POWER LINE TECHNICIAN NORTHERN TRADE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

POWER LINE TECHNICIAN NORTHERN TRADE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
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We are seeking candidates that reside north of the 53rd parallel interested in training for a career as a Power Line Technician. All training is fully paid.

The PLT Northern Trade Development Program is a six-month fully paid program that provides northern candidates with on-the-job training and academic upgrading to meet the minimum requirements to compete for a position in the Power Line Technician Training Program. During your paid training, you will be stationed at various locations throughout the province.

There will be approximately one month of orientation and onboarding in Winnipeg and surrounding areas, followed by academic upgrading in the North. Following orientation, your training will take place in various locations throughout the province, including the North.

Visit our website for additional videos and information on the 4-Year Power Line Technician Apprenticeship Program:
https://www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/training-programs/power-line-technician/

While there is no guarantee of ongoing employment at the completion of the PLT Northern Development Program those who successfully complete the training will be considered for the 4 –year Power Line Technician Apprenticeship Program.

Qualifications:
- High school graduate.
- Possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver's Licence (intermediate or full) and be eligible for upgrade.
- Be willing to work in all types of weather.
- Be willing to work at heights, in trenches, excavations, confined spaces.
- Be capable of learning proper climbing techniques.
- Maintain a level of physical fitness and mental alertness appropriate for the duties you are performing.
- Mechanical aptitude.
- Physical coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to lift heavy objects from a variety of physical positions.
- Be able to work as a member of a team and adapt to changing tasks and locations.
- Have good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be able to work autonomously and make decisions in stressful situations.
- Have basic computer skills.

All applications must include the following information, attached to your online profile:
- current resume and cover letter.
- high school transcript, and any post-secondary transcripts or training certificates.
- identification or proof of residence north of the 53rd parallel.

As part of the selection process, candidates will be required to write standardized aptitude tests that assess how well a candidate's abilities match the requirements of the job. Candidates will also participate a 1-day pre-employment skills assessment and trade orientation session, which provides candidates with the opportunity to demonstrate the ability to follow instruction, transfer knowledge, and work at heights. It also gives the evaluation group an opportunity to see you perform hands-on power line technician-related tasks. To help you prepare see the Skills Assessment and Trades Orientation Physical Training Guide (PDF) (https://www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/training_programs/plt_physical_training…). Candidates selected for this session will be required to provide a current driver's abstract.

The email address you submit in your application profile will be used as the main form of correspondence throughout the recruitment process. Please monitor your email inbox on a regular basis.

Location: During your training, you will be stationed at various locations throughout the province.

Why? Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Pension and working conditions that provide for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally provides every other Monday off.

Salary Range
Starting salary will be $21.52 Hourly.

Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.
The deadline for applications is JUNE 16, 2025.

We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are advancing in the recruitment process. Only complete applications will be considered.

Manitoba Hydro is committed to increasing the representation of women in the skilled trades. Women are encouraged to apply.

This document is available in accessible formats upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodations during the recruitment process.