POWERLINE TECHNICIAN

ERTH Power Corp. - Aylmer
Aylmer, Ontario

Last Day to Apply: April 23, 2021

POWERLINE TECHNICIAN

Aylmer Operations Centre

ERTH Power (formerly Erie Thames Powerlines) is a licensed electricity distribution company servicing over 24,000 customers throughout South Western Ontario. ERTH Power is pleased to announce an immediate opening for a Powerline Technician with minimum 2^nd year Apprentice applications being accepted as well. This position is responsible for constructing and maintaining all overhead and underground distribution lines and associated apparatus. This position will have responsibility to be on-call and must be available to respond to 24-hour emergency situations within the time mandates set out by the Ontario Energy Board and the Company.

Qualified applicants, who meet the following criteria, will be considered.

Must possess (or are currently working towards) a Powerline Technician Certificate of Qualification or Interprovincial Red Seal Certification (or equivalent) and possess a Grade 12 High School Diploma
Knowledge of the Electrical Safety Authority Regulation 22/04 and EUSR, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Utility Work Protection Code, WHMIS, CPR, First Aid and all other applicable legislation
Must be literate and able to perform manual mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
CPR/1^st Aid training
WHMIS training
Valid Ontario Class DZ or AZ-Restricted Driver’s License in good standing (Minimum)
Readily available for Overtime and On-Call Duty
Effective communication skills to successfully interact with customers and peers
Willingness and ability to understand and abide by all Health and Safety policies and procedures
Knowledge of electrical inspection process
Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that includes heavy lifting, stretching and pulling, climbing, working at heights and extreme weather conditions
Must have an excellent safety record and continually demonstrate safe working habits and mechanical aptitude
Ability to work effectively and safely in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisor and peers
Ability to use sound judgment, be flexible and responsible
Must be able to demonstrate focus and attention to detail
Must be organized

ERTH is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to apply, in confidence, by submitting a resume,

stating qualification and work experience by April 23^rd, 2021 at 4:30 pm.

Email human_resources@erthcorp.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

March 26, 2021