Journeyperson Powerline Technician

**WELLAND HYDRO-ELECTRIC SYSTEM CORP.**

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**Journeyperson Powerline Technician**

Welland Hydro-Electric System Corp. delivers power to more than 25,000 residential and business customers in the City of Welland with a history as a proven top performer in service delivery, efficiency, safety and system reliability.

**Main Responsibilities**:

- Demonstrated competency operating electrical distribution equipment under normal and adverse conditions.
- Work with confidence both in situations of high elevation and in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift and handle various heavy tools, equipment, etc. in difficult body positions and able to perform bucket rescue.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and solid understanding of basic electric circuit theory.
- Must demonstrate a good safety record and be committed to working diligently towards a safer workplace.
- Ability to work as a team member and be able to communicate effectively as required for overhead and underground work.
- Must demonstrate an exceptional level of customer service and professionalism at all times.
- Perform essential duties of the position including regular standby duties and the availability to respond to emergency after work hours.
- Perform other duties as assigned. (e.g., meter installations).

**Qualifications & Requirements**:

- Hold a valid Journeyperson Powerline Technician certification or equivalent.
- Excellent working knowledge of and adherence to all applicable Occupational Health and Safety Act rules and regulations, Provincial Environmental Regulations, IHSA Electrical and Utility Safety Rules and Safe Practice Guides.
- Must possess and maintain a valid ‘A’ or ‘D’ Ontario Driver’s License with a class ‘Z’ endorsement in good standing.
- Must have valid CPR certification.
- Must be able to fulfill ‘on-call’ responsibilities.
- Must live within **35 minutes** from Welland Hydro-Electric System Corp. office.

**Applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume outlining their education, experience and related qualifications, in confidence by 12:00 pm Friday, November 29, 2024 to**:
**Subject**:Journeyperson Powerline Technician

**We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.