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Hydro Ottawa

Power Line Technician

Ottawa, ON, Canada
Maple Grove, QC, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 28, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

Original job description

Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

At Hydro Ottawa, we power the lives of the people in the communities we serve.

As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.

We are seeking a Power Line Technician who enjoys hands-on work with the support of a collaborative team; a problem solver who always puts safety first. Without you, we’d be in the dark.

Are you ready to make a difference in our community?

JOB SUMMARY

As a member of the Distribution Operations team, the Power Line Technician primarily constructs, maintains and operates the overhead and underground electrical sub-transmission, distribution and streetlight systems. The Power Line Technician responds quickly to all electrical emergencies, power outages and system reliability issues, must have a working knowledge of relevant trades and a broad knowledge of Hydro Ottawa’s overall electrical system. As an ambassador of the company and a front line worker, he/she must have strong interpersonal skills to interact daily with customers, contractors and other utility personnel.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential responsibilities of the job include but are not necessarily restricted to the following:

Construct, maintain and operate electrical overhead and underground sub-transmission, distribution and streetlight systems including distribution vaults.
Install, test, commission, maintain and de-commission all medium and high voltage equipment including, but not limited to insulators, conductors, transformers, regulators, re-closures, sectionalizers, capacitors, airbreak switches, circuit switches, fused cutouts, lightning arrestors, cable systems and automated distribution switches.
Install primary and secondary metering equipment.
Perform live-line work on overhead and underground systems.
Perform switching for maintenance, load distribution and construction activities, while maintaining safe limits of approach.
Bond on to energized 27kv and 44kv conductors to perform live line bare hand work.
Inspection and safe operation of various vehicle and machinery types including, but not limited to, insulated aerial devices, radial boom derricks, off-road track machines, tension machines, cranes, step vans, cube vans, flatbed trucks, service trucks, pickup trucks, forklifts and trailers.
Provide 24/7 on-call duties, based on a yearly schedule.
Respond to emergency system conditions, perform diagnosis troubleshooting, repair and replacement of equipment to ensure the safe operation and restoration of power to customers and assist first responders and to provide an electrically safe work area.
Perform specialized emergency rescue techniques such as: pole top rescue, bucket rescue, bucket evacuation and confined space rescue.
Monitor, oversee and ensure the safety of a wide variety of internal/external trades and contractors to support ongoing construction and maintenance activities.
Maintain and ensure project compliance with all internal and external safety standards and documentation, Utility Work Protection Code, Ontario Reg 22/04, Hydro Ottawa Limited Construction Verification Program, Hydro Ottawa Technical Standards, Ontario Electrical Safety Code, Ministry of Labour Notice of Projects, Ministry of Transportation Ontario Traffic Manual and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations.
Responsible for short term job planning, reviewing work packages, organizing work activities, adjusting to new developments and reporting status to supervisors.
Apply for work protection, hold work protection permits for Hydro Ottawa / contractors and perform switching orders as agents of system.
Recommend new or improved methods and techniques to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, accuracy and safety.
Analyze, read, interpret and modify system maps which include detailed as-builts.
Complete and sign-off on a variety of documents such as, trouble reports, damage to plants, truck maintenance reports, CVP and tailboards.
Train and mentor apprentices.
May be required by management to replace team leaders.
Perform other related duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Power Line Technician Program Diploma
Power Line Technician Trade Certificate from the Ontario College of Trades or equivalent, or ability to obtain.
Power Line Technician Journeyperson Red Seal Endorsement, or ability to obtain.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

English essential, both oral and written
Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset
Valid Driver’s License – Class AZ preferred, Class DZ minimum.
Government of Canada secret level security clearance

The terms and conditions of employment for this position are governed by the collective agreement between Hydro Ottawa Limited and IBEW Local 636.

Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.

Location:

Ottawa, ON

The terms and conditions of employment for this position are governed by the collective agreement between Hydro Ottawa Limited and the applicable union.

Pay Range Minimum:

$34.66

Pay Range Maximum:

$53.29

Posting End Date (if applicable):

November 27, 2026

Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

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Responsibilities

The Power Line Technician constructs, maintains, and operates overhead and underground electrical sub-transmission and distribution systems. They are responsible for responding to electrical emergencies, performing live-line work, and ensuring the safety and reliability of the power grid.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Power Line Technician Program Diploma and a Trade Certificate or Red Seal Endorsement. A valid driver's license (Class DZ minimum) and the ability to obtain a Government of Canada secret level security clearance are required.

Skills

Electrical distribution
Live-line work
Troubleshooting
Emergency response
Heavy machinery operation
Switching operations
Safety compliance
Project planning
Mentoring
Technical standards interpretation
Confined space rescue
Pole top rescue
Bucket rescue
System maintenance
Interpersonal skills

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Keywords

Power Line Technician
Electrical Distribution
Sub-transmission
Live-line work
Medium voltage
High voltage
Transformers
Switching
Aerial devices
Radial boom derricks
Utility Work Protection Code
Ontario Electrical Safety Code
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Construction
Red Seal
Apprentice training
Emergency response
Infrastructure

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