Journeyperson, Substations

Aecon • Cambridge, ON

3d • CA$80 - CA$85 • Onsite

About The Position

Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future. The Journeyman, Substations will be responsible for installing and maintaining overhead, underground, transmission, and distribution systems.

Requirements

• Journeyman Power Lineperson Apprenticeship and Trade Certificate
• Minimum 2 years utility experience constructing, installing and maintaining overhead, underground, transmission, and distribution systems.
• Thorough knowledge of Provincial Electrical Utilities Regulations and provincial specific Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Codes
• Ability to climb, towers and poles, work at heights, and work in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Demonstrated ability to lead and effectively work on teams with a desire to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to interpret drawings, develop / interpret work, instructions, and plan projects for self and others
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal, team participation and communication skills
• Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Perform line maintenance in a safe efficient manner utilizing de-energized, live line hot stick or live line barehand techniques on voltages up to and including 500KV
• Safe operation of heavy and tracked equipment including Radial Arm Diggers, Line Trucks, Cranes, and all terrain equipment (Foremost) as required
• Operate and maintain such hand tools as may be required for the job including blocks, grips, jacks, hot line tools and cover up, etc.
• Read and interpret blueprints or process specifications
• Instruct and train junior personnel in duties, safe work practices, care and use of tools and equipment
• Maintain personal and group safety at all times, and exercise appropriate caution when working with tension for rigging, on or close to energized equipment
• Respond to unscheduled outages as the result of weather, component failures, vehicular accidents, etc.
• Be a positive team member through open communication and active participation in crew tasks
• Ensure the environment is in compliance with Aecon Health & Safety and Environmental Manual
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required
• Availability to travel and work on projects across Canada
• Able to work a 21 and 7 shift out of town.

Benefits

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed