Power Line Technician - Redcliff

Job summary

The Power Line Technician will construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems while performing live line work and system switching. They are also responsible for responding to customer trouble calls, managing outages, and mentoring apprentices to ensure safe and reliable service.

Job details

ABOUT USAt FortisAlberta we invest in our greatest resource – our people. As Alberta’s largest electricity distribution provider, we are positioned for growth. Each day, FortisAlberta employees strive to exceed customer expectations while maintaining a focus on our commitment to safety.APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 5, 2026TITLE: Power Line Technician - Redcliff (U26-180) DEPARTMENT: Field Operations WORK LOCATION/OFFICE: Redcliff STATUS: 01 Full Time - Salaried NUMBER OF HIRES: 1 FortisAlberta is looking for a safety‑focused and highly skilled Journeyman Power Line Technician to help build, maintain, and restore the electrical distribution system that powers communities across Alberta. In this hands‑on role, you will perform a variety of distribution operations, construction, maintenance, and restoration activities while working closely with customers and team members to ensure safe, reliable service. If you enjoy challenging field work, problem‑solving, and making a direct impact in your community, this is an opportunity to join a team that keeps Alberta connected! Job Description: Construct, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot overhead and underground electrical distribution systems. Perform live line work and support the safe operation of the electrical distribution network. Develop switching plans and perform system, radial, and substation switching activities. Complete hazard assessments, maintain safe worksites, and support incident investigations. Perform distribution operations, maintenance, patrols, repairs, and outage restoration activities. Coordinate construction readiness activities, including planned outages, contractor coordination, and project preparation requirements. Respond to customer trouble calls and power interruptions with professional and timely service. Participate in standby rotations and emergency response activities as required. Support specialized operational functions such as cable fault locating, testing, system switching, and advanced construction activities. Mentor apprentices and contribute to the development and success of the team. Qualifications: Journeyman Power Line Technician certificate. Valid Alberta Class 3 driver's licence with air brake endorsement. Strong commitment to workplace safety and safe work practices. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced field environment. Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Outlook. Additional trade certifications, certificates, diplomas, or degrees in a related discipline are considered an asset. Important: Permanent, full-time role. Monday – Friday schedule, with participation in after-hours and weekend standby rotations. Based out of our Redcliff service location. Successful candidate must reside within 50 kilometers of the assigned service point office, or within a 40‑minute response time. This is a unionized role and the successful applicant will be required to become a union member on hire if they are not one already. Occasional overnight travel may be required. Current driver's abstract and criminal background check required. Safety-sensitive position requiring pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. TO APPLY TO THIS POSITION: Please submit your resume via the button below: "Apply" We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates to be considered for an interview will be contacted. If you receive an error message when applying, please contact the system administrator at: Recruitment@fortisalberta.com

What you’ll do

The Power Line Technician will construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems while performing live line work and system switching. They are also responsible for responding to customer trouble calls, managing outages, and mentoring apprentices to ensure safe and reliable service.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Journeyman Power Line Technician certificate and a valid Alberta Class 3 driver's licence with air brake endorsement. The role requires a strong commitment to safety, the ability to work in a fast-paced field environment, and residency within 50 kilometers of the Redcliff office.

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Troubleshooting · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Microsoft Outlook · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Power line maintenance
• Electrical distribution systems
• Troubleshooting
• Live line work
• Switching plans
• Hazard assessment
• Outage restoration
• Cable fault locating
• Mentoring
• Microsoft Office
• Outlook
• Communication
• Problem-solving
• Interpersonal skills
• Operations
• Coordinating
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Microsoft Outlook
• Investigation
• Emergency Response
• Workplace Safety
• Air Brakes
• Electrical Substation
• Electric Power Distribution

Job areas

• Energy
• Trades
• Construction
• Engineering
• Security & Safety
• Power Technician
• Utility Line Technician
• Electrical Line Installers and Repairers
• Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers