HVDC Field Technologist

Overview

Job Level: FT5

Date Posted: January 30, 2026

Closing Date: March 1, 2026

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Category: Internal/External Opportunities

Location: Crossings Site (Calgary Area)

Powering a bright future starts with you! At Alta Link, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day.

We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at Alta Link can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.

What we do We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you re on our team, you re supporting Alberta s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every Alta Linker contributes to keeping the lights on.

We are hiring an HVDC Field Technologist to join our field office.

This position reports to the Manager, HVDC.

• Ensure the safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation of Alta Link's HVDC assets
• Perform ongoing routine maintenance and troubleshooting on HVDC equipment/systems (Protection and control systems relays, PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, etc.; primary equipment transformers, breakers, filters, valves)
• Perform preventative, corrective and emergency maintenance on numerous auxiliary systems (motor controls, switch gear, valve cooling systems, auxiliary power system, etc.)
• Perform inspections and condition monitoring on converter station facilities and equipment
• Participate in root cause and failure mode investigations on abnormal equipment operations or failures
• Coordinate operations, clearances, outages and work activities with Alta Link System Control
• Center Plan and coordinate work of third-party service providers and equipment OEMs
• Execute switching and hold permissions from ACC
• Coordinate on-site activities including contractor work
• Support warranty claim process
• Manage onsite HVDC spares inventories, tools and equipment
• Update and maintain documentation for safety practices, work methods, work procedures, training manuals and emergency restoration plans
• Ensure all site documentation is kept up to date
• Maintain a competency development process to sustain HVDC technology skills
• Demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars - one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability

• Diploma in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering Technology
• Minimum 7 years electric utility experience or industrial plant experience
• Protection & Control experience/background is an asset
• Prior HVDC experience would be advantageous
• Proven ability/experience in the above noted responsibilities
• Experience in installation, testing and maintenance of P&C, SCADA, PLC and other auxiliary systems
• Experience in installation, testing and maintenance of high voltage station equipment including transformers, circuit breakers and instrument transformers
• Preference given to someone qualified as Utility disciple work leader and qualified to perform switching and receive/authorize permission to work in a substation
• Familiar with use of SAP and MS Office applications (Excel, Word etc.)
• Able to work as part of a small team with minimal supervision
• Availability for on call 24/7 coverage
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to write reports, manuals, and procedures
• Flexible with the ability to positively influence others, and develop strong internal and external relationships
• Effective interpersonal skills to interface with internal partners to achieve positive customer outcomes
• Self-driven with demonstrated initiative to create work projects
• A strong desire to learn
• Va…