Apprentice Powerline Technician - Medicine Hat, Canada - EQUS

EQUS

Verified Company

Medicine Hat, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

EQUS was founded on the co-operative spirit. Our core values of Quality, Accountability,

Community and Knowledge define the attitude our teams bring to work every day.

Together, we connect rural Alberta and enrich the lives of our members.

Job Purpose:

EQUS is seeking a first-year Apprentice Powerline Technician (PLT) to join our team.

Apprentice PLTs work to gain recommended experience and knowledge through assigned tasks as outlined in the Apprenticeship Training and Standards Record Book to be successful in the Power Lineperson Trade.

Work experience gained is recorded and validated in the in the Apprenticeship Training and Standards Record Book.

Duties

Gain knowledge of current material lists and identification of specific tools and materials
Continual review and understanding of company distribution standards manual
Understand and identify with the company's safety policies and provincial safety regulations outlined in the Electrical and Communication Utility Code.
To learn the process of operating and maintainingall heavy vehicles and equipment
To learn the use of trade associated hand tool and test equipment
Inspection and identification of structures for hazards prior to commencement of work
Inspection and maintenance of climbing equipment prior to each use
Ascend and descend to/from work position and perform tasks in a comfortable and safe position
To interpret structure lists, maps, and drawings
To clean up construction site and remove / dispose of waste and surplus material
To maintain good public relations during contacts with customers and other persons or groups inside or outside the company
To maintain a keen sense of personal and group safety at all times and to exercise appropriate caution when working on or in close proximity to energized equipment
Complete trade school annually to gain certification
To perform such other related duties as may be assigned

Review and Approval of Work
This position reports directly to the Construction Work Leader

Job Requirements

Valid class 5 driver's license with a clean driver's abstract; Must be able to obtain a Class 3 driver's license with a Q air endorsement
Responsible to follow EQUS' Corporate Safety Program and implementation; includes WHMIS, First Aid and CPR Certification
Ability to communicate with members of team and to be able to easily comprehend and follow instructions; Must work well with others
Skilled in the use and care of tools, equipment and materials of the trade
Good health, strong physique and possess good body coordination
Previous experience in rural power distribution system operations an asset

Education and Experience