Powerline Technician Apprentice

Battle River Power Coop is a cooperative electric utility in Central Alberta supplying electricity to about 8200 rural members. We have a staff of about 63 employees engaged in all aspects of power distribution from installation to maintenance to billing, all administered from the same office near Camrose, Alberta.

Powerline Technician Apprentice

We are looking for highly motivated individual to join our team as Powerline Technician Apprentice based out of Camrose, AB. This is a permanent full time position.

General Summary:

• This is a four-year program to become a Journeyman Powerline Technician
• Schooling will be done at NAIT for 7 weeks at a time
• It is a hands on learning under the direction of a Journeyman Powerline Technician

Qualifications:

• Class 5 Driver’s License with air endorsement
• Must have team experience - developed ability to communicate with members of team and to be able to easily comprehend and follow instructions - must work well with others
• Good health, strong physique and possess good body coordination
• NAIT Requirements - Alberta High School Diploma with English 30-2, Math 30-3, Physics 30-3 or Chemistry 30 or Science 30
• NAIT Minimum Requirements - successful completion of English 20-2, Math 20-3, Science 10 or Entrance Exam

Hours of Operation: Hours of operation are generally 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, four days a week.

Salary & Benefits: Battle River Power Coop offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be based upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Applications: Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and current resume via email or to address below by Friday, February 2, 2024 at 4:00 pm or when suitable candidate is hired. We appreciate and consider all applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please submit your resume to:

Battle River Power Coop

Attention: Human Resources

Box 1420, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3

Fax: (780) 672-7969

Email: valerie.king@brpower.coop

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship

Salary: $36.68-$42.14 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Ability to Commute:

• Camrose, AB (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Camrose, AB: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person