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Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada
Powerline Technicians - Central & Eastern Ontario
About the role
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 requirec
Rate Details
Powerline Technician
Wage Pkg consists of Base $49.49, Vac/Stat $4.95, HW/RRSP $11.45
Powerline Technician Subforeperson
Wage Pkg consists of Base $53.08, Vac/Stat $5.31, HW/RRSP $11.45
Powerline Technician Foreperson
Wage Pkg consists of Base $56.68, Vac/Stat $5.67, HW/RRSP $11.45
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
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About Canadian Union of Skilled Workers
The Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW) is a community of blended skilled knowledge workers, employers and other partners, leading in an era of social and economic change. Together we are:
- Improving the working conditions and living standards of our members, retirees of the union and all citizens of our country.
- Entering into collective agreements with employers respecting terms and conditions of employment.
- Building, maintaining, and protecting democratic unions and employers.
- Encouraging progressive legislation to assist the members, retirees of the union and all citizens of our country.
- Working to maintain Canada as a free and democratic country.
Our guiding values are:
- Honesty
- Integrity
- Fairness
- Equality
- Respectful treatment
- Family consideration
- Common sense
- Decisions benefitting the members
- Decisions promoting the workers
- Involvement (including stakeholders)
- Democratic process