Transmission Distribution Line Technician

Use live-line maintenance and high-voltage expertise as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician supporting NTPC systems across the Northwest Territories.
Based in Fort Smith, this Journeyperson role supports construction, maintenance, and restoration for electrical transmission and distribution systems. You will work on 5 kV to 115 kV lines, substations, transformer banks, and related equipment. Assignments may extend across NTPC’s service areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform hot-stick work on 5 kV to 115 kV lines
Apply hot-line and live-line maintenance techniques and procedures
Construct single-phase and three-phase transmission systems
Install three-phase transformer banks and replace conductors
Assist with specialized equipment and test procedures
Requirements:
Journeyperson Power Line person certification required
Interprovincial Red Seal certification preferred
Minimum five years of directly related experience required
Knowledge of transformer, breaker, cable, and switch testing
Valid Class 3 license with air brake endorsement required
Bring high-voltage linework, transformer testing, and live-line maintenance capabilities to NTPC’s transmission and distribution operations.