November 28, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Powerline Technician (Distribution District)

Organization:
SaskPower
Region:
Canada, Saskatchewan, Moose Jaw
End of contest:
December 11, 2024
Type:
Full time
Category:
Lineman
Description

Apply no later than 12/11/2024 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.

NOTES:

This is an Urban District position (please refer to Appendices 6 District Residency requirements in the CBA).

JOB SUMMARY:

The employee in this classification performs a variety of lineperson's assignments involved in all aspects of the installation, construction, troubleshooting, repairing, specialized testing, maintenance, and ongoing inspection and maintenance of all overhead and underground distribution, transmission, switching station, substation and streetlight facilities and infrastructure.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

 Maintain, inspect, install and repair lines, substations, apparatus and services as well as the installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground lines and cables including lead sheathed and oil-insulated cables and terminations
 Maintain, inspect, construct, install and/or repair streetlight poles, streetlight units, relays, controls, ballasts and lamps, including the repair of underground an overhead streetlight faults
 Perform live line methods necessary to complete assigned work
 Conduct inspections of transmission lines and switching facilities by regular low level air and ground patrol and determine the location, cause, nature and extent of any maintenance required
 Diagnose overhead and underground line faults by conducting appropriate inspections and tests
 Test the electrical continuity and insulation qualities of repaired cables, as required
 Perform phasing to confirm line and transformer connections, as required
 Investigate the cause of electrical interference complaints and recommend appropriate actions, as required
 Determine routing and provide assistance for high load moves
 Perform connect, disconnect and/or collection procedures
 Interpret and implement engineering and/or manufacturer's plans, drawings, construction specifications and standards related to the installation, modification, repair and operation of equipment
 Inspect construction and maintenance projects to ensure quality standards are maintained
 Investigate and asses customer complaints and recommend corrective courses of action
 Verify new equipment is installed to specification and conduct the necessary tests to place into service
 Issue and/or arrange for appropriate permits and perform switching, as authorized, in accordance with the Standard Protection Code
 Provide material estimates for maintenance and system improvements
 Ensure customer service requests, complaints, trouble calls and power quality issues are investigated and processed in a timely manner
 Maintain buildings, storage and substation yards, etc.
 Read meters, as required by the position
 Inspect, service and operate specialized equipment and tools
 Plan and conduct preventive maintenance programs and keep maintenance records
 Arrange for appropriate permits and develop and perform switching procedures as authorized
 Read, compile and maintain records and drawings associated with the position
 Adhere to applicable safety and environmental standards, regulations and corporate commitments
 Participate in continuous educational and professional development, as required
 Prepare cost estimates, as required
 Supervise apprentices and other staff, as required
 Maintain a clean and orderly work area
 Other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

 Interprovincial Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate, or equivalent
 Demonstrated ability to safely and competently perform power line work at the journeyed level
 Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position
 Ability to cooperate and deal tactfully with others
 Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
 Valid Class 1A driver's licence

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Contact

SaskPower

2025 Victoria Ave

Regina

Saskatchewan Canada

www.saskpower.com