Lineperson, Apprentice Jobs

Build Your Career at Aecon

Aecon is proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of this generation. From the roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to the communication networks that link us from coast-to-coast, and the water infrastructure that supplies our businesses and homes. Our integral work includes constructing the pipelines that join provinces with the energy that fuels the nation, and the airports and ports that connect us all. Aecon is there, safely and sustainably building the future.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity , expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always searching the globe for exceptional candidates to join the Aecon family and be a part of our forward-thinking, innovative, best-in-class organization!

What Is The Opportunity?

Faster.Smarter.Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Lineperson to help us get there!

What You Will Do Here

• Availability to travel and work on projects across Canada an asset
• Safe operation of heavy and tracked equipment including Radial Arm Diggers, Line Trucks, Cranes, and all terrain equipment as required
• Assist and work with experienced Journeypersons in job safety planning and work execution.
• Provide support to client demands which could include emergency calls and planned overtime
• Operate and maintain such hand tools as may be required for the job including blocks, grips, jacks, hot line tools and cover up, etc.
• Be a positive team member through open communication and active participation in crew tasks.
• Able to travel and work out of town in Ontario as required.
• Perform line Construction, Troubleshooting and maintenance in a safe efficient manner utilizing de-energized, live line hot stick or live line barehand techniques on voltages up to and including 44KV
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.
• Respond to unscheduled outages as the result of weather, component failures, vehicular accidents, etc.
• Maintain personal and group safety at all times, and exercise appropriate caution when working with tension for rigging, on or close to energized equipment
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required

What You Bring To The Team

• Thorough knowledge of Provincial Electrical Utilities Regulations and provincial specific Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, and Codes an asset
• Ability to climb towers and poles, work at heights, and work in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
• Valid Driver’s License G and reliable transportation along with DZ.
• Be a champion of safety, inclusion and diversity
• Strong interpersonal, team participation and communication skills
• Utility experience constructing, installing, and maintaining overhead, underground, transmission, and distribution systems.
• Experience with UWPC will be an advantage
• Self-starter with the ability to work in a team environment or independently with supervision
• De monstrated ability effectively work with a desire to provide excellent customer service
• Power Lineperson Apprenticeship and Trade Certificate

Aecon fosters diversity , inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations. If you require accommodation under the ACA Act during any step of the application process please click here.