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Power Systems Working Foreman/Leadhand
City of Calgary —Calgary, AB
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- In-person
- Communication skills
Power Systems Journeyperson
City of Calgary —Calgary, AB
- $66 an hour
- Temporary
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- Construction
- Communication skills
Traction Power Construction Lead
AtkinsRéalis —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Electrical Engineering
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Senior Product Designer, Web Experience & Design Systems
Neo Financial —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
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Systems Engineering Manager
AtkinsRéalis —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
Senior Systems Interface / Integration Specialist
WSP —Calgary, AB
- $103,500–$151,800 a year
- Bachelor's
Systems Manager - Calgary Green Line
AtkinsRéalis —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's
Senior Signaling and Communications Engineer
AtkinsRéalis —Calgary, AB
- $125,000–$171,900 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
Overhead Contact System Senior Engineer
Hatch —Calgary, AB
- AutoCAD
- Engineering
- Master's degree
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VP Product, Customer Growth & Experience
Neo Financial —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Product management
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
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Reliability, Availability, Maintainability, Safety (RAMS) Lead, Rail & Transit
WSP —Calgary, AB
- $148,000–$212,200 a year
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Continuous improvement
Senior/Lead Product Manager, Banking
Neo Financial —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- APIs
- Communication skills
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
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Overhead Catenary System Construction Lead
AtkinsRéalis —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Construction
Construction Manager
AtkinsRéalis —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Bachelor's
- Construction
Senior Human Factors Specialist
AtkinsRéalis —Calgary, AB
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Presentation skills
- Bachelor's
- Dental care
- Life insurance

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Power Systems Working Foreman/Leadhand

City of Calgary -
Calgary, AB

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Job details

Full-time
$69.29 an hour

Qualifications

Air Brake Endorsement
Class 5 Licence
Communication skills
Class 3 Licence

Full job description

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

Reporting to the Power Systems Coordinator, the Power Systems Working Foreman Leadhand will be responsible for leading daily Power Systems maintenance and repairs in Light Rail Transit (LRT) substations, Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS), Distribution Network (DIS), and maintenance facilities (MSF). This position will also provide day-to-day direction activities to Power Systems staff. Primary duties include:

Oversee the maintenance of the power system equipment, plan and schedule outages, provide guidance, create and execute switching orders, provide guarantee of isolation (GOI), and perform electrical and function testing, communication testing, SCADA status, and control testing.
Create and fill out maintenance and test reports. Inform management of any immediate and long-term maintenance issues.
Respond to LRT callouts related to the Power System.
Work with Calgary Transit (CT) Operations Teams, and Electric Utility Company Teams to isolate Power System under emergency conditions and communicate status of outages.
Assess the cause of the trouble callout and determine if the system can be returned to service or if repair is required.
Perform any repairs needed to safely return the system to normal operation.
Support and coordinate with other Power System Crews during outages.
Safely return the Power System to the LRT System allowing CT to return to normal operations.
Lead and perform safety tailboards prior to starting work on site.
Plan maintenance tasks, trouble call responses, and special projects to be completed on a daily and weekly basis for the crew.
Create and record maintenance activities and trouble responses.
Train and provide direction to Power Systems staff including safety of onsite crew.
Coordinate crew activities with CT Operations Teams, Electric Utility Company Teams, CT Engineering Teams, Contractors, Consultants, outside parties, or other departments. Coordinate efforts with external parties including escorting these parties.

Qualifications

A Journeyperson Power System Electrician (PSE) or Journeyperson Power Line Technician (PLT).
At least 5 years of experience as a:
- PSE and/or Technologist with a preference in traction power substations; OR
- PSE and/or Technologist in a utility substation operation and maintenance; OR
- PLT with a preference in LRT catenary operation, maintenance, or construction; OR
- PLT in utility overhead lines operation, maintenance, or construction.
A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalency) with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
Have or the ability to obtain a valid Class 3 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) with an air brake endorsement (Q) to be completed within three months of hire.
Ability to obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work well in a team while working independently.

Working Conditions: Outdoor environment in all types of weather (heat, cold, snow, rain, etc.), walking more than 5 kilometres per shift on rough and uneven ballast, climbing, lifting, physical activity and exposure to noise, dirt, gases and active LRT environments.

Pre-employment Requirements

Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.

Position and Pay Information

Business Unit: Calgary Transit
Union: IBEW Local 254
Position Type: 2 Permanent
Compensation: $69.29 per hour
Hours of work: Non-Standard 40 hour work week.
Days of work: This position typically works a 5-day work week with a requiement to routinely work on evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
Location: Various
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: June 10, 2026
Job ID: 314480

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