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Highlights of the job

We are hiring up to two (2) full-time permanent Cableman and one (1) full-time temporary Cableman positions (for up to 11 months) working out of the Hugh J. Bolton Service Centre in Edmonton, AB.

As a Cableman (or Power Lineman Technician as known in industry), you are accountable for the day-to-day coordination and asset installation, maintenance and repair of Electricity Operations’ underground system. This includes proactively supporting a safe work environment and ensuring employee and public safety is paramount by making front line quality control and safety supervision a priority in all daily activities.

This opportunity is open to internal and external candidates.

What you’d be responsible for

• Coordinating and completing asset installations, maintenance and repairs of underground power cables, transformers, cubicles, and secondary network installations which include:
  • Setting up and organizing OSCAM permits, detours and barricading.
  • De-energizing, isolating, grounding, testing and re-energizing portions of the system including requesting switching orders and grid access.
  • Completing cable testing (VLF, hipot, megger testing), splicing and terminating XLPE, EPR and / or PILC cables, switching on energized electrical apparatus and system. automation components up to 25 kV, distribution & network.
  • Arranging customer outages requests or by delivering notices when no complex customer plan is required.
  • Terminating and splicing primary and secondary cables and completing hot work on secondary cables.
  • Terminating live front and dead front equipment.
  • Fault location.
  • Coordinating and assisting other non-trades crews or contractors with tasks such as materials support, cable pulling, civil, etc.
  • Acting as the Employee in Charge (with other non-trades employees onsite). Promote safe and organized work sites.
  • Inspecting work completed by contractors.
  • Entering and working in confined spaces, such as vaults and manholes, and acting as the permit receiver for confined spaces.
  • Writing up completed work orders, splice sheets, supplying accurate as-built information and other required documentation such as truck time and timecards, in a timely manner.
  • Providing Guarantee of Isolation (GOIs) or Construction Clearance forms to single customers for demolitions or construction.
• Contributing to an inclusive and positive team environment by providing ongoing training, coaching and mentoring to apprentices, new hires and drivers, ensuring site roles and responsibilities are clearly explained and understood, and by treating fellow coworkers and customers with respect.
• Ensuring the safety of others and work sites by completing thorough Safe Work Plans and discussions, which identify and mitigate onsite hazards and ensure compliance with procedures and policies.
• Acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) by providing technical input and feedback to other areas on work order packages, designs, procedures and standards.
• Maintaining truck stock, completing tool checks and equipment inspections and documenting work.
• Managing costs at the work order level by displaying sound time management skills and ensuring efficient use of personnel at the worksite.
• Requesting switching orders and ensuring switching is carried out safely within prescribed safety rules, procedures and work practices. Contacting customers impacted by switching orders to arrange outages.
• Assisting in the development and revision of new and existing work practices, policies and procedures.
• Assisting coworkers and the Foreman in resolving problems and providing coaching on task completion.

What’s required to be successful

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent level of secondary education
• Journeyman Power Lineman certification
• Experience as a Power Lineman Technician with a broad base of knowledge in underground operations with at least 3 years directly related experience at a Journeyman level.
• Experience in overhead operations including 25kv rubber glove may be considered an asset
• Ability to read technical drawings and schematics (hard copy and electronic).
• Knowledge of related switchgear, cables, testing methods, automation components and specialized equipment.
• As a personal respirator is required for some job functions in the Underground area, a clean shaven appearance must be maintained.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, policies and procedures, OH&S, Can/ULC, etc.
• Strong project planning and decision making skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot, reduce customer impacts and work without engineering designs during emergency work.
• Ability to successfully complete EPCOR’s switching school to fulfill role requirements.
• Alberta Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
  • Limited to 6 demerits or less at date of hire (prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file).
  • A Driver Abstract (5 year commercial type) will be required.

• Ability to withstand strenuous physical activity inherent to the work performed, as well as to function effectively outside under a variety of weather conditions and through all seasons. 
  • Please note that due to the nature of this position you will be required to wear a ½ mask respirator for extended periods on a daily basis.

Additionally, you have the ability to handle new or emergency situations in a logical and reasoned manner. You are a team player who is professional, detail oriented, has highly developed judgment and possesses problem-solving skills. You use your written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with others. You understand that health, safety and environment are integral to EPCOR's work, and strive to maintain a zero-injury organizational culture. As such, you possess a high level of safety awareness and demonstrate safe work practices at all times.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: IBEW

Class: 8138

Wage: Starting at $57.79 per hour; Current job rate: $62.33 per hour. Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and is subject to change based on the ratification of the new Collective Agreement.

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

Application deadline: October 14, 2024

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Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.
• Prior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.