Powerline Technician

**Division: Operations - Transmission Line Maintenance**

**Location**:Vegreville, AB**

**COVID-19 Information**:
ATCO is committed to providing and maintaining a safe environment for our employees, contractors, partners, and customers. As part of this unwavering commitment to safety, all ATCO employees and contractors are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

**Position Summary**:

- Always there. Anywhere. _That’s us We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We value and encourage different perspectives and we have the courage to do the right thing, even when it’s hard.

Under the direction and leadership of the Supervisor, Transmission Line Maintenance this position is responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of the Transmission and Distribution system, equipment and company facilities in accordance with company standards, policies and procedures, the Alberta Utility Code and other regulatory requirements and will be expected to actively participate in setting and achieving personal and district goals. The position is also key in the delivery of superior customer service and maintaining positive customer relations. Work will also require assisting in the development of PLT Apprentice positions and other new employees.

We’re looking for someone who cares about their work and strives for more each day. Someone who challenges the status quo, embraces change, and thrives in a collaborative work environment. If you are someone who approaches work with passion, curiosity and the courage to innovate, then this role is for you.

**What You Get to Do**:

- Constructs, operates, inspects and maintains overhead power lines, substation and related apparatus.
- Works on energized electrical circuits, including live line processes necessary to perform work.
- Performs system switching, ensuring adherence to Electrical Operations Standards (EOS) and necessary clearances/permits are obtained.
- Assists in the supervision of contracted labour (construction crews, hydrovac etc).
- Carries out maintenance and planned programs and system inspections in accordance with yearly plan and ensures proper documentation.
- Assists electrical technicians in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment.
- Assists in commissioning new construction for compliance and operating needs.
- Identifies and evaluates operating problems and assists in determining long term/short term solutions. This includes diagnosing oh/ug faults for cause.
- Performs standby duties, including emergency response.
- Installs and uses electrical apparatus, including OVR, OCRs, gang switches, fusing.
- Interpret and applies applicable terms, conditions and policies.
- Participates and assists in the organization of company sponsored community relations activities.
- Provides accurate field checks.
- Maintains knowledge of various systems (WFM, Mobile TC & Viewer, ForSite, Oracle, SharePoint, MS Word, Excel, OneDrive and Outlook).
- Adheres to applicable safety and environmental standards and regulations.
- Performs safety audits and promotes safe work practices.
- Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions.
- Operates and maintains company vehicles and equipment.
- Participates in safety meetings, helping to identify and resolve issues in a constructive manner.
- Provides daily work plans and competes job safety analysis.
- Promotes public safety awareness within the communities, industries etc. through presentations and education.
- Exercises good environmental practices.
- Assists in incident investigations (public and internal) as required.
- Establishes personal developmental objectives.
- Undertakes a temporary assignment to a higher classification or position if requested.
- Read, compile and maintain records, drawings as required.
- Successfully complete and applies all training & development opportunities.
- May lead, coach and mentor apprentices and co-workers, as is required.
- Other duties as assigned, based on operational needs.
- Duties assigned will be based on employee competencies and training.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma.
- Valid Journeyman Powerline Technician Certificate.
- Ability to obtain Interprovincial Red Seal.
- Minimum 4 years’ experience through a Powerline apprenticeship program.
- Valid Class 5 vehicle operator’s license.
- Ability to obtain Class 1 or Class 3 Operator’s License.
- Valid First Aid Certificate.
- Demonstrated knowledge of live line techniques using bare hand, sticks and 25kv rubber glove work achieved through live line training is preferred.
- Previous on call and troubleshooting experience preferred.
- A proven safe work record, including diver’s abstract.
- Demonstrated skills in training of apprentices and development of team and individual performance.
- Personal computer experience is an asset.