K-Line Maintenance & Construction
We are currently looking for a Foreperson to join our Distribution team based out of Kindersley and Swift Current, Saskatchewan
The Foreperson is responsible to oversee the day-to-day activities of a Powerline crew and works to ensure customers receive the right delivery of products and services with the utmost consideration for safety.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day-to-day activities of the crew ensuring safety is a top priority
- Oversee the installation, repair, troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical distribution systems including overhead power lines and cables, insulators, conductors, switches, transformers and other associated equipment
- Interpret construction drawings and process specifications while staying updated on job and project targets.
- Frequently liaison and communicate with the Operations Division and related divisions
- Respond to unscheduled outages as the result of weather, component failures, etc.
- Perform technical inspections on electrical equipment and maintain assigned equipment in safe and operable condition
- Attend training sessions on safety, education, line construction, vehicle operation, meter testing and related topics
- Provide leadership to junior crew members and apprentices and regularly conduct performance reviews
- Investigate and resolve customer complaints, issues, and problems, and coordinate with others, internally and externally, as needed to ensure customer satisfaction
Qualifications and Requirements
- Interprovincial Red Seal Powerline Technician Certificate is required
- Minimum One (1) years’ experience as a Certified Powerline Technician
- Demonstrated ability to lead and effectively work with a team and mentor apprentices
- Ability to analyze electrical systems and select a safe course of action
- Knowledge of approved methods, materials and tools used in line construction and maintenance work
- Strong knowledge of the Provincial Electrical Utilities Regulations and the Occupation Health & Safety Act, Regulations and Codes
- Valid Class 1 driver’s license
- Good mental concentration to work with high voltage equipment
- Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent is required