Proudly awarded Platinum Standard in 2021 as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, K-Line continues its quest to be the premier Canadian owned utilities solutions company. At K-Line, our core values of Safety, Quality, Integrity, Operational Excellence and Customer Satisfaction are the foundation of everything we do. We are a premier high voltage electrical contractor, that provides exceptional value to our utility and related partners through an unwavering commitment to these K-Line values. We currently have the following opportunity available out of Swift Current, Saskatchewan.
Department: Distribution

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Interprovincial Red Seal Powerline Technician Certificate is required
• Minimum One (1) years’ experience as a Certified Powerline Technician
• Demonstrated ability to lead and effectively work with a team and mentor apprentices
• Ability to analyze electrical systems and select a safe course of action
• Knowledge of approved methods, materials and tools used in line construction and maintenance work
• Strong knowledge of the Provincial Electrical Utilities Regulations and the Occupation Health & Safety Act, Regulations and Codes
• Valid Class 1 driver’s license
• Good mental concentration to work with high voltage equipment
• Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent is required

• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the crew ensuring safety is a top priority
• Oversee the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical distribution systems including overhead power lines and cables, insulators, conductors, switches, transformers and other associated equipment
• Interpret construction drawings and process specifications while staying updated on job and project targets.
• Frequently liaison and communicate with the Operations Division and related divisions
• Respond to unscheduled outages as the result of weather, component failures, etc.
• Perform technical inspections on electrical equipment and maintain assigned equipment in safe and operable condition
• Attend training sessions on safety, education, line construction, vehicle operation, meter testing and related topics
• Provide leadership to junior crew members and apprentices and regularly conduct performance reviews
• Investigate and resolve customer complaints, issues, and problems, and coordinate with others, internally and externally, as needed to ensure customer satisfaction