Apprentice Powerline Technician

APPRENTICE POWERLINE TECHNICIAN

Midland Power Utility Corporation provides electric power to 7300 residential and commercial customers. We have six 2.4 / 4.16 KV municipal substations and maintain distribution circuits at 2400 / 4160, 4800 / 8320 and 44,000 volts. This is an exciting opportunity to become involved with a customer-focused organization that is committed to delivering safe and reliable electricity.

This position reports to the Operations Manager, the successful candidate will join the team that is responsible for the day-to-day construction, operation and maintenance of the electrical distribution system including overhead and underground using various utility equipment and apparatus. You will be required to perform standby duty and emergency and planned overtime on a regular basis. 

Previous exposure to electrical theory is required. You will be enrolled in and are working toward the completion of the 4-year Powerline Technician apprenticeship program, satisfying the competence/certification requirements both in terms of hours worked (8,000 hours) and a formal training program. Progression within the classification will depend on satisfactory on-the-job performance and successful completion of mandatory training courses.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Secondary School Graduation Diploma – minimum Grade 12
• Completion of the second year of the 4-year Powerline Technician apprenticeship program, including hours of work
• Possess a valid DZ or AZ driver’s licence with a clean abstract
• Must be in good health and physically fit for year-round outdoor line work, in all elements, in confined spaces and at various heights.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, problem-solving and customer relations skills. Energetic and enthusiastic. Proven track record of a commitment to safety, teamwork, respect in the workplace and continual improvement of processes and procedures.
• Proficiency, or willingness to obtain proficiency in occupational health and safety legislation, Midland Power safe work practices, ESA Ontario Reg. 22/04, work protection codes, EUSA rulebook and other safety policies and procedures. Current certificate in First Aid, CPR and WHMIS will be considered an asset
• Computer proficiency will be considered an asset  

Midland Power Utility Corporation, located in Midland on the shores of beautiful Georgian Bay, an all season resort town, offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by Friday, August 10, 2018 to:

Midland Power Utility Corporation16984 Highway 12, P.O. Box 820
Midland, ON L4R 4P4
Attention: Roy Rogers, Operations Manager
Fax: 1-705-526-7890 Email: operations@midlandpuc.on.ca

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however only those selected will be contacted.

July 24, 2018