Line Specialist

POWERLINE TECHNICIAN SPECIALIST

Full-time Permanent

Canadian Niagara Power Inc. (CNP), located in beautiful Fort Erie, is looking for an experienced, safety-focused Powerline Technician Specialist with strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills to support our Line Department.

Position Purpose: To assist the Line Supervisor on a day-to-day basis and ensure a smooth flow of projects from the Planning Department through to the Line Department.

Qualifications:

• Fifteen years of experience as a MEARIE-certified Journeyperson Powerline Technician, with a minimum of five years as Line Lead Hand.
• Thorough understanding of equipment, standards and practices applicable to line construction and maintenance, as well as thorough knowledge of safety and regulatory codes.
• Good working knowledge of general operational aspects of transmission and distribution systems.
• Sound knowledge of applicable requirements of the FortisOntario Health, Safety, and Environment Management System.
• Thorough understanding of, and formal certification in, the EUSA Work Protection Code.
• Possess and maintain a valid Class “A” or “D” Ontario driver’s licence with a Class “Z” endorsement.
• Good working computer skills in Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets and email) and enterprise applications such as SAP.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and adapt to the implementation of new work tools and processes.

Key functions of the role:

• Schedule and oversee Line crews in day-to-day maintenance and construction work, as well as on longer-term projects.
• Schedule and oversee Contract crews and perform Contractor Work Observations.
• Assist the Fleet Supervisor with coordinating maintenance on Line Department vehicles.
• Liaise with the Planning Department to ensure the smooth flow of projects from Planning to the Line Department.
• Assist Planners with understanding practical field aspects to enhance job plans and with preparing plans for larger projects.
• Prepare plans for smaller operational-type projects of an urgent nature, and initiate and execute projects to solve larger-scale operational issues.
• Create Purchase Requisitions and use SAP to open and review Work Orders.
• Facilitate the execution of operational requirements for internal and contract crews, such as Work Protection, Switching Orders and mapping updates.
• Assist the Line Supervisor with ensuring that required system inspections, maintenance programs, vegetation management and capital programs are carried out.
• Assume the role of the Line Supervisor during short-term absences.
• Perform hands-on line work as required in planned or emergency situations.
• Participate in the Lineman On Call rotation and respond to emergencies.
• Perform other duties as required.

What we have to offer:

• Share Purchase Plan with Company paid 10% top-up.
• Comprehensive pension plan, benefits package, and paid time off.
• Health and wellness reimbursement policy.

Submit your cover letter and resume through the

Career Opportunities

page on our website.

Visit the link below to learn more.

Career Opportunities | Canadian Niagara Power (cnpower.com)

We thank all respondents, however due to volume we will only contact those selected for an interview.

Canadian Niagara Power Inc. (CNPI) together with FortisOntario, is committed to nurturing a positive, professional, and equal opportunity workforce. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are equipped to accommodate individual needs identified to us throughout our hiring process.