Red Seal Powerline Technician (Journeyperson/Subforeperson/Foreperson) – Ontario

About the role

Hydro One Networks Inc. is seeking Red Seal‑qualified Powerline Technicians to support transmission projects across Eastern and Central Ontario. Positions are available for Journeypersons, Sub‑Forepersons and Forepersons on a 12‑month fixed‑term basis, with the possibility of extension.

Key responsibilities

• Construct, maintain and refurbish transmission lines of the Bulk Electrical System.
• Plan and schedule resources, and execute day‑to‑day activities for transmission programs and capital projects.
• String transmission conductors, assemble and erect transmission towers.
• Perform insulator, wood‑pole, shield‑wire and OPGW replacements.
• Execute conductor dead‑ending, looping and related tasks.

Required profile

• Valid G licence and Red Seal certification as a Powerline Technician Journeyperson.
• Physical ability to climb towers and poles, lift up to 25 kg, and work in extreme weather.
• Capability to perform rescue techniques, including bucket evacuation.
• Valid DZ or AZ driver’s licence.
• Previous supervisory or transmission experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with Hydro One safety rules is an asset.

Required skills

• Transmission line construction and maintenance.
• Transmission tower erection and stringing.
• Insulator, wood‑pole, shield‑wire and OPGW installation.
• Conductor dead‑ending and looping.
• Planning and scheduling of field activities.
• Rescue and emergency response techniques.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package (base wage plus vacation, statutory and benefits components).
• Four‑day, 40‑hour work week (Monday‑Thursday) with overtime as required.
• Work‑life balance and a strong safety‑focused culture.