Powerline Technician Apprentice

_Battle River Power Coop is a cooperative electric utility in Central Alberta supplying electricity to about 8200 rural members. We have a staff of about 63 employees engaged in all aspects of power distribution from installation to maintenance to billing, all administered from the same office near Camrose, Alberta._

**Powerline Technician Apprentice**

We are looking for highly motivated individual to join our team as Powerline Technician Apprentice based out of Camrose, AB. This is a permanent full time position.

**General Summary**:

- This is a four-year program to become a Journeyman Powerline Technician
- Schooling will be done at NAIT for 7 weeks at a time
- It is a hands on learning under the direction of a Journeyman Powerline Technician

**Qualifications**:

- Class 5 Driver’s License with air endorsement
- Must have team experience - developed ability to communicate with members of team and to be able to easily comprehend and follow instructions - must work well with others
- Good health, strong physique and possess good body coordination
- NAIT Requirements - Alberta High School Diploma with English 30-2, Math 30-3, Physics 30-3 or Chemistry 30 or Science 30
- NAIT **Minimum** Requirements - successful completion of English 20-2, Math 20-3, Science 10 or Entrance Exam

**Hours of Operation**: Hours of operation are generally 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, four days a week.

Please submit your resume to:
Battle River Power Coop

Attention: Human Resources

Box 1420, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3

Fax: (780) 672-7969

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

**Salary**: $36.68-$42.14 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime

Ability to Commute:

- Camrose, AB (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Camrose, AB: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person