Powerline Maintainer

Full-time position – London, ON

As a Powerline Maintainer you will work under the direction of a Line Supervisor to build, rebuild, inspect, test, repair, modify and maintain all overhead electrical distribution lines and associated apparatus. 

JOB DUTIES

As part of your responsibilities as a Powerline Maintainer, you will:

• Perform the duties of a Radial Boom Operator/Ground Helper.
• Work live voltages with live line tools hands on and/or appropriate protective equipment on energized circuits up to 27.6 KV.
• Erect, re-arrange, maintain and remove all overhead transmission and distribution power lines of all classes and voltages.
• Obtain personal work protection hold offs.
• Apply, remove and transport single phase and watt/hour meters following ISO certification procedures.
• Carry out switching instructions and apply for and hold work permits when necessary.
• Climb poles using spurs when necessary.
• Use various pieces of test equipment.
• Inspect electrical installations performed by outside contractors.
• Refer customer inquiries and complaints to appropriate person.
• Write reports and requisition material.
• Construct and maintain various apparatus as per manufacturer's and engineering standards.
• Interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Assist other departments with both scheduled and emergency work as required.
• Assist in the training of apprentices, learners and temporary labourers.
• Work from aerial devices on a regular basis.
• Work with hazardous materials on a regular basis.
• Work requires heavy physical effort on a regular basis
• Work in close proximity to heavy traffic on a regular basis.
• Work standby duty on a designated schedule and occasional shifts.
• Adhere to all Occupational Health and Safety Act rules and regulations, the IHSA's Electrical Utility Safety Rules, London Hydro safe work practices and procedures, and all components of London Hydro's health and safety program.
• Perform other duties related to the above job purpose.

QUALIFICATIONS

The qualified Powerline Maintainer we seek for our Line Department must be able to meet the following requirements:

• Driver’s License Class DZ (a driver's license and an ability to drive is required in order to discharge the essential duties of the position).
• The successful candidates will be required to maintain the MEA Journeyperson Power Line Certificate of Registration or Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Power Line Maintainer's Certificate of Qualification and Rubber Glove Techniques to 36KV.

WAGE RANGE: $32.68 - $46.68 per hour

Along with a competitive salary, this permanent, full-time position offers an attractive benefits package, including a pension plan (OMERS), 16 days’ vacation per year (with a credit for utility experience), and professional development opportunities, all in a positive working environment conducive to individual and team success.

NOTE: Please note that applicants who receive any conditional offer of employment from London Hydro will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada as a condition of employment and to maintain their status as fully vaccinated as a condition of continued employment. London Hydro will consider individual requests for accommodation by applicants who cannot be fully vaccinated due to grounds protected under the Human Rights Code.

About London Hydro

For over a century, London Hydro has been providing safe, affordable and reliable electricity to a diverse customer base. We are one of the area’s larger employers, with a highly skilled and motivated team of people across many different occupations. Through this dedicated team and an extensive network of overhead and underground power lines, we power over 166,000 homes and businesses, and continue to improve the way people live and work. 

Living in London offers many lifestyle benefits. Develop your career at London Hydro. 

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