Powerline Technician

6 hours ago


Cambridge Bay, Canada Qulliq Energy Corporation Full time

**Energize Your Career in the Arctic**

Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted with providing safe and reliable power to customers across Nunavut. QEC is the sole energy provider in the territory and operates 25 stand-alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems across the territory.

**Working in Nunavut**

Nunavut is Canada's newest and largest territory and has the fastest growing economy in the country. It is known for its breathtaking landscapes and amazing adventure opportunities. Join our team and spend your time exploring a vast winter wonderland by snowmobile, traversing ancient waterways by kayak, hiking an expansive tundra overflowing with wildlife, or experiencing a rich culture known for its distinct artwork, music, and cuisine. Join our team of highly motivated and experienced industry professionals as we provide safe and reliable power across Nunavut.

**Powerline Technician (QEC-24-025)**

**Cambridge Bay, Nunavut**

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, the Powerline Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground power lines and cables. The position is also responsible for connecting new services, installing temporary services, and inspecting and maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles used to carry out line work.

**Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs powerline systems, subsystems, and equipment to ensure maximum productivity and quality.
- Inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs emergency powerline systems, subsystems, and equipment and replaces as required.
- Travels to remote communities to perform regular inspections, conduct preventative maintenance, install equipment, and perform general repairs to powerlines and systems.
- Maintains maintenance documentation and coordinates with operators, maintenance staff, when amending documentation.
- Ensures all materials used during construction and repairs are logged and reported to the Line Supervisor.
- Provides on-site solutions or modifications to bring systems back online as quickly as possible during outage situations while mitigating risk to equipment.
- Always maintains a clean and safe work environment and acts in a pro-active manner to make timely recommendations for continuous improvement of operations and equipment.
- Ensures work is conducted in accordance with all corporate policies and procedures; territorial, provincial, and national codes; and in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.

**Required Qualifications Include**:

- Intra-provincial certification as a Powerline Technician.
- Class 3 driver's license with an airbrake endorsement, and the ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements of QEC.

**Assets**:

- Red Seal certification is an asset
- Knowledge of Nunavut, the land, language, and culture an asset.
- The ability to speak Inuktitut, Inuinnaqtun and/or French an asset.

We offer a competitive salary range of $108,724.97 to $127,001.13 and a northern living allowance of $20,891.00 per annum. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined-benefit pension program. In addition, subsidized staff housing is available for this position. This position is included in the Nunavut Employee's Union.

**Preference will be given to Nunavut Inuit.**

Applications for this competition may be considered for future employment opportunities with QEC.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.


  • Powerline Technician

    3 weeks ago


    Cambridge Bay, Canada Qec Full time

    Energize Your Career in the ArcticQulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted with providing safe and reliable power to customers across Nunavut. QEC is the sole energy provider in the territory and operates 25 stand-alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems across the territory.Working in NunavutNunavut is Canada's newest and...


  • Thunder Bay, Canada Kapush Energy Inc. Full time

    **Powerline Technician** Kapush Energy is an electrical/powerline contractor located in the Thunder Bay area. We focus on construction services in overhead and underground distribution systems. Position Summary: Under guidance of a Line Supervisor, you will be responsible for work assigned to assist with constructing, operating, and maintaining overhead and...

  • Powerline Technician

    3 weeks ago


    Cambridge Bay, Canada Qec Full time

    Energize Your Career in the Arctic! Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted with providing safe and reliable power to customers across Nunavut. QEC is the sole energy provider in the territory and operates 25 stand-alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems across the territory. Working in Nunavut Nunavut is Canada's newest and...


  • Cambridge Bay, Canada Qulliq Energy Corporation Full time

    Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) is entrusted with providing safe and reliable power to customers across Nunavut. QEC is the sole energy provider in the territory and operates 25 stand-alone diesel power generation facilities and distribution systems across the territory.Nunavut is Canada's newest and largest territory and has the fastest growing economy in...


  • Thunder Bay, Canada Synergy North Full time

    on Monday, June 17, 2024, and will continue to be accepted by the Human Resources & Safety Division until the position is filled. **POWERLINE TECHNICIAN JOURNEYPERSON - THUNDER BAY** **TEMPORARY** Lines & Operations Division Outside Staff Collective Agreement $28.3375 - $47.2291 (May 1, 2024 rates) ***: Under the general direction of a Line Supervisor and...


  • Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada Valard Full time

    Valard, is Canada's premier utility contractor, as well as head of the Valard Group of Companies AND part of the Quanta Group, the largest electrical power contractor in North America. Valard has full-service capabilities for transmission, distribution, substations, foundations, telecommunications and renewable energy.Valard Construction LP is seeking...


  • Cambridge Bay, Canada Qec Full time

    Job OverviewThe Powerline Technician is a critical role within Qec, responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable delivery of electricity to customers across Nunavut.Key ResponsibilitiesInstall, maintain, and repair overhead and underground power lines and cables.Connect new services, install temporary services, and inspect tools, equipment, and vehicles...


  • Thunder Bay, Canada Synergy North Full time

    **August 21, 2024,** and will continue to be accepted by the Human Resources & Safety Division until the position is filled. **POWERLINE TECHNICIAN APPRENTICE - Thunder Bay** **1st & 2nd Year Apprentices will be considered - Up to 2 Positions** Lines & Operations Division - IBEW Collective Agreement $26.0375 to $47.2291/hour (May 1, 2024 rates) ***: Under...


  • Thunder Bay, Canada SYNERGY NORTH Full time

    **_Third Year Apprentices may be considered_** Lines & Operations Division Outside Staff Collective Agreement ***: Under the general direction of a Line Supervisor and the technical direction and guidance of a Powerline Lead Hand, is responsible for work assigned to construct, operate, and maintain overhead and underground electrical distribution systems...


  • Thunder Bay, Canada Valard Group of Companies Full time

    Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor, as well as head of the Valard Group of Companies and part of the Quanta Group, the largest electrical power contractor in North America. Valard has full-service capabilities for transmission, distribution, substations, foundations, telecommunications, and renewable energy. Valard Construction LP...


  • Thunder Bay, Canada Valard Group of Companies Full time

    Valard, is Canada’s premier utility contractor, as well as head of the Valard Group of Companies AND part of the Quanta Group, the largest electrical power contractor in North America. Valard has full-service capabilities for transmission, distribution, substations, foundations, telecommunications and renewable energy. Valard Construction LP is seeking...


  • Cambridge Bay, Canada Qec Full time

    Powerline Technician Job DescriptionQec is seeking an experienced Powerline Technician to join our team in Nunavut.ResponsibilitiesInspect, troubleshoot, and repair emergency powerline systems, subsystems, and equipment.Ensure all materials used during construction and repairs are logged and reported to the Line Supervisor.The successful candidate will be a...


  • Cambridge Bay, Canada Qec Full time

    About the RoleThis exciting opportunity is part of Qec's efforts to provide safe and reliable power to communities in Nunavut.Key ResponsibilitiesTravel to remote communities to perform regular inspections, conduct preventative maintenance, and install equipment.Maintain accurate documentation and coordinate with operators and maintenance staff.The ideal...


  • Thunder Bay, Canada The MEARIE Group Full time

    Become a team member for the largest Indigenous-led infrastructure project in Canada, which will connect 17 remote First Nation communities in Northern Ontario with clean, reliable, and accessible grid power! Wataynikaneyap’s First Nation leadership established the Guiding Principles, endorsed by its partners, that set out expectations for the project’s...


  • Cambridge, Canada Southwire Company LLC Full time

    A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor...