Powerline Technician - Journeyperson

This position is located in Fort Smith, NT.

The Journeyperson Powerline Technician participates as a member of the Transmission Distribution Operations Division and performs Journeyperson level work in the construction and maintenance of electrical transmission and distribution systems, including substations underground and streetlight systems.

This position is based out of Fort Smith; however, the routine work area encompasses all communities in the South Slave. May be assigned to support any of NTPC’s service areas including the Dehcho/Sahtu, Beaufort Delta, North Slave, hydro sites and remote transmission lines. 

• Always work safely, adhere to all aspects of the NTPC Health, Safety and Environment programs, comply with all rules and regulations and continually practice health and safety while performing any duties.
• Ensure the safety of other employees, contractors and the general public in the workplace by following NTPC safe work practices.
• Participate in the continuous improvement of the Health, Safety and Environment programs as well as NTPC’s safety culture.
• Restores transmission and distribution systems when there is a power disturbance failure, or storm damage by locating the source of the problem, replacing, and/or repairing defective power lines and accessories.
• Completes pole and conductor replacement on distribution Transmission systems throughout the NWT Power Corporation [120v to 115KV].
• Constructs single phase and three phase transmission and distribution lines (5KV to 115KV). Includes installation of three phase transformer banks.
• Performs routine line and substation maintenance and inspections.
• Performs hot stick work on 5 kV to 115 kV lines from wood and steel structures. Uses hot-line and live-line maintenance techniques and procedures for 5KV–115KV.
• Works with and assists other trades and contractors and provides guidance and training to apprentice power linepersons, casuals and/or helpers as required.

• Certification as a Journeyperson Power Lineperson is required. An Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson Power Lineperson Certification preferred.
• A minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience in the installation and maintenance of power distribution line systems required. Equivalencies may be considered.
• A Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement is required.
• Knowledge and the ability to assist in the use of specialized equipment and be familiar with test procedures on power transformers, breakers, metering tanks, high voltage cables and switches, voltage regulators (i.e. ratio tests, capacitance/dissipation factor testing, DC HYPOT testing).
• Ability to read and work off blueprints, as well as interpret drawings, diagrams, and specifications of a variety of types of electrical equipment, including manufacturer’s manuals and parts books.
• Team player with the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good planning, organizational and communications skills.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certification is an asset. 
• Must be willing and able to travel throughout the regions.
• Must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.

This is a bargaining unit position. Salary for this position ranges from $50.05/hr. to $60.81/hr. in addition there is a location allowance of approximately $4,642 per annum. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental benefits, disability insurance, life insurance, paid sick days and a defined benefits pension plan. This position is located in Fort Smith, NT and does require the successful candidate to relocate here. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Indigenous Employment Policy - candidates must clearly identify eligibility status through our online portal to receive priority consideration.

We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

PC4138 & 4911