Osmose Utilities Services -
5 emplois
Regina , SK
Job Summary
This position is a short term project; June-August (Potential to have a short extension)
Duties:
In general, powerline technicians: Operate heavy equipment including ariel booms, diggers, backhoes, track hoe, skid steers and tension stringing equipment.
- Mount and secure upgrading trusses at heights from bucket using air and hydraulic tools.
- Re secure and move underground facilities on pole and preform work in and around underground facilities.
- Detach and re attach communication cables to allow for work to be performed.
Working Conditions:
Work outdoors and travel to various work sites so travelling often is part of the workday. Periods away from home base.
- The work may be strenuous and require carrying, reaching, and frequent lifting of over 25 kilograms. Getting to power lines requires climbing poles or towers, working from a bucket attached to an aerial lift boom, or entering confined spaces such as manholes and underground vaults.
- Standard 50-hour week is normal, possible variances due to need per location.
- Power lines may be de-energized and grounded, or they may remain energized while power linemen are working.
Skills & Qualifications:
- Red seal certification
- Familiarity with communications services
- Class 1 Drivers Licenses
- Strength and stamina
- Coordination and manual dexterity
- Mechanical aptitude
- Comfort with heights
- The ability to work in a team
- Adaptability to changing tasks and locations