At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain and repair power lines, ensuring safe energy delivery.
- Company: FortisBC, a leading energy provider with over 100 years of experience.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and support for lifelong career development.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for community involvement and personal growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to deliver renewable energy and shape a brighter future for B.C.
- Qualifications: Journeyman Powerline Technician certification and valid Class 3 driver’s licence required.
The predicted salary is between 57 - 58 $ per hour.
Location: Kelowna, BC, CA
Branch: Electric
Affiliation: IBEW
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Salary: $57.77 Hourly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
Workplace Flexibility: No
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers. We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.
Position Overview
A Powerline Technician is expected to discharge the responsibility of and to practice fully his/her trades qualifications. A Powerline Technician reports to a staff supervisor or delegate.
Responsibilities
- Perform standby duties as assigned.
- Assist in training new employees, apprentices and employees in lower classifications.
- Perform duties normally carried out by a lower classification.
Requirements
- Holder of a Journeyman Powerline Technician Interprovincial Certificate or a Lineman Trades Qualification Certificate.
- Be familiar with and experienced in electric utility transmission and distribution systems, protective and safety devices and their clearances and isolating procedures.
- Holder of a valid Class 3 driver’s licence with air brake endorsement.
Additional Information
- Standby/On-Call requirements: This role has standby requirements based on operational needs.
- Residency requirements: The successful candidate must adhere to the residency requirements of this position.
- Overtime requirements: This role has overtime requirements based on operational needs.
- Travel/Out of town work requirements: This role has travel requirements based on operational needs.
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community. FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.
Power Line Technician in Kelowna employer: FortisBC
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