Journeyman Powerline Technician

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies•Surrey, BC

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 The Journeyman Powerline Technician (PLT) will assist in the construction and maintenance of distribution powerlines. The Journeyman PLT will have a valid Red Seal Journeyperson certificate and previous experience in the distribution or transmission industry as a Journeyman PLT. The candidate will demonstrate strong knowledge of distribution powerline construction, problem-solving skills, organizational skills, and share our core value of “we work safe.”

Requirements

Red Seal certification in the powerline industry from an accredited trade school, or equivalent combination of education and experience in the powerline industry
Strong understanding of construction and maintenance principles, methods, and procedures
Minimum Class 3 driver’s license required.
Commitment to working safely, with the ability to recognize hazards and apply the hierarchy of controls to eliminate risks in both field and office environments
Strong listening, problem-solving, and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with team members, supervision, and stakeholders
Ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision
Willingness and ability to travel and work frequent overtime and weekend hours to meet project schedules and operational requirements
Physically fit and able to perform manual labour in varying weather conditions and environments, including heavy lifting

Responsibilities

Install, inspect, maintain, and repair high- and low-voltage distribution systems.
Troubleshoot and repair overhead and underground distribution lines.
Construct new distribution powerlines across all phases, including framing of wood and steel structures.
Perform conductor stringing and cable pulling in overhead and civil environments.
Support setup and operation of pulling and tensioning equipment.
Operate various equipment used in the construction and maintenance of distribution powerlines.
Maintain interior, exterior, overhead, and underground electrical distribution systems.
Ensure all safety protocols are followed, including PPE usage, permitting, and safe work practices.
Participate in incident reporting, safety observations, and corrective action implementation.
Lead by example in promoting a positive safety culture within the crew.
Complete work in accordance with specifications, drawings, and client requirements.
Identify non-conforming work and communicate issues to supervision for timely resolution.
Assist in preparing work areas for inspections and client walkdowns.
Contribute to safety improvement initiatives and maintain a strong safety-first mindset.
Participate in Safety, Quality, and Production meetings.
Participate in tailboard meetings.
Support the training and development of apprentices and new team members.