Role
At Allteck, our values aren’t just words on a wall — they shape how we work every day. Safety comes first, always; we believe good safety is good business, and our mission is to make sure everyone goes home. We genuinely care about our people and the communities where we live and work, because we know that great work is built on looking out for one another. And when we make a commitment, we keep it — we take ownership, follow through, and earn trust through consistent actions. If that sounds like the kind of team you want to be part of, we’d like to hear from you.
Allteck is looking for Powerline Technicians (PLTs) with experience in energized transmission and distribution systems for multiple projects ongoing in Canada. The responsibilities of a Powerline Technician (PLT) vary and depend specifically on the level of responsibility assigned by Allteck.
Responsibilities
· Perform energized live-line and hot stick work on transmission and distribution systems from 25kV to 230kV across a variety of utility and industrial client sites.
· Construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems, including poles, towers, conductors, cables, insulators, transformers, switches, and protective devices on both energized and de-energized systems.
· Perform conductor stringing operations for distribution and transmission circuits, including work at elevation on poles, towers, and structures.
· Operate articulated bucket trucks, digger derricks, mobile cranes, and other line equipment; helicopter operations may be required on select projects.
· Read and apply one-line diagrams, switching orders, safe work method statements, and construction standards in compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and applicable client safety requirements.
· Travel to project sites across Western Canada, including remote locations accessed by all-terrain vehicle, watercraft, or aircraft as conditions require.
· Act as Sub-Foreman or Foreman when required, supervising crew members in accordance with IBEW Local 258 jurisdictional requirements and ensuring all work is carried out safely and efficiently.
Education, Training & Experience
· Qualified Red Seal Journeyman Powerline Technician — Inter-Provincial Certificate of Qualification
· Minimum Class 3 Driver's License with Air Brake endorsement and a clean driver's abstract
· Experience performing energized live-line and hot stick work on distribution and transmission systems (25kV–230kV)
· Experience with overhead and underground construction, stringing operations, and emergency restoration work
Skills & Abilities
· Thorough working knowledge of local regulations and applicable client-specific safety standards governing outside powerline work
· Proficiency with hot line tools and equipment used in energized live-line work
· Ability to read and apply one-line diagrams, switching orders, safe work method statements, and construction standards across a variety of utility and industrial clients
· Sound judgment when working on or near energized systems — you know when to stop and ask
· Valid clearance from IBEW Local 258 prior to commencing work
· Ability to work independently in remote locations and as part of a crew, including extended hours and emergency call-outs
Pay: $62.48 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Work Location: In person
