The Power Line Technician will work under the supervision of the Sub Foreman and is responsible for the construction, maintenance, repair and testing of distribution, transmission, overhead and underground electrical systems.

The incumbent is required to be a Journeyman Power Line Technician/lineman with an inter-provincial red seal certificate. He/she will hold a 25 kV Rubber Glove certification, Class 3 BC Driver’s License with airbrake endorsement, Crane Certification, Level 1 First Aid and have bucket rescue and confined space training. More detailed information can be found on the City of Nelson website under employment opportunities.

Nelson Hydro maintains a close working group where collaborative problem solving and positive customer service are essential to success. In order to do this, the candidate must demonstrate their ability to work well with others and have a positive, approachable, customer care oriented attitude.

Salary and benefits are in accordance with the IBEW Local 1003 Collective Agreement. This is temporary full time opportunity commencing May 15th, 2017 or as soon after as possible.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. Please submit applications on or before May 8th, 2017 to:

Human Resources
City of Nelson
101-310 Ward Street, Nelson, BC V1L 5S4
Email: hr@nelson.ca