NOVA Excavating and Equipment (o/a RPM Contracting) brings decades of expertise to every project and is a trusted name in utility construction, powerline installation, repairs, and maintenance. Our team offers a wide range of high-quality services designed to keep your infrastructure running smoothly, including live line repairs, utility installations, excavation, and more.

Position Summary:

The Powerline Technician is responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground electrical transmission and distribution systems.

Key Responsibilities:

· Follow all company, client and regulatory OH&S; requirements including safe work practices and reporting unsafe conditions. Participate in job planning/tailboard and safety meetings

· Install, repair and maintain electrical distribution systems.

· Terminate underground distribution systems.

· Install, maintain and repair overhead and underground power lines and cables, insulators, conductors, lightning arrestors, switches, transformers, street lighting and other associated equipment.

· In conjunction with PLT Lead, develop and mentor apprentices by supporting job training, competency assessments, and career development and always lead by example.

· Perform live-line (hot line) maintenance, repairs, and construction on energized distribution and transmission systems using approved tools, equipment, and work methods.

· Conduct switching, isolation, and system restoration activities to support planned and unplanned outage work.

· Inspect and test power lines and cables.

· Install and maintain street lighting systems.





· Work with various types of heavy equipment including aerial booms, diggers (RDB), backhoes, trackhoes, nodwells, tension stringing equipment, and skid steers.

· Maintain and operate company vehicles and equipment responsibly.

· Maintain strict compliance with electrical safety regulations, PPE requirements, and safe work practices when working on or near energized systems.

· Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Required

· Powerline Journeyman certification recognized in Alberta

· Good physical coordination and manual dexterity. Possess strength and stamina and the use of proper lifting techniques, with the ability to lift more than 25 kilograms

· Sufficient understanding of mechanical (equipment) concepts and principles

· Good hearing and colour vision

· Possess valid driver’s license with acceptable drivers abstract

· Comfortable working at heights in varying extreme environmental conditions

· Able to work in confined spaces

· Safety certifications: Common Safety Orientation CSTS 2020 with WHMIS, First Aid, Ground Disturbance Level 1I, H2S, Fall Protection

Preferred

· Red Seal Endorsed Journeyman certification





· 3-5 years experience of overhead powerline construction

· Experienced in performing live-line (hot line) work on energized electrical distribution systems, utilizing approved techniques and specialized equipment

· Possess valid class 3 driver’s license with acceptable drivers abstract

· 2-3 years experience in leading utility crews

Work Environment:

· Working outdoors in varying environmental conditions

· Travelling to various work sites, including remote areas

· Frequent strenuous work including heavy lifting, carrying and reaching

· Climbing poles or towers

· Working from a bucket attached to an aerial lift boom

· Entering manholes and underground vaults

· Standby duties

· After hours response calls

· Other hazards associated with the trade and individual job settings

Why Join the Team?

· Top industry wages recognizing experience and expertise

· Comprehensive benefits package and RRSP package supporting employees and their families

· Opportunities for advancement

· Training and safety gear provided

· Supportive team setting

Ready to bring your skills to a team that values excellence, safety, and community?

Apply now to join NOVA RPM and contribute to projects that make a difference in both the industry and the local community.

How to Apply:

Send your resume to [email protected] or apply in person at 4802 66 St. Bonnyville, AB. Please include references and any relevant certifications.

Pay: $50.00-$63.00 per hour

Expected hours: 44.0 per week

Work Location: In person

📌 Journeyman/woman Powerline Technician (Bonnyville)
🏢 Nova Construction and Mechanical Systems
📍 Bonnyville