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Apprentice Powerline Technician

2 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Valard Construction Full time

Our Distribution group is currently seeking **Apprentice Powerline Technicians (PLT)** to join our team, based in Edmonton, AB.

Reporting to the Foreman, these positions construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, working with cables, conduits, and associated equipment like transformers and splicing tools. They will install, troubleshoot, and repair power lines, often working at heights or in confined spaces such as trenches and tunnels.

**Duties and Responsibilities**
- Work with a Journeyperson Powerline Technician and gain hours towards obtaining Journeyperson Certificate
- Assist with the installation, splicing, termination, and maintainance of overhead and underground power cables, vaults, conduits, and related equipment
- Perform troubleshooting, fault locating, and repairs on distribution systems
- Splice, solder and insulate conductors and related wiring to connect power distribution networks
- Operate and maintain specialized tools and equipment such as cable pulling rigs, fault locators, splicing kits, and test instruments
- Conduct switching and grounding of high-voltage equipment in accordance with utility safety standards and work procedures
- Read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and underground cable maps
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, utility codes, and company standards
- Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other crew members to complete projects efficiently
- Respond to emergency outages and perform restoration work in a timely manner
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and test results

**Requirements**:

- Registered Apprentice PLT with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (Level 1, 2, 3 or 4)
- Demonstrated experience working with power distribution systems
- Strong knowledge of electrical theory, powerline construction practices, and safety procedures
- Proficient in the use of locating, splicing, and testing equipment
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work on-call and respond to emergency situations when required

**Benefits**

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

**About our Business**

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.
- Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer._

**Learn more**

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- Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
- Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.