Elexicon Energy is the fourth-largest municipally owned electricity distributor in Ontario. Our mission is to provide our customers with reliable, affordable energy services and to continuously improve to meet their needs, while ensuring the needs of our shareholders are met through sustainable growth.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
At Elexicon Energy we believe in living and leading our values through our daily actions. Our people are passionate about what they do and are engaged in day-to-day operations, projects and initiatives to support Our Why of empowering the communities we serve and helping customers create the possibilities that energize their future. This is an exciting time to join our growing team as we develop the strategies and plans to support a new brand and vision for customer centricity and operational excellence!
This position is a working supervisor position responsible for performing Linesperson duties, plus supervise crew members on a continuing basis to carry out a given work program under the District Supervisor, while holding safety, quality, and quantity of work as a priority to maintain a high level of system reliability and customer service.
The successful candidate may be required to report to other work centres. The incumbent is expected to behave ethically and follow the established code of business conduct, policies and internal control procedures, laws and regulations governing Elexicon Energy Inc. Perform all aspects of the Powerline Technician job document, plus:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•Co-ordinate and supervise the job site activities of the crew for the most efficient job completion with attention to safety, performance, productivity, and customer service expectations for all line operations work including emergency response, reactive maintenance, planned projects and customer connections.
•Develop and maintain a positive interest in incident free performance and ensure a safe work environment. Assess risks and identify hazards within job sites. Communicate with crew members for input through tailboard discussions. Incorporate application of rules, procedures, corporate policies and safe work practices into daily work to include effective barriers and controls as mitigation. Helps to resolve substandard acts, conditions, and crew member concerns.
•Understand and keep within safe limitations of tools, equipment and materials used and must understand all work associated techniques and practices. Ensure crew members apply training as required. Recommend modifications of work methods to improve safety and performance.
•Plan work issued by the District Supervisor; verify materials, tools, equipment, and PPE to be employed for the jobs and tasks. Review construction prints and standards with all crew members. Ensure job plans are followed as required and any changes to plan are recognized, communicated, and documented forthwith.
•Acquire locates, collaborate with technicians, and communicate with contractors and other stakeholders that will be involved with the project(s).
•Schedule, monitor and administer the specific work projects during construction and energization stages ensuring safety, timeliness, cost, and quality targets are achieved. As well as compliance with regulation 22/04
•Provide progress reports to the supervisor and advise on applicable methods or solutions to mitigate performance and productivity issues.
•Determine access to site, traffic conditions and outage requirements including application for holding work protection as per the UWPC.
•Complete work with efficient productivity without assuming additional risks or short cuts, as designed, and engineered. Identify the need for any specialized equipment.
•Ensure the quality of workmanship and materials used by crew members maintains the standards of safety, productivity, quality, and reliability to meet departmental and customer service expectations. Address concerns and escalate to the supervisor for review and support.
•Encourage crew mentoring, morale, and constructive feedback to enhance skill development and positive interpersonal behaviors. Be able to demonstrate work applications, provide instruction, assign work according to worker capabilities and training level and assess performance.
•Abide by applicable corporate policies, department direction and collective agreement language related to local and basic work conditions.
•Other duties as required may be considered part of these responsibilities.
KEY SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
•Strong leadership skills; possess a sense of mission with a high priority for safety and results; displays professional ethics; understands and utilizes the actions and behaviors necessary to deliver customer service.
•Acts resourcefully and communicates effectively to empower and encourage crew members in their decisions, performance, and development.
•Demonstrated solid overhead/underground maintenance and construction experience in distribution systems using key organization, communication and troubleshooting skills.
•Excellent knowledge of safety rules, operating procedures, and safe work practices.
•Proficient with various computer systems/applications including Microsoft Office applications and general office automation tools.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
•High School diploma or equivalent
•Journeyperson Lineperson / Powerline Technician Certification (Red Seal certification is preferred)
•Minimum 5 years’ of proven experience in the Linesperson trade.
•Class DZ driver’s license (AZ preferred)
•Demonstrated training certification and/or knowledge and understanding of the following:
•CPR/First Aid Certification
•Utility Work Protection Code Certification
•Overhead and Underground Proficiency
•Live line tool and rubber glove techniques
•Construction Verification Program
•Elexicon’s Construction Standards
•Optional certifications that may be applicable:
•Lift Truck Certification
•Boat Safety - Boat Operators License
•Helicopter Safety course
•Supervisor Health and Safety Awareness
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:
Elexicon Energy embraces and celebrates our collective diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace built on respect, support and collaboration.
Elexicon Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and supportive workplace which truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome all individuals to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, Indigenous/Métis status, or other legally protected status.
In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation is available upon request at any point during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation please email us at HR@elexiconenergy.com and we will work to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered will be contacted.
Ajax, ON
full_time
