Powerline Maintainer

NORTH BAY HYDRO DISTRIBUTION LIMITED

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Powerline Maintainer

North Bay Hydro Distribution Limited strives to provide high levels of customer satisfaction and reliable electrical service within the communities of North Bay, Espanola, Massey, and Webbwood. We value employees and are looking for the right person to come and join our exciting and dedicated team.  

We are seeking a qualified Powerline Maintainer for the Espanola Operations Centre.  Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, the position is responsible for all facets of a utility distribution system including overhead, underground, metering, and working with voltages up to and including 44kV. 

The Powerline Maintainer will be primarily responsible to: 

• Promote overall efficient, effective, and safe deployment of services and equipment to ensure and maintain operations;
• Install, construct, maintain, repair, and replace electrical components and related equipment on high voltage and low voltage systems;
• Provide technical guidance to contractors in regard to requirements for electrical installations;
• Ensure compliance with all policies, guidelines, procedures, regulations, and standards;
• Conduct a variety of activities related to customer service in a positive and professional manner;
• Coordinate and interact with external agencies and authorities to organize and carry out work activities; and
• Obtain and retain all required licenses, and certificates required for this position.

Qualifications: 

• Journeyman Power Lineman Certification licensed to work in Ontario;
• Completion of a post-secondary Powerline Technician program or equivalent preferred;
• Sound working knowledge of electrical systems and related components;
• Must hold and maintain a valid DZ Ontario driver’s license;
• Ability to work independently and take direction;
• Ability to safely operate mechanical and electronic equipment;
• Good oral and written communications skills to maintain logs, complete reports, and deliver training;
• Strong knowledge of related legislation, codes, standards, and practices including IHSA Electrical and Utility Safety Rules and Safe Practice guides;
• Ability to operate computerized systems and a working knowledge of MS Office suite; and
• Ability to respond in a reasonable time to after hour and emergency callouts. 

In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer a comprehensive benefit package.  Interested applicants should submit their resume detailing related education, qualifications, and experience to: 

HR@northbayhydro.com

Attention: Roch Pilon, Vice President, Engineering and Operations 

Applications will be considered until Friday, February 3, 2023 

Personal information submitted will be solely used to determine eligibility for employment in this position. 

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted.