Apprentice, Linesperson

The Opportunity

Position Purpose:

We are seeking an Apprentice, Lineperson to work within the Operations department. This position will report to the Manager, Operations and hours of work will be as per the Collective Agreement. This position will be assigned to various crews through the orientation/apprenticeship period and, with training, will be expected to work on and operate high voltage power distribution equipment (up to 44kV).

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and solid understanding of basic electric circuit theory.
• Demonstrated company values, in particular respect in the workplace, ethics and working safely.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 12 education
• Journeyman Powerline Technician certificate - MEARIE or completed Level 2 Powerline Technician Apprentice training – Mearie or equivalent
• Valid driver’s licence. Applicant must also be prepared to obtain Class ‘AZ’ licence within one year and maintain it
• Powerline Technician diploma, Electrical Technician/Technologist certificate or practical electrical experience would be a definite asset.
• Ability to work with confidence in both aloft and within confined spaces.
• High regard for personal and public safety in a team setting.
• Ability to perform essential duties of the position including regular standby duties and the response to emergency call-outs within sixty minutes.

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume by visiting our Careers page at https://www.alectra.com/careers.

Alectra is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Alectra will consult with all applicants who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs, to the point of undue hardship.

In accordance with Alectra’s COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, as a condition of  employment, successful job applicants must provide written proof of full vaccination against COVID-19 prior to their start date. This requirement is subject only to valid human rights-based requests for accommodation to the point of undue hardship.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

August 3, 2022