Powerline Technician or Apprentice

Powerline Technician or Apprentice

Ottawa River Power Corporation (ORPC) is proud to be your locally owned and operated electrical distributor. We provide a reliable source of electricity and a dependable presence in the communities in which we operate.

We are recruiting a highly motivated Journeyperson Powerline Technician or Powerline Technician Apprentice. This is a full-time position. The successful candidate will have proven technical skills focusing on maintaining and installing electrical distribution systems and services. The goal is to drive success in all areas that the department covers through ability and teamwork.

Responsibilities:

• Live line work on the distribution system
• Install and maintain poles, transformers, high voltage wire, cable and distribution system assets
• Service upgrades for residential and commercial connections
• Perform work in accordance with all relevant legislation, safety regulations and other requirements
• Streetlight maintenance and installation
• Maintain residency within a 35-minute travel time (including inclement weather) to ORPC operations centre in Pembroke
• Use various pieces of test equipment and power tools
• Assist other departments with scheduled and emergency work
• Work standby duty on a designated schedule
• Manage ESA permits and locate requirements
• Manage inventory
• Service and troubleshoot electrical-related issues
• Ensure all work meets ESA and internal requirements
• Complete paperwork for job planning, tailboards, timesheets, traffic planning, etc.
• Required professional development and safety training

• Grade 12 diploma from a recognized secondary school Institution
• A fully certified Powerline Technician Journeyperson or currently registered as an apprentice
• Possess and maintain a valid Class DZ driver’s license
• A history of safe work practices
• Exemplary understanding of the electrical power distribution system and regulatory standards
• Knowledge of ESA regulations, Electrical Safety Authority Regulation 22/04, Utility Work Protection Code, Electrical Code, Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation
• Certifications in WHMIS, CPR, and First Aid
• Read and interpret distribution system construction drawings and supporting documents
• Thoroughly familiar with equipment, standards and practices, applicable to this type of work
• Physically fit and able to perform the essential duties of the classification in all weather conditions
• Able to lift various types and weights of equipment, climb poles with spurs, be in confined spaces, operate specific aerial devices and have bucket truck construction experience
• Able to work after standard hours and on-call rotation as well as travel for training and work-related purposes
• Complies with all safety guidelines with high regard for personal and public safety
• Criminal record check and driver’s abstract

Assets:

• Graduation from a recognized post-secondary powerline maintainer program
• Demonstrated proficiency in a Windows PC environment, associated desktop software applications, Auto-CAD, MS Office, and Scada systems

Closing: March 13, 2026 at 3:30pm.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter and resume via email with “Journeyperson Powerline Technician” in the subject line. 

Individuals who choose to be part of Ottawa River Power are offered opportunities to explore their career path development, be involved with charitable events that support the communities we serve as well as a comprehensive employee benefits package. This is a unionized position, with terms and conditions governed by the collective agreement.

Ottawa River Power Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  No telephone calls please. Personal information submitted will be used for the sole purpose of this competition.  It is collected and will be used in accordance with The Municipal Freedom of information and Protection of Privacy Act for employment purposes.