Journeyperson Powerline Technician / Bluewater Power
Journeyperson Powerline Technician / Bluewater Power
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Journeyperson Powerline Technician
Bluewater Power Distribution Corporation is the founding member of the Bluewater Power Group of Companies headquartered in Sarnia Ontario. A progressive local distribution company Bluewater Power distributes power to over 35000 customers in six SarniaLambton communities. The Bluewater Power Group of Companies also includes the following independent market driven private Corporations: Electek Power Services Inc. Bluewater Power Services Corporation Bluewater Power Renewable Energy Inc. and Bluewater Regional Networks Inc.
This is a permanent fulltime union position.
Job Duties:
- Builds and maintains all aspects of Bluewater Powers distribution electrical network.
- Build maintain troubleshoot and repair lines poles and other equipment such as transformers regulators insulators meters and substation facilities.
- Capable of working long hours under difficult conditions to restore power to customers.
- Work with aerial lifts (bucket trucks) radial boom derricks trench diggers large trucks and trailers.
- Work with highvoltage electrical power in all kinds of terrain and at heights up to 35 metres.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of the Powerline Technician Program from a recognized postsecondary institution
- Completion of Journeyperson/Powerline Technician Apprenticeship
- Red Seal Certification preferred. Required to be obtained as a condition of employment.
- Able to obtain and maintain a valid AZ Ontario drivers license.
- Experience at an electrical utility is an asset
- Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that includes heavy lifting stretching and pulling climbing working at heights and working in extreme weather conditions year round. Applicant may be required to pass a medical examination.
- Must be willing and available (once fully qualified) to perform regular stand by duty and emergency callouts as needed.
- Must reside within required residency restrictions within a specified period of time.
- Willingness and ability to understand and abide by all Health and Safety policies and procedures
- Must have an excellent safety record and continually demonstrate safe working habits and mechanical aptitude
- Effective communication skills to successfully interact with customers and peers
- Ability to work effectively and safely in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisor and peers
- Ability to use sound judgment is flexible and responsible and able to demonstrate focus and attention to detail
- Occasional travel may be required.
Interested qualified applicants are invited to submit a resume detailing their experience and accomplishments by 4:00 p.m. Tuesday May 27 2025 to:
Bluewater Power Distribution Corporation
Human Resources Department
P.O. BoxConfederation Street
Sarnia Ontario N7T 7L6
Include in the subject line: Journeyperson Powerline Technician
Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The successful candidate must complete a criminal record check and education verification prior to commencing employment.
We thank you in advance for your interest in Bluewater Power however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full Time
