Date Posted: April 26, 2024
Application Deadline: May 07, 2024
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Job Category:

• Industrial Trades and Technology

Job Start Date: Immediately
Job Location: On-site Position (Summerside, PEI, Canada)
Positions Available: 1
Salary: $46.62/hour with Red Seal (Apprentice wage levels: 70% with block 2, 80% block with 3, 90% block with 4)
Hours Per Week: 40

Job Description

The City of Summerside Electric Utility is seeking to hire a Journeyman Lineman. The City of Summerside is a growing city with our own independent electric distribution grid. We have multiple power generation facilities including diesel, wind, and solar within our own distribution power grid used throughout the city limits. As a key member of our line crew, you will assist in carrying out installation, trouble shooting, and maintenance on electrical equipment. Duties will include:

• Erecting and maintaining power lines including poles, conductors, transformers, and usual line equipment, in an efficient manner
• Working on live wires of high voltages
• Following work orders and maintaining written reports
• May be required to supervise and perform duties not directly related to line work, as directed by the supervisor or the Director of Municipal Services

Qualifications

• Must posses a valid Journeyman License for Prince Edward Island. Lineman apprenticeship block levels 2 or above is preferred.
• Must have sufficient technical knowledge to understand simple electrical work, transformer connections, single phase meter connections and the electrical circuits.
• Must hold a valid Class 3A driver’s license.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Capable of working from simple drawings and specifications.
• Be of good character, in sound physical condition, and mentally alert.
• Willing to participate in training programs as required.
• Willing to learn other job classifications within the Electrical Utility if required.
• Previous experience in supervisory roles considered an asset.
• Bilingual skills would be considered an asset.

Other

The City of Summerside offers a superior work environment, along with an attractive benefits package, including a pension plan, comprehensive medical/dental coverage, and 3 weeks of vacation to start.

How to Apply

Submit your application by email to the company contact listed below.
Documents to be included:

Cover LetterResumeReferences

Company Information

Company Name: City of Summerside

Address: 275 Fitzroy Street

City/Town: Summerside

Postal/Zip Code: C1N 1H9

Province/State: PEI

Country: Canada

Website: https://www.summerside.ca/city_governance/current_job_opportunities

Company Contact

Contact Person: Ashley Schurman

Contact Person Job Title: Ashley Schurman

Telephone: 902-432-1230

Email: jobs@summerside.ca