Line Foreperson

**The Opportunity**:
The City of Red Deer is currently recruiting for a **Line Foreperson** to fill a permanent full-time position. This is participation and supervisory work at the journeyperson level in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission lines.
- Possession of a certificate as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician.
- Considerable experience as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician.
- Previous supervisory experience an asset.
- Considerable knowledge of the approved methods, materials, tools and equipment used in electrical line installation and maintenance work.
- Considerable knowledge of the occupational hazards and the proper safety precautions.
- Knowledge of the principles of electrical theory as applied to electrical power circuits and distribution systems.
- Knowledge of first aid including CPR.
- Ability and willingness to climb poles and to work among high tension wires, exercising proper safety precautions.
- Ability to understand and follow oral instructions quickly and accurately.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees.
- Skill in the use of lineman tools and equipment.
- Good physical condition; and sufficient strength and agility to climb poles, to perform manual tasks in relation to line construction, and to work under adverse weather conditions.

**Affiliation**:
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 254

**Remuneration**:
$67.97 to $70.80 per hour (As per the IBEW Local 254 Collective Agreement)

**Hours of Work**:
80 hours biweekly; Monday to Friday; some evening and weekend work may be required.