Power Line Technician Pre-Apprentice

FortisBC•Castlegar, BC

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The duties of a Pre-apprentice Power Line Technician are to assist other members of a line crew from the ground. This is a semi-skilled position requiring the supervision of a tradesperson. It is also a learning position where one can improve his/her skills or gain new skills. Climbing and aerial bucket work will be permitted for training purposes while under the supervision of a journeyperson. A pre-apprentice lineperson reports to a staff supervisor or delegate and normally works under the direction of a higher classification employee. The pre-apprenticeship training program is a structured temporary position for up to 6 months. Candidates are provided with in-house and hands-on job training. Upon successful completion of the pre-apprenticeship program, candidates may be considered for full-time permanent apprenticeship positions with FortisBC.

Requirements

Candidates must currently hold all of the following minimum education requirements: English 12, Math 11 and Physics 11.
Holder of a valid Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement.
Ability to carry out a variety of duties requiring significant physical effort.
Knowledge and ability to handle, use and care for hand and power tools and equipment.

Nice To Haves

Post Secondary Pre-Apprentice Electrical diploma or equivalent course is preferred
Occupational First Aid Level 1, 2 or 3 is preferred
Transportation of Dangerous goods is preferred
WHMIS is preferred
Any other applicable skills or educational achievements that directly relate to the trade will be acknowledged
Class 1 driver's license with air brake endorsement is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs duties as a Lineperson’s trades helper which requires some skills as acquired by experience and/or on-the-job training and instruction.
Carries out maintenance and construction work as directed, including pole framing, right-of-way clearing and maintenance, road maintenance, line patrol, etc.
Carries out assignments normally carried out by lower classification employees or those of a higher classification to gain skills and experience.
Inspection and safe operation of vehicles & mobile equipment.
Handles, uses and cares for hand and power tools and equipment as required.
In addition to the duties and responsibilities above the pre-apprentice lineperson performed all duties of the Labourer classification.