Powerline Maintainer


London Hydro Inc.
London, Ontario


Last Day to Apply: December 27, 2017

   

 

POWERLINE MAINTAINER

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. 

Specifically, as a Powerline Maintainer, you will:

  • 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
  • Set up work area protection according to book 7 of the Ontario Traffic Manual
  • Work in close proximity to heavy traffic on a regular basis.
  • Work various shifts as required.
  • Work standby duty on a designated schedule.  

The Powerline Maintainer will adhere to all Occupational Health & Safety Act rules and regulations, the E&USA rule book and London Hydro safe work practices, understand and comply with the London Hydro Environmental, Health and Safety Policy, and perform all activities in a manner that protects the health and safety of themselves and others.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with utility experience and graduates of the Powerline Technician Community College Program. Candidates must have the MEA Journeyperson Power Line Certificate of Registration or Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Power Line Maintainer's Certificate of Qualification, Rubber Glove Techniques to 36KV, and a valid Driver's License class DZ.

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 150,000 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. Watch the short video below for more details! 

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For more information and to apply

To find out more about London Hydro, as well as these and other opportunities to join our team, please visit our website at www.londonhydro.com. If you are both qualified and safety-focused, we invite you to submit your cover letter and resume as a single document, saving the file as your last name and first name with no spaces (i.e., LastnameFirstname), by Wednesday, December 27, 2017, to: Human Resources Department, London Hydro Inc., P.O. Box 2700, London, ON  N6A 4H6. Fax: 519-661-5164. E-mail (quote PLM in the subject line): jobs@londonhydro.com. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check prior to the commencement of employment. An education check will also be conducted.

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

While we appreciate all applications received, only those invited for an interview will be acknowledged. 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.

In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.  

December 13, 2017 

 

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