We are currently seeking a Journeyperson Powerline Technician (PLT) to join our growing team. Reporting to the Foreman, the PLT is responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground electrical power systems for transmission and/or distribution.

This is a hands-on leadership role where your technical ability, mentoring capacity, and commitment to safety will directly support our operations and team culture.

Responsibilities:

• Erect and maintain steel, wood, or concrete poles, towers, and guy wires
• Install, maintain, and repair overhead and underground power lines, insulators, conductors, transformers, switches, and associated equipment
• Perform conductor stringing, sagging, clipping, and dead-ending (energized and de-energized)
• Execute advanced system switching tasks, including reclosers and loop feeds
• Perform UG (underground) cable testing, terminations, and equipment installation
• Splice, solder, and insulate conductors for network connections
• Operate aerial devices and climb structures safely and efficiently
• Model safe work practices and ensure crew adherence to Valard's HSE policies
• Mentor apprentices and junior personnel in tasks, safety protocols, and equipment use
• Conduct and review tailboards, FLHA, and daily safety checklists
• Proficiently carries out advanced live line work procedures and teaches basic live line procedures to apprentices work aloft
• Report incidents, hazards, and environmental concerns promptly
• Lead or assist with job hazard assessments, fall protection plans, and critical lift plans
• Maintain a clean and hazard-free worksite
• Ensure proper documentation of safety forms, inspections, and procedural compliance
• Uphold environmental stewardship standards in all site activities
• Submit daily documentation and reports in a timely manner

Requirements

• Journeyperson Powerline Technician certification
• 6 years of experience in the utility or electrical construction sector
• Valid Class 5 or 3 driver's license; preference for Class 1 with air brake endorsement
• Proven experience leading crews and training apprentices
• Demonstrated experience in energized work, system switching, and UG installations
• Experience supervising and mentoring apprentices
• Strong understanding of construction and maintenance practices for transmission and distribution systems
• Proficiency in reading construction prints and electrical schematics

Benefits

Valard Construction LP is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse workforce. We offer a competitive salary and a complete range of employee benefits.

Please forward resume and cover letter by applying directly to this job posting.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' skills and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.