Powerline Technician - Line

Everyday a new adventure! Location: Grande Prairie, AB Division: Operations, ATCO Electric Duration: Approximately 18 Months What We Offer: Competitive compensation 15 days paid vacation 5 additional flex paid days off Charitable donation matching Flexible benefits from first day of employment A culture based on safety, caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellence Why Work Here Skilled trades employees at ATCO are offered endless variety. We are entrepreneurial with a large degree of autonomy and freedom, experiencing new situations and learning opportunities every day. Internal advancement is commonplace, and we are always supported in our career journey. About The Role As a Powerline Technician at ATCO Electric, you’ll play a crucial role in maintaining and constructing electrical transmission and distribution lines. Your work ensures reliable electricity supply to communities and businesses. Safety protocols and preventive maintenance are key aspects of this role. Additionally, as a journeyperson, you’ll assist in developing PLT Apprentices and other new employees. What You’ll Do: Construct, operate, and maintain overhead and underground power lines, substations, and related equipment. Install and maintain street lighting systems, adhering to quality and safety standards. Execute system switching, in line with Electrical Operations Standards. Supervise contracted labor effectively, ensuring compliance and quality. Administer maintenance programs and system inspections, while maintaining comprehensive documentation. Collaborate with electrical technicians for equipment installation and maintenance. Diagnose and troubleshoot system faults, offering both immediate and long-term solutions. Handle emergency response and standby duties efficiently. Coordinate outages and execute switching orders with precision. Respond to customer service requests promptly and professionally. Participate in company-sponsored community relations activities. Maintain and operate company vehicles and equipment responsibly. Uphold stringent safety and environmental regulations. Lead, coach, and mentor apprentices and colleagues as required. Engage in continuous personal and professional development. What We’re Looking For: High school diploma or equivalent Valid Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate. Valid or eligibility for Interprovincial Red Seal. Demonstrated knowledge of live line techniques using bare hand, sticks and 25kv rubber glove work achieved through live line training is preferred. Valid Class 5 vehicle operator's license; ability to obtain Class 1 or Class 3 Operator's License. Valid First Aid Certificate. Previous on-call and troubleshooting experience preferred. Basic computer skills are an asset. An expectation of the Powerline Technician line position is to sometimes provide after-hours stand-by duties. As such, you will be required to maintain a residence within the established service point boundary for Grande Prairie, AB. We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal, education and employment background check and other skills assessments as needed for the position. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at www.atco.com. ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Visit our website for more information. , Kuzyk, Torri

Construct, operate, and maintain overhead and underground power lines, substations, and related electrical equipment. Ensure reliable electricity supply through preventive maintenance, system switching, and emergency response duties.

Requires a high school diploma and a valid Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate with Red Seal eligibility. Must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and First Aid certification.

• Competitive Compensation • 15 Days Paid Vacation • 5 Additional Flex Paid Days Off • Charitable Donation Matching • Flexible Benefits

• Customer servicePreferred
• Safety CompliancePreferred
• TroubleshootingPreferred

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• Powerline Construction
• System Switching
• Troubleshooting
• Emergency Response
• Live Line Techniques
• Substation Maintenance
• Mentoring
• Safety Compliance
• Equipment Installation
• Customer Service

• Trades
• Energy
• Engineering
• Construction
• Security & Safety

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

5+ years

Apply by

Oct 1, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Associate