Powerline Maintainer / London Hydro

Powerline Maintainer

Full-time positions – London, ON 

Are you ready to make an impact on our community’s power infrastructure? As a Powerline Maintainer at London Hydro, you’ll play a critical role in keeping the lights on and ensuring reliable electricity for homes, businesses, and essential services.

Join the dynamic team at London Hydro, a high-performing and award-winning electricity distributor dedicated to delivering safe and reliable services. We proudly serve over 166,000 customers in London, Ontario, making us the largest urban local distribution company (LDC) in Southwestern Ontario. As a leader in the energy sector and the community, we continue to set a standard for excellence.

Why Join Our Team? 

• Empowering You: Imagine the satisfaction of knowing that your work directly contributes to your community's well-being. Whether it's enhancing services, supporting vital infrastructure, or fostering innovation, you'll play a key role in keeping our communities thriving and connected.
• Safety First: We take safety seriously. All our employees receive comprehensive training and support to work safely and follow best practices. Your commitment to safety will make a difference every day.
• Culture: We foster a culture of respect, openness, and innovation. We take the time to communicate, mentor new team members, celebrate successes and build lasting connections.
• Continuous Learning: Technology evolves, and so do we. From mastering new tools and systems to exploring smart grid innovations, you’ll have opportunities for growth. We invest in your development because we believe in progress.
• Living in London: Whether you seek the urban lifestyle of a big city or the appeal and security of a mid-size community, the City of London and the surrounding area are great places to live, raise a family, and enjoy life.

• Benefits and Compensation Package: We offer a comprehensive compensation package which includes both financial and non-financial benefits designed to support your overall well-being. Here’s what you can expect:
• Competitive Hourly wage: $51.50 per hour ($107,000 annually)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including OMERS Pension Plan
• Competitive Vacation: 17 vacation days per year (with credit for utility experience)
• Top-Up Leaves: Maternity/Parental Leaves Top-Up Program
• Paid Appointments: Allotment for paid medical and dental appointments.
• Recognition & Social Programs: A variety of recognition and engagement initiatives, as well as social events, that celebrate and acknowledge our employees’ accomplishments
• Wellness: Wellness Program and Employee and Family Assistance Program
• On-site Amenities: Cafeteria; Free Fitness Centre for all employees.
• Corporate Cellphone: Provided to all employees

Want to learn more about what makes London Hydro a great place to work? Watch our short video https://youtu.be/Pxw0_ZRnSKg or visit our website at www.londonhydro.com. 

We are looking for a MEARIE/IHSA or equivalent Powerline Technician with their Certificate of Qualification. We also welcome applications from motivated third —or fourth-year apprentices eager to advance their careers or individuals who possess the minimum qualifications.

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, these are some of the main job duties:

• Work live voltages with live line tools hands-on and/or appropriate protective equipment on energized circuits up to 27.6 KV.
• Install, replace, maintain and remove all overhead transmission and distribution power lines and associated equipment. Obtain personal work protection. Perform traffic control.
• Inspect electrical installations performed by outside contractors.
• Construct and maintain various apparatus as per manufacturer's and engineering standards.
• Interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Assist in the training of apprentices.
• Drive and/or operate bucket trucks, radial boom derricks, tension machines, hydraulic equipment and all other equipment and tools used in line maintenance and construction, at times in close proximity to energized lines and high-voltage equipment. Perform daily dielectric tests and vehicle inspections.
• Work standby duty on a designated schedule and occasional shifts.

QUALIFICATIONS

In order to be considered, you must meet the following requirements:

• Successful completion of Grade 12, or equivalent.
• Class G Driver’s License (a driver's license and an ability to drive are required in order to discharge the essential duties of the position).
• Due to the nature of this role, from time to time, it may be necessary for you to perform planned or unplanned overtime work outside of your normal/scheduled working hours, and such overtime work is an essential requirement of this position (subject to the requirements of the applicable collective agreement). It is the expectation of London Hydro that you will respond to its calls and requests for assistance.

By the end of the apprenticeship, as a Powerline Maintainer you must also:

• Successfully complete the MEARIE/IHSA or equivalent Powerline Technician Certificate of Qualification.
• Obtain Driver's License: Restricted A with Z endorsement (a driver's license and ability to drive is required in order to discharge the essential duties of the position).
• Complete Utility Work Protection Code, O. Reg 22/04, and IHSA Electric Utility Safety Rules training.
• Complete Rubber Glove Techniques to 36KV training.
• Must reside within 30 minutes of the London Hydro service territory while working standby duty.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record check prior to the commencement of employment.

OTHER INFORMATION 

While we appreciate all applications received, only those invited for an interview will be acknowledged.  In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to applicants who are authorized to work in Canada.

DEI Statement

London Hydro is committed to fostering a corporate culture and climate that values and supports a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization. We know that our employees are our greatest strength and that we will achieve our goals through the innovation, integrity, and agility of a diverse, engaged and talented workforce.

Accessibility Statement

London Hydro is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. 

Privacy Statement

Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.

To Apply

If you are both qualified and safety-focused, we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume as a single document (in .pdf or .docx format only), saving the file as your last name and first name with no spaces (i.e., LastnameFirstname) by Friday, February 7, 2025 to: Human Resources Department, London Hydro Inc., P.O. Box 2700, London, ON N6A 4H6. Fax: 519-661-5164. E-mail (quote Powerline Maintainer in the subject line and ensure that you attach your resume): jobs@londonhydro.com.