Cornwall, On Construction Jobs – 129 Openings This Week

Powerline Foreman
Forbes Bros. Group of Companies —Ontario
- From $60 an hour
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Construction experience
- In-person
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Health and Safety Officer
Laframboise Group —Long Sault, ON
- $28–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Profit sharing
- Disability insurance
Electrician Opportunities - Multiple Openings
Core Services Inc —Ontario
- $40–$54 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Programmable logic controllers
- Electrical experience
- Construction experience
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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12d
Signal Technician
Canadian Armed Forces —Ontario
- $4,337–$6,413 a month
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Dental care
- Paid time off
Project Coordinator/EIT
Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada —Ontario
- $32 an hour
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Communication skills
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
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12h
Welder
Patrick Mechanical Limited —Ontario
- $28–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- In-person
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1d
Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic
Drewlo Holdings —Ontario
- $45–$53 an hour
- Full-time
- Schematics
- Heavy equipment operation
- High school diploma or GED
- Dental care
- Paid time off
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Foreperson – Aerial Line Construction
Ledcor —Cornwall, ON
- $37.41–$43.66 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
General Labourer
W.H. MacSweyn Inc. —Cornwall, ON
- $20–$30 an hour
- Temporary
- Electrical experience
- Power tools
- Construction experience
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Splicing Foreperson - Telecom Construction
Ledcor —Cornwall, ON
- $37.41–$43.66 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Schematics
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
Carpenter
Ground Level Construction —Cornwall, ON
- $25–$30 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- English
- Travel
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Foreperson - Telecom Construction
Ledcor —Cornwall, ON
- $37.41–$43.66 an hour
- Full-time
- Remote
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Office
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
2d
Fence Installer
Guardian Fencing —Cornwall, ON
- $20–$27 an hour
- Temporary
- Carpentry
- Schematics
- Plumbing
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5d
Construction Project Manager
Cornwall Business Machines —Cornwall, ON
- $40 an hour
- Overtime
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Excel
- English
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Carpenters and Skilled Labourers
Dale Coleman Construction Ltd —Avonmore, ON
- $25–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- Carpentry
- Master's degree
- Construction experience
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Cornwall – Painting & Light Drywall Repairs -Independent Contractor
The Byng Group —Cornwall, ON
- Contract
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Sheet Metal Worker
Oscar Ladouceur & Sons Ltd. —Cornwall, ON
- From $35 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Carpenter/General Renovations
Ontario Hockey Academy —Cornwall, ON
- $25–$30 an hour
- Temporary
- Construction experience
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11d
Licensed Plumber
Oscar Ladouceur & Sons Ltd. —Cornwall, ON
- From $45 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Plumbing
- Power tools
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Monteur de lignes en télécommunications
WesTower Communications Ltd. —Cornwall, ON
- Overtime
- Bilingual
- Travel
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Powerline Foreman

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies -
Ontario

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
From $60 an hour

Qualifications

WHMIS Certification
First Aid Certification
Construction experience
CSTS
Driving Licence

Full job description

Powerline Foreman (Live Line Required)

Location: Various sites across Northern and Southern Ontario

Role Overview

This is a working Foreman position responsible for leading a field crew on utility construction projects, with a strong focus on transmission and distribution work.

Typically overseeing a 4-person crew, the Foreman is accountable for daily field execution, safety leadership, and quality delivery in accordance with utility standards and client expectations.

This role is suited for experienced tradespeople stepping into leadership while maintaining strong hands-on involvement in high-voltage environments.

Core Responsibilities

Daily Crew Leadership & Field Execution

Direct crew activities in alignment with work plans and daily assignments
Ensure tasks are clearly understood and executed safely and efficiently
Coordinate tools, materials, and equipment required for daily work
Address field issues and escalate as needed to maintain progress
Execute energized (Live Line) work in accordance with approved procedures and switching plans

Safety Leadership & Compliance

Conduct daily tailboards and field-level hazard assessments
Enforce PPE, permitting, and safe work practices
Lead safety discussions focused on energized hazards, minimum approach distances, and Live Line protocols
Support incident reporting, safety observations, and corrective actions
Model and reinforce a strong safety culture

Quality Assurance & Task Readiness

Ensure work meets specifications, drawings, and client requirements
Support installation checklists, material verification, and photo documentation
Identify and escalate non-conforming work
Prepare work areas for inspections and client walkdowns
Maintain compliance with utility distribution standards and energized work procedures

Time, Tools & Productivity Tracking

Track crew time and material usage; submit accurate daily reports
Monitor productivity and identify delays or inefficiencies
Ensure proper use, care, and storage of equipment and materials

Communication, Team Coordination & Leadership

Act as primary point of contact for the assigned crew
Coordinate with other field leaders on adjacent work
Participate in coordination meetings and clearly communicate direction
Support onboarding and development of junior crew members

Qualifications & Skills

5+ years of hands-on experience in utility construction or related trade work
Strong technical competency in transmission and distribution work
Live Line (energized) distribution experience required
Experience with rubber glove, hot stick, or equivalent Live Line methods (required)
Proven field leadership and problem-solving ability
Working knowledge of drawings, specifications, and safety protocols
Comfortable using digital field tools (timesheets, forms, logs)
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work in remote and active job site environments

Assets:

Supervisory training
Safety certifications (CSTS, WHMIS, First Aid)

Development Path

Foremen demonstrating strong performance in safety, execution, and crew leadership are positioned to progress into General Foreman roles, with expanded responsibility in:

Scheduling and planning
Subcontractor coordination
Quality and documentation oversight
Broader site management

Additional Information

LOA provided
Field-based role with active job site conditions

Equal Opportunity

Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices. Only candidates meeting the requirements will be contacted.

Pay: From $60.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Have you directly led a utility construction crew in the field (as a Foreman or equivalent)?
Do you have direct experience in electrical distribution construction (not just transmission or commercial work)?
Do you hold a Journeyman Powerline Technician certificate?

Work Location: In person

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