Powerline Technician Co-Op (4-Month Term)

Powerline Technician Co-Op (4-Month Term)

Join us at InnPower as a Powerline Technician Co-Op Student! 

About Us 

Located at 7251 Yonge Street in Innisfil, InnPower is one of the fastest growing electrical utilities in Ontario, servicing the Town of Innisfil and South Barrie. We serve our community as the local hydro utility – looking after the distribution (“wires”) business – with approximately 20,000 customers, and a service territory of 292 square kilometres. 

We’ve created an inclusive culture where employees are encouraged to share new ideas and opinions, and have their voices heard! 

Our Mission: Safely provide reliable, cost-efficient, and innovative electricity services that are valued by our communities; through excellent customer service and an inclusive and supportive culture. 

Our Vision: To be one of Canada’s most Innovative Power Utilities; committed to energizing our powerful communities. 

Our Values: 

• Safety
• Innovation & Efficiency
• Support & Respect
• Quality & Reliability
• Fiscal Prudence
• Community Leadership & Presence 

Why work for InnPower as a co-op student? 

• You’ll have the opportunity to learn from the best of the best!
• We create a safe learning environment where you can ask questions and share ideas!
• Get real life experience where you can leverage your education and apply your knowledge! 

The Opportunity 

Reporting to the Operations Manager, and working alongside Powerline Technicians, you will have the opportunity to assist with installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution lines, transformers and related equipment. 

This role is perfect for someone who is eager to learn, values health and safety, and is ready for physical work. 

Accountabilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Observe and assist with the construction of overhead lines, setting and framing of poles, stringing and energizing conductors in accordance with InnPower standards.
• Observe and assist with the construction of underground circuits, installation of primary and secondary equipment, ducts, conductors, cables, terminations, splicing and the energization of conductors in accordance with InnPower standards.
• Observes and assists with electric utility connections, disconnections, concerning customer service activity as requested/required.
• Observe and assist with building, repairing, and maintaining 120/240V and 600/347V secondary systems including streetlight and sentinel light assets.
• Learn to operate proficiently all underground equipment for locating, fault finding, and hi-pot testing.
• Learn to troubleshoot and analyze with the use of operating maps, service maps and experienced observation, line faults and power quality problems.
• Trim trees around energized electrical power lines utilizing chain saws and other equipment.
• Dig and excavate pole holes and splice pits.
• Perform substation inspection, maintenance, and construction.
• Assist with maintenance of reclosures, voltage regulators and capacitors.
• Observe and assist with installation and replacement of domestic meters.
• Conduct equipment and vehicle maintenance.

An Emphasis on Health and Safety: 

With health and safety being one of our core values, it is important to ensure you perform the duties of the position in a safe manner, in compliance with all relevant legislation, standards and policies including (but not limited to) the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the E&USA Rule Book, Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC), The Highway Traffic Act, The Professional Engineers Act, all InnPower policies and procedures. 

You will also be required to ensure that all necessary personal protective equipment (e.g. safety boots, hard hat, eye protection, protective clothing, rubber gloves, etc.) is used and maintained in an acceptable condition. 

Core Capabilities: 

• Good hearing, eyesight, and hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to learn to safely operate line trade-related vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to learn to safely climb poles (up to 90’) with belt and spurs and fall arrest.
• Ability to safely work at heights, confined spaces and other various job duties regardless of outdoor weather conditions or distractions.
• Ability to work safely and effectively with hand tools and safely carry heavy equipment.
• Good communication (written and verbal), organizational, record-keeping, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps, drawings and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public to maintain safe, effective and mutually respectful professional relationships.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.
• Ability to learn to analyze unusual occurrences with systems and repair them. 

Qualifications: 

• Grade 12 high school diploma or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in a College Powerline Technician Program.
• A valid Ontario Class ‘DZ’, ‘AZ’ or ‘ARZ’ Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of Electrical Utility Safety Rules and OH&S Act & Regulations.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in electrical distribution construction, inspection, operation, testing and maintenance.
• Standard First Aid/CPR, WHMIS and Traffic Control/Book 7 training is considered an asset.
• Self-motivated while independently working safely with good housekeeping practices. 

If this role seems interesting and is a good fit for you, we would love to hear from you! You can apply by sending your resume and cover letter to humanresources@innpower.ca. 

InnPower values an inclusive environment.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities will be provided, on request, to support candidate participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.  To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources.

We thank all respondents for their interest, however only those who will be requested to attend an interview will be contacted. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.