Job Category: Skilled TradesJob Description:Everyday a new adventure!Division: Operations, North of 60Location: Whitehorse, YTDuration: One Year TermWhat We Offer:Flexible benefits from first day of employmentCompetitive compensationAn additional 5.2% of base salary (northern allowance)An additional $680 a month (northern allowance)Additional 5 days' vacation for North of 60 positionsA culture based on safety, caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, and striving for excellenceWhy Work HereSkilled trades employees at ATCO are offered endless variety. We are entrepreneurial with a large degree of autonomy and freedom, experiencing new situations and learning opportunities every day. Internal advancement is commonplace, and we are always supported in our career journey.About the Role:As a Power Line Technician at ATCO Electric Yukon, you'll play a crucial role in construction, operation and maintenance of the Distribution system. Your work ensures reliable electricity supply to communities and businesses. Safety protocols and preventive maintenance are key aspects of this role. Additionally, as a journeyperson, you'll assist in developing PLT Apprentices and other new employees.While we are seeking a qualified Journeyperson, we may consider applications from registered apprentices should a suitable journeyperson not be found.What You'll Do:Construct, operate, and maintain overhead and underground power lines, substations, and related equipment.Install and maintain street lighting systems, adhering to quality and safety standards.Execute system switching, in line with Electrical Operations Standards.Supervise contracted labor effectively, ensuring compliance and quality.Administer maintenance programs and system inspections, while maintaining comprehensive documentation.Collaborate with electrical technicians for equipment installation and maintenance.Diagnose and troubleshoot system faults, offering both immediate and long-term solutions.Handle emergency response and standby duties efficiently.Coordinate outages and execute switching orders with precision.Respond to customer service requests promptly and professionally.Participate in company-sponsored community relations activities.Maintain and operate company vehicles and equipment responsibly.Uphold stringent safety and environmental regulations.Lead, coach, and mentor apprentices and colleagues as required.Engage in continuous personal and professional development.What You'll Bring:High school diploma or equivalentValid Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate.Valid or eligibility for Interprovincial Red Seal.Demonstrated knowledge of live line techniques using bare hand, sticks, and 25kv rubber glove work achieved through live line training is preferred.Valid Class 5 vehicle operator's license; ability to obtain Class 1 or Class 3 Operator's License.Valid First Aid Certificate.Previous on-call and troubleshooting experience preferred.Basic computer skills are an asset.An expectation of the Power Line Technician position is to provide after-hours stand-by duties. As per Section 1 of the G-80 (ATCO Electric's Residency Requirements for Employees Required to do Stand-by Work) policy, you will be required to maintain a residence within the established service point boundary for Whitehorse, YT to meet after-hours service coverage requirements.We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.ATCO Electric Yukon is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at www.ATCO.com.ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Visit our website for more information.In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the traditional territories and homelands on which many of our ATCO operations and facilities are located. We honor and respect the diverse history, languages, ceremonies, and culture of the Indigenous Peoples who call these areas home.
