Power Cable Technician
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Arctic Arrow is a Canadian-owned powerline contractor specializing in transmission, distribution, and underground utilities work across Western Canada. With operations throughout British Columbia and Alberta, we are committed to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Power Cable Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of distribution and transmission cable systems. Working under the direction of the Foreman, this role requires hands-on technical expertise in splicing, terminating, and repairing high-voltage cables, combined with a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and adherence to industry standards.
This position is based out of our Surrey Operational Centre.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build, maintain, and repair underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems.
- Splice overhead, underground, or submarine multi-conductor cables for electric power or telecommunications systems.
- Interpret notes, drawings, and documentation to ensure materials are assembled and used correctly.
- Routinely apply standards and regulations related to safe work practices, overhead distribution, high and low voltage applications, stringing procedures, line clearing, and underground cable installations.
- Interpret construction drawings to determine the physical layout of work environments.
- Operate a range of vehicles and equipment including mobile cranes, reel tensioners and pullers, and trenchers, along with various hand, power, electrical testing, and hot line tools.
- Assess tool and equipment requirements based on job specifications.
- Work in confined spaces such as trenches and vaults; the role involves sustained physical activity including standing, bending, crawling, crouching, stooping, heavy lifting, climbing, pulling cables, and reaching.
- Identify and assess hazards, including proper location of underground infrastructure.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment while following correct cable preparation and splicing techniques.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Proficiency working with PILC cable, splices, and terminations
- Willingness and ability to travel on an as-needed basis
- Ability to pass a "Show Me" test with the governing utility
- Capable of leading a team, working collaboratively, or operating independently
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English
QUALIFICATIONS & BACKGROUND
- Journeyman certification or trade qualification from a recognized apprenticeship program or cable manufacturer (or ability to obtain)
- Experience working with voltages from 12kV to 230kV
- Minimum 1–10 years of relevant industry experience
- Class 3 Driver's License or higher with a clean abstract is preferred.
- Ability to obtain certifications in Confined Space Entry, WHMIS, and Asbestos awareness
Compensation is in accordance with IBEW 258 union rates.
Applicants from all provinces are welcome to apply.
Please note that due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Arctic Arrow team.
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