Journeyperson Power Line Technician

Hundseth Power Line Construction (HPL) is a Saskatchewan-based, family-owned business, headquartered in Saskatoon, with site offices in Regina and Humboldt. Our vision is to be the benchmark contractor in the overhead and underground utilities industry, recognized for the integrity of our people, the ethics of our business practices, and our ability to innovate with leading-edge safety & quality practices.

HPL is a growth-oriented and forward-thinking private company, that works in **ALL SEASONS**. We are looking for team players who are committed to positivity and a driven work ethic, who strive to set the standard of excellence to our large host of clients across Saskatchewan.

We are currently seeking all levels of **Powerline Technicians** who work alongside the Residential Red Seal Electricians in Regina and Moose Jaw areas, completing meter installation work to _residential properties only. _**Travel is required**as services extend throughout the province, and other work to be completed by the powerline technician is below.

**Job Duties**
- Professionally represent Hundseth Power Line’s commitment to exceptional customer service on each service call.
- Diagnose and repair electrical problems in residential electrical systems.
- Perform diagnostics, repairs, maintain, service, and install equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Conduct all repairs and installations in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code.
- Perform general and specific equipment inspections.
- Perform routine maintenance on various systems as requested.
- Set priorities and work assignments to meet established deadlines.
- Adhere to all safety rules and procedures and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of all modern equipment and regulations.

**Additional powerline technician job duties**:

- Perform a variety of assignments involved in all aspects of the installation, construction, troubleshooting, repairing, specialized testing, and maintenance of all overhead and underground distribution, transmission lines, switching stations, substations, communication networks, streetlight facilities, and infrastructure
- Operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment including: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe.
- Follow all safety procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to foreman.

**Required**:

- **Mandatory**: A valid Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card from the **Saskatchewan Trades & Apprenticeship Commission or Canadian Interprovincial Red seal certification.**:

- Ability to work outdoors in **all weather conditions.**:

- A **valid Class 5 license** **(clear driving abstract) is required**with a **1A preferred**.
- Previous experience operating the following: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, hydroVAC, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe would be _considered an asset._
- Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to travel extensively across Saskatchewan.
- **Ability to lift heavy tools** and equipment over 50 pounds.
- Ability to work long shifts, 10-12 hour days, in all types of weather.
- This position is considered a **safety sensitive position**; all new hires will be required to complete a **pre-employment/pre-access** medical test that includes a drug and alcohol screening, as well as hearing.

Pay: $54.33 per hour

Expected hours: 40 - 50 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care

Application question(s):

- Are you located in Regina or Moose Jaw, SK?

**Experience**:

- Journeyperson Powerline : 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Red Seal certification and Saskatchewan driver license? (required)

Work Location: In person