JOURNEYPERSON POWERLINE TECHNICIAN

JOB RATE: $51.86/hr – 40hrs/week

We are currently seeking a Journeyperson Powerline Technician to join our team at Orangeville Hydro Limited. The candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day construction, operation, and maintenance of the electrical distribution system which services over 13,000 customers within the Town of Orangeville & the Town of Grand Valley.

 The successful candidate will be required to perform weekly standby duty, emergency, and planned overtime on a regular basis and, therefore, must reside within 35 minutes of our Orangeville office.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Perform all line construction and maintenance work in connection with underground and overhead power distribution systems in a safe and efficient manner.
• Be familiar with and use all safe working practices as set out by Orangeville
• Be able to operate bucket trucks, radial boom derricks, hydraulic equipment and all other equipment and tools used in line construction and maintenance.
• Perform industry standard troubleshooting, service, operating and testing work on Orangeville Hydro power distribution network consisting of all voltage levels up to and including 6 kV and 44 kV.
• Perform tree trimming as
• Participate in Job planning / tailboard
• Assume the Lead Powerline Technician duties when
• Complete inspections of newly installed and modified distribution plant in accordance with Reg 22/04 and construction verification program, including completing records of inspection

Skills / Qualifications:

• Certification as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician 434A or registered Apprentice with level 3 completion.
• Excellent knowledge of the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground power
• An energetic, motivated individual with a good work ethic and strong oral and written communication skills
• Possess a Valid Class DZ Driver’s License with a good driver’s
• Must be in good health and physically fit for year-round outdoor line work, in all
• Effective communication skills to successfully interact with customers and
• Must demonstrate commitment to the team approach of project
• Ability to use sound judgment is flexible and
• Must be able to demonstrate focus and attention to
• Dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment for the protection of fellow employees and the public. Must have an excellent safety record and continually demonstrate safe working habits and mechanical aptitude, understand and practice Electrical Utility Safety Rules, The Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, ESA requirements and all other legislation and safe work practices.

The Successful candidate will:

• Be a self-starter who knows when to take the lead while using a collaborative approach to decision making.
• Be a creative thinker with strong planning, organization, and execution
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication
• Is self-motivated, with the ability to work independently or as part of a
• Will embrace a culture of innovation and continuous

Orangeville Hydro Ltd. offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and detailed resume by Friday, January 23, 2026, to:

Human Resources, Orangeville Hydro Limited 400 C Line, Orangeville, ON, L9W 3Z8 careers@orangevillehydro.on.ca

Orangeville Hydro Limited 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 need to make their needs known in advance.

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