Apprentice Powerline Technician

SIOUX LOOKOUT HYDRO INC.

APPRENTICE POWERLINE TECHNICIAN

POSITION TITLE:

Powerline Technician Apprentice

GENERAL SUPERVISOR:

Line Supervisor

EMPLOYEE GROUP:

Power Workers’ Union (PWU)

LAST REVISED:

December 2025

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Powerline Technician Apprentice (“the Apprentice”) reports to the Line Supervisor and receives technical direction and on-site supervision from the Working Foreman and line crew. The Apprentice trains and assists in all work related to the construction, operation, and maintenance of Sioux Lookout Hydro’s 25 kV electrical distribution system.

The Apprentice must enroll in and complete the MEARIE 4-year Powerline Technician Apprenticeship Program, which includes both on-the-job training and scheduled off-site training.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Construction, rebuilding, and upgrades of overhead distribution lines

- Underground distribution construction, conversions, and improvements

- Performing live line work under supervision

- Emergency response, troubleshooting, and restoration for overhead & underground systems

- Customer service connections and disconnections

- Installation and maintenance of metering equipment

- Vegetation management and tree clearing

- Installing and repairing street lighting and traffic control equipment

- Safe operation of utility vehicles and equipment

- Material handling and assisting with truck inventory

- Participation in standby, on-call, overtime, and emergency response work

- Following IHSA Safety Rules, Utility Work Protection Code, and OHSA requirements

- Asset inspections, and other duties as required

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum 18 years of age

- Secondary School Diploma

- Post-secondary training or education in electrical, mechanical, powerline, or related technical fields is considered a strong asset

- Comfortable working at heights over 50 feet

- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude

- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

- Demonstrated commitment to safety

- Must be deemed “competent” under OHSA

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

- Completion of MEARIE 4-year apprenticeship

- Must meet physical requirements

- Criminal background check and medical evaluation

- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions on a 25 kV system

- Standby rotation, on-call, overtime, and emergency response participation

- Respond within 30 minutes during on-call duty

- Valid G licence and ability to obtain/maintain DZ licence

- Maintain First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, Working at Heights, UWPC, Chainsaw certifications

- Comply with corporate policies and safety regulations

- Participate in ongoing training and development

HOW TO APPLY:

Applicants must submit a Cover Letter, Résumé, and References outlining relevant experience, training, and qualifications.

Please submit applications to:

Anthony Zarecki, Interim CEO

Sioux Lookout Hydro Inc.

25 Fifth Avenue

PO Box 908

Sioux Lookout, ON

P8T 1B3

Email: azarecki@siouxlookouthydro.com

Posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person