Job Description

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Division: Northern Development

Location: Watson Lake, YK

Salary: $5,039.20 - $5,663.20 Bi-Weekly

Relocation: Relocation assistance will not be provided to the successful candidate

Position Summary:

Always there. Anywhere. That\xe2\x80\x99s us! We are committed to delivering inspired solutions for a better world. We care about our communities, we care about each other, and we care about showing up for those who need us. We value and encourage different perspectives and we have the courage to do the right thing, even when it\xe2\x80\x99s hard.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Operations, this position is responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of the distribution system, equipment and company facilities in accordance with company standards, policies and procedures, the Electrical Protection Act and other regulatory requirements. This position is also key in the delivery of superior customer services and maintaining positive customer relations and will be expected to actively participate in setting and achieving personal and district goals.

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who cares about their work and strives for more each day. Someone who challenges the status quo, embraces change, and thrives in a collaborative work environment. If you are someone who approaches work with passion, curiosity and the courage to innovate, then this role is for you.

What You Get to Do:

• Constructs, operates, inspects and maintains overhead power lines, substation and related apparatus
• Works on energized electrical circuits, including live line processes necessary to perform work
• Performs system switching, ensuring adherence to EOS and necessary clearances/permits are obtained
• Assists in the supervision of contracted labor (construction crews, hydrovac etc.)
• Carries out maintenance and planned programs and system inspections in accordance with yearly plan and ensures proper documentation
• Assists in commissioning new construction for compliance and operating needs
• Identifies and evaluates operating problems and assists in determining long term/short term solutions. This includes the diagnosing of faults for cause
• Performs standby duties, including emergency response
• Maintains knowledge of various systems (ATCO-CIS, MS Word, Excel and Outlook)
• Adheres to applicable safety and environmental standards, & regulations
• Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions
• Operates and maintains company vehicles and equipment
• Participates in safety meetings, helping to identify and resolve issues in a constructive manner
• Provides daily work plans and competes job safety analysis
• Exercises good environmental practices
• Assists in incident investigations (public and internal) as required
• Establishes personal developmental objectives
• Undertakes a temporary assignment to a higher classification or position if requested
• May lead, coach and mentor apprentices and co-workers, as is required

Qualifications:

• High school Diploma required
• A valid Alberta Journeyperson Powerline Technician Certificate and/or Interprovincial Red Seal certificate required
• Minimum 3 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience as a Journeyperson Power Lineman
• Valid Class 5 vehicle operator\xe2\x80\x99s license; willingness and ability to obtain Class 1 Operator\xe2\x80\x99s license
• Valid First Aid certification required
• Valid WHMIS Certificate preferred
• Distribution operations, construction and maintenance knowledge and skills
• Safe work and job planning skills and strong initiative to successfully complete personal and team projects
• Previous experience operating a Digger is an asset
• Previous standby and troubleshooting experience is an asset
• Experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel and Word) is an asset
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent customer relations skills
• Effective coaching skills
• Excellent interpersonal, team participation, and communication (written and verbal) skills
• Excellent organization and planning skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

The successful candidate will be expected to reside in the location\xe2\x80\x99s designated area and provide after-hours coverage. (Please refer to Policy G80 for full details). This position may require the candidate to work away from home base.

Watson Lake is a designated community and a comprehensive northern benefit package will be provided, including;

• An additional 5% of base salary (northern allowance)
• An additional $600 a month (northern allowance)
• An additional $4000 annually (location allowance)
• Additional 5 days\xe2\x80\x99 vacation for North of 60 positions
• Rent free company housing with subsidized heating (waste heat from the plant) \xe2\x80\x93 taxable benefit

We would like to thank everyone for their application; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

ATCO Electric Yukon is part of ATCO Ltd. ATCO delivers inspired solutions for a better world. We are a diversified global corporation with investments in the essential services of Structures & Logistics, Utilities, Energy Infrastructure, Retail Energy, Transportation and Commercial Real Estate. Learn more about how we build communities, energize industries and deliver customer-focused solutions like no other company in the world at . ATCO is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Visit our website for more information.

This position is administered under the ATCO Electric and Canadian Energy Workers Association Collective Agreement, Job Posting Provisions.

Issued: March 7, 2023

Application Deadline: March 21, 2023

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