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With a solid foundation, anything is possible. Building something from nothing is in your blood, and it’s in ours too. It’s why we choose to do meaningful work that transforms the world we live in. Like you, we can’t wait to get our hands on exciting, diverse projects that make a difference in our communities. We’re constantly growing (it’s kind of our thing) and we depend on every member of our talented teams to get us even further. You can depend on steady, long-term access to high-quality projects across Canada, the U.S. and beyond. At Black & McDonald, we strive to provide our people with endless opportunities to learn, grow and leave their mark on an exciting industry.
ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY
Black & McDonald is a multi-trade service provider delivering electrical, utility, facilities management, and infrastructure services across Canada. We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-focused Journeyman Powerline Technician to join our Alberta team in Calgary.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the construction, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems. Working alongside project teams, customers, and utility partners, the Journeyman Powerline Technician will contribute to the safe and efficient delivery of utility and powerline projects throughout Calgary and surrounding areas.
If you are a motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working outdoors, and is committed to excellence, this opportunity may be the right fit for you. This is a role that will be interesting and dynamic as tasks and responsibilities tend to adapt week to week. Black and McDonald are part of the IBEW Local 424 Electrical Union.
Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- The PLT’s will construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems
- The PLT must erect and maintain steel, wood or concrete poles, towers, and guy wires
- The PLT shall install, maintain, and repair overhead and underground power lines and cables, and other associated equipment such as insulators, conductors, lightning arrestors, switches, transformers, and lighting systems
- The PLT shall splice and terminate conductors and related wiring to connect power distribution and transmission networks
- Powerline technicians may also be called upon to perform stringing operations for both distribution and transmission circuits
- The work involves travel to and from the work site, which is often in Calgary or surrounding areas.
- The work requires considerable standing, bending, crawling, crouching, stooping, lifting heavy objects, climbing, pulling cables, and reaching
- These tasks may be conducted in cramped, confined spaces or at heights
- Regularly consult standards and regulations involving safe work practices overhead distribution standards, high voltage, and low voltage applications, stringing procedures, line clearing and underground cable installations
- The PLT will use a variety of vehicles and equipment such as articulated bucket trucks, digger derricks as well as a variety of hand, power, electrical testing, and “hot line” tools and equipment
- The PLT will be confident and willing to drive trucks, towing flat deck and gooseneck trailers as well as pole trailers
COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
- Change Orientation (open to change and the ability to identify where it is needed and how to make it happen)
- Communicates Effectively (verbally and in writing)
- Continuous Learning (ongoing effort to learn and contribute to the learnings of others)
- Customer Focus (understands the needs and perspectives of both internal and external customers)
- Holds Self and Others Accountable (takes personal responsibility to meet commitments)
- Problem Solving and Innovation (ability to approach problems logically and seek innovative solutions)
- Teamwork and Collaboration (works cooperatively and collaboratively with others)
- Values and Respects Others (encourages and supports diversity)
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Journeyman Powerline Technician Certificate
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Brakes, Class 1 preferred
- Experience working energized 25kV to 230kV voltages
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Journeyman Powerline Technician
- Experience working on overhead and underground electrical distribution systems
- Utility construction and maintenance experience preferred
- Experience operating utility line equipment and heavy machinery
- Previous experience working within utility, industrial, municipal, or infrastructure environments is considered an asset
SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Strong understanding of utility construction standards and electrical distribution systems
- Must be able to read a wide range of code books, standards of practice, standard work methods, safe work methods, and regulations to ensure that the work is completed in compliance with the industry standards
- Knowledge of applicable Alberta electrical and safety regulations
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Willingness to travel to project sites throughout Calgary and surrounding regions as required
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, lifting equipment, and working at heights
- Proficiency with utility construction tools, equipment, and testing devices
- First Aid/CPR certification considered an asset
- CSTS 2020 certification considered an asset
- Utility Safety Rules training and live-line experience considered an asset
- They require good vision and hearing to recognize hazards, communicate, and conduct the work safely
- The PLT may work a 40-hour week; however, emergencies may require long hours in inclement weather
- Applicants must be eligible and willing to join Local Union 424 upon employment
Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from people with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodation is available upon request for candidates to take part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.