Apprentice, Powerline Technician

Apprentice, Powerline Technician (PWU) #2025-232
**Location**: Brampton (Kennedy)
Department Power Services
**Number of Vacancies**: 1
**Hours per Week**: 40
**Posting Open**: October 10, 2025
**Posting Closed**: October 24, 2025
**Rate of Pay**:
**Starting Rate**: $34.83
**Balance 1st Year**: $38.31
**2nd Year**: $42.14
**3rd Year**: $46.35
**4th Year**: $50.99
**Journeyperson**: $56.09
At Alectra, we energize a brighter future by empowering our workforce through the talent of tomorrow's bright minds. We promote a culture that encourages collaboration, celebrates innovation and supports lifelong learning. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds and has the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.
**Position Purpose**:
Power your potential at Alectra We're looking for motivated Apprentice Powerline Technicians eager to learn and grow under the guidance of experienced Lead Hands and Journeypersons. As an apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience in constructing, maintaining, and operating electrical distribution systems, setting the foundation for a rewarding career as a Powerline Technician. Join Alectra and take the next step in your professional journey
**If you meet the following criteria, we welcome you to apply**:
Education & Specialized Knowledge
- Successful completion of Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or recognized equivalent
- Successful completion of Powerline Technician College Program is considered an asset
- Must hold and maintain a Class “G” driver’s license in good standing, “DZ” or “AZ” driver’s license is considered an asset

Experience
- Minimum of 2 years practical electrical experience or recognized equivalent
- Previous co-op experience with Alectra Utilities is an asset

Below is the job description of a Powerline Technician. During your apprenticeship you will be trained on all aspects of the job progressively over the apprenticeship period.

**Responsibilities**:
Construct and maintain the overhead and underground electrical distribution system including:

- Participate in job planning/tailboard conference.
- Setup work area protection including but not limited to ensuring traffic control at job sites and safety measures are in place.
- Perform approved line work techniques such as rubber glove, bare hand, and live line tools techniques.
- Install, maintain, and operate system components such as poles, wires, guying, switches, switchgear, transformers, cables, splices, terminations, and components at substations on ground, aloft and/or within confined spaces.
- Utilize and operate motorized vehicles and equipment, such as trucks, radial boom derricks, aerial devices, portable generators, power saws and drills in a safe manner.
- Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections.
- Conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner when dealing with customers and the general public.
- Execute switching instructions from the Alectra Control Room and adherence to the Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC).
- Trouble shoot customer power outages to determine the cause, make necessary repairs and restore the power to customers.
- Communicate with System Control staff to report defective equipment and unsafe conditions verify any tag-out/ lock-out procedures are followed.
- Required to participate in on-call duties and emergency call-out.
- Complete inspections of newly installed or modified distribution plant in accordance with Reg 22/04 and Alectra's Construction Verification Program including completing the Record of Inspection and Inspection Certificates.
- Assist with training of Apprentice Powerline Technicians not including Mearie apprenticeship record required sign offs.
- Perform line clearing as required.
- Support and participate in job specific training and programs.
- The incumbent may be asked to perform other related duties which may be assigned from time to time.

Working Conditions
- Work involves frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions or hazards, resulting in frequent discomfort or risk of danger - work is performed outdoors.

Who we are
As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:
**Safety**: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.
**Respect**: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.
**Customer Focus**: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.
**Excellence**: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.
**Innovation**: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.
**Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace**:

- We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan - we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and you