Control Systems (BCS)/Building Automation Systems (BAS), or equivalent
  • Knowledge of related technical principles
  • Ability to work independently under limited supervision
  • Basic computer skills (MS Windows and Office Applications)
  • Ability to deal with conflict and recommend solutions to difficult situations
  • Ability to deal coordinate multiple assignments and projects at one time
  • Aptitude for accuracy and detail, including the ability to cooperate with staff and contractors
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s licence, as required by the position

This position falls within the scope of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 2067.

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act.

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.

Learn more at Commitment to a Representative Workforce.

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Please apply by03/18/2026.

About SaskPower

Utilities
1001-5000

Since 1929, we've delivered power throughout Saskatchewan. Today, we strive to serve an increasingly diverse and sophisticated customer base of over 550,000 customers. Our team of dedicated employees is made up of over 3,100 permanent full-time employees.

We manage over $13 billion in generation, transmission and distribution assets.

Our power comes from: - 3 coal-fired power stations – 1,389 MW - 7 hydroelectric stations – 864 MW - 8 wind facilities – 617 MW - 3 solar facilities – 83 MW - 10 natural gas stations – 2,160 MW - import power purchase agreements – 290 MW - small independent power producers – 34 MW

Our total available generation capacity is 5,437 MW.

Our network serves a large geographic area and widely dispersed population. We maintain more than 160,000 kilometres of power lines, 59 high voltage switching stations and 200 distribution substations. We also have interconnections at the Manitoba, Alberta and North Dakota borders.

*Information as of July2023

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