Apprentice Powerline Technician

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies•Ontario, ON

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States. Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter. POSITION SUMMARY Under the guidance and direction of the Foreman or Construction Manager, the Apprentice Lineman assist in the construction and maintenance of power systems, and replaces or repairs defective power lines, sub-stations, and accessories.

Requirements

At least 6 months’ experience in Powerline or related industry experience
Able to distinguish between colors
Work safely and ability to recognize safety hazards and implement hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards on site or in office
Strong listening, problem solving and time management skills with the ability to meet various deadlines
Strong verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate in a professional manner
Ability to work with independently or within a team environment with minimal supervision
Able and willing to travel and work frequent overtime and weekend hours to accommodate project schedules and/or business needs
Physically fit and able to perform manual labour in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting
Have and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract
Work on transmission line projects throughout Ontario
Be willing to travel to project sites as required

Nice To Haves

Willingness to enroll in and complete training and documentation toward Lineman certification.
Willingness to learn and interpret site plans and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

Implement safety policies, transporting materials, installing electrical transmission systems, performing repair work, and laying underground cable in trenches.
Adhere to Forbes Bros Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations, follow safety standards and ask questions, if needed, related to safety practices in the electrical construction industry.
Enroll in and complete training and documentation toward Lineman certification.
Learn and interpret site plans and construction drawings.
Install, inspect, maintain, and repair high and low voltage transmission and distribution electrical grid.
Troubleshoot and repair overhead distribution and transmission lines.
Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and modify high and low voltage transmission and distribution of electrical grid.
Maintain interior, exterior, overhead, and underground electrical distribution systems.
Install and maintain cables making part of power distribution systems.
Assist in the construction, maintenance and removal of underground and overhead power lines and equipment.
Communicate effectively and take and/or provide direction.
Work in a team to efficiently and effectively complete jobs within deadlines.
Work safely and contribute to safety improvement initiatives.