Pre apprentice powerline technician
City of Saskatoon’s Department of Saskatoon Light and Power is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Pre apprentice power line technician. City of Saskatoon’s Department of Saskatoon Light and Power delivers essential electrical services to residents and businesses. It offer power distribution and streetlight maintenance, ensuring reliability and sustainability. It provide power distribution and streetlight maintenance. Positioned as a leader in municipal utilities, it drives progress and resilience in Saskatoon’s energy landscape. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Saskatoon
Department: Saskatoon Light and Power
Division: Utilities and Environment
Position: Pre apprentice powerline technician
No of Vacancies: 2
Salary: $27.66 hourly
Employment Type: Temporary/Full Time (12 months)
Labour Group: IBEW 319
Location: 222 3rd Ave N, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0J5, Canada
Shift: 37.33 hour/week
Reference Number: 3207
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of grade 12 education including Physics 30 and one of the following Foundations of Mathematics 30
Experience: Candidates should have considerable experience in the relevant field
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have completed either Workplace & Apprentice 30 or Pre-Calculus 30 (or equivalent courses) to demonstrate a strong foundation in mathematics
- The candidates should have successfully completed the Saskatoon Light & Power Pre-Apprenticeship Skills & Physical Assessment
- The candidates should possess or be willing to attain certifications in First Aid, CPR, WHMIS, and confined space safety provided by the employer
- The candidates should hold a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- The candidates should provide a current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to learn safe operation and inspections of equipment and vehicles, including bucket trucks, digger-derricks, cranes, chippers, trailers, etc., ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulations
- The candidates should be able to learn the safe use and care of tools and materials, including hand tools, power tools, and personal protective equipment, to maintain a safe work environment
- The candidates should be able to learn to select proper tools, materials, and equipment as required by the trades for project work, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in completing tasks
- The candidates should be able to assist trades with keeping trucks stocked with equipment and materials, ensuring readiness for project tasks
- The candidates should be able to assist with various tasks such as digging holes, erecting poles, setting transformers and pedestals, and assembling and installing line material on underground and overhead systems, under the guidance of experienced tradespersons
- The candidates should be able to assist with stringing guy wires and laying cables, as well as stringing conductors, as part of construction and maintenance activities and to assist with dismantling material for salvage, contributing to resource efficiency and waste reduction efforts
- The candidates should be able to support and promote the health and safety of employees and the general public by adhering to relevant regulations and standards, including the Saskatchewan Employment Act, Saskatchewan Health Regulations and Standards, Occupational Health & Safety Regulations, and the City of Saskatoon’s administrative Occupational Health & Safety policies and departmental procedures
- The candidates should be able to maintain and monitor programs that affect public and employee health and safety, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards
- The candidates should be able to learn electrical fundamentals, including motors, generators, and transformers, as part of their training and development within the role
- The candidates should be able to perform other related duties as assigned, contributing to the overall functioning of the department and organization
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume and Reference Number) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!