Powerline Technician Apprentice - Whitby, Canada - Elexicon Energy Inc.

Elexicon Energy Inc.

Verified Company

Whitby, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Elexicon Energy is the fourth-largest municipally owned electricity distributor in Ontario.

Our mission is to provide our customers with reliable, affordable energy services and to continuously improve to meet their needs, while ensuring the needs of our shareholders are met through sustainable growth.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Elexicon Energy we believe in living and leading our values through our daily actions.

Our people are passionate about what they do and are engaged in day-to-day operations, projects and initiatives to support Our Why of empowering the communities we serve and helping customers create the possibilities that energize their future.

This is an exciting time to join our growing team as we develop the strategies and plans to support a new brand and vision for customer centricity and operational excellence

Reporting to the District Supervisor of the Line Operations Department, the Apprentice Lineperson (Power Line Technician) will be involved in the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground distribution systems.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Be very familiar with all safe work practices as set out by IHSA and company standards and work in conformity thereto.
Be familiar and participate as exposure guidelines allow in energized work practices and techniques that may include live line tool, and rubber glove work methods.
Set foundations for pad mounted equipment and install cable, transformers and switching devices.
Be able to safely and proficiently operate bucket trucks, radial boom derricks, tensioning machines for stringing operations, underground fault locating equipment, cable tracing equipment, hydraulic equipment and all other tools used in line maintenance and construction. Must be able to operate boats, ATV's, snowmobiles, and offroad equipment in the work environment if trained to do so.
Be familiar with measurement devices and carry out test procedures as required, testing for potential, measuring current on ammeters, measuring withstand voltages and locating cable faults.
Be able to climb wood poles and structures to be able to access to distribution systems and equipment for the purposes of construction, maintenance, replacement, and switching.
Understand and be familiar with isolation, and grounding and bonding techniques.
Willing to be trained to operate equipment specific to District and technique.
Must understand and comply with Ontario Traffic Manual
Book
Temporary Conditions, Electrical Utility Safety Rules, OHSA, Reg. 22/04, and other policies and procedures.
Respond to trouble calls and public emergencies regarding power outages, unsafe situations, service reconnections, or enlisting assistance from coworkers and dispatch as required within and outside of normal operating hours.
Travel to other areas within Elexicon's jurisdiction to help with emergency restoration including overnight trips.
Other duties as required may be considered part of these responsibilities.

KEY SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

Overhead/underground maintenance and construction, organization, communication and troubleshooting skills within an electrical distribution system at an apprentice level.
Good knowledge of safety rules and safe work practices
Ability to work safely at heights, within confined spaces, and unfavorable weather conditions.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must have completed level 2 apprentice requirements and qualified to be a level 3 apprentice
Ability to complete physical and written work tests relevant to the trade.
Must possess knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and the EUS Rule Book
Class DZ driver's license in good standing (with ability to obtain AZ license)
Knowledge of WHMIS, Ontario Traffic Manual Book
Temporary Conditions, OHSA, Reg. 22/0
Working at Heights Certification
Chainsaw training (preferred)
Propane Certification (preferred)
The applicant must be First Aid, CPR and AED certified.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:
Elexicon Energy embraces and celebrates our collective diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace built on respect, support and collaboration.

We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered will be contacted.