We are currently seeking Journeyperson Powerline Technicians (PLT) to join our growing team to support a multi‑year Distribution project in Central Ontario. Reporting to the Construction Foreman, PLT's are responsible for construction of overhead and underground electrical power distribution systems. This is a hands‑on leadership role where your technical ability, mentoring capacity, and commitment to safety will directly support our operations and team culture.

Please Note: This position is based in Central Ontario, and candidates must reside locally or within a reasonable commuting distance.

Duties and Responsibilities

Erect and maintain steel / wood poles, towers, and guy wires

Install overhead and underground power lines, insulators, conductors, transformers, switches, and associated equipment

Perform conductor stringing, sagging, clipping, and dead-ending (energized and de‑energized)

Execute advanced system switching tasks, including reclosers and loop feeds

Perform UG (underground) cable testing, terminations, and equipment installation

Splice, solder, and insulate conductors for connections

Model safe work practices and ensure crew adherence to Valard's HSE policies

Mentor apprentices and junior personnel in tasks, safety protocols, and equipment use

Conduct and review tailboards, FLHA, and daily safety checklists

Proficiently carry out advanced live line work procedures and teach basic live line procedures to apprentices

Lead or assist with job hazard assessments, fall protection plans, and critical lift plans

Ensure proper documentation of safety forms, inspections, and procedural compliance

Submit daily documentation and reports

Requirements

Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT) certification

Proven experience in the utility or electrical construction sector

Direct power distribution experience





Valid Driver's Licence (Preference for Commercial Driver's Licence) with ability to provide an acceptable Driver's Abstract

Demonstrated experience in energized work, system switching, and UG installations

Class 4 Rubber Glove experience

Solid understanding of construction and maintenance practices for distribution systems

Proficiency in reading construction prints and electrical schematics

Preference for Confined Space Certificate, UWPC, Working at Heights Cert, First Aid (CPR/AED)

This project will be a unionized worksite. Candidates must be willing to join Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW).

Benefits
This position will be part of the CUSW union and benefits are provided by the union.

About Our Business
Valard Construction is Canada's premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more
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Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions

Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process

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📌 Journeyperson Powerline Technician (Quebec City)
🏢 Valard Construction
📍 Quebec City