- Up to $97,800
- Scarborough, M1R 3B3
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Job Summary
We are recruiting 5 experienced Utility Linemen for direct hire opportunities supporting electrical utility construction, maintenance, and emergency restoration projects across Toronto. This role is ideal for safety-focused line professionals who enjoy outdoor work, take pride in high-quality craftsmanship, and have hands-on experience with overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
As a Utility Lineman, you will help build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities. You will work with a skilled team, supportive field leadership, modern equipment, and a strong safety-first culture. This opportunity offers steady work, career growth, ongoing training, and the chance to contribute to essential infrastructure projects throughout the province.
Key Responsibilities
- Install, maintain, repair, and upgrade overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Perform pole line construction, conductor installation, transformer installation, equipment maintenance, and related utility work.
- Install and replace utility poles, crossarms, insulators, hardware, and distribution components.
- String, sag, and tension conductors in accordance with utility standards and project requirements.
- Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and specialized utility equipment safely and efficiently.
- Respond to emergency outages, storm restoration work, and field service requirements as needed.
Compensation and Benefits
- Direct hire opportunity.
- $45.00 to $47.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits.
- RRSP program.
- Company-paid training and ongoing professional development.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Modern fleet and well-maintained equipment.
- Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture.
- Company-provided PPE where applicable.
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Additional Skills
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Install, repair, and maintain overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
- Perform pole line construction, conductor work, transformer installation, and utility equipment maintenance.
- Operate utility vehicles and equipment, including bucket trucks and digger derricks.
- Complete work safely in energized and de-energized environments while following utility regulations and company procedures.
- Utility Lineperson certification or recognized apprenticeship completion.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant utility line experience preferred.
- Previous experience working on overhead and/or underground electrical distribution systems.
- Working knowledge of electrical utility construction practices, utility standards, and safe work procedures.
- Ability to climb utility poles and work safely at heights.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility prints, specifications, and work orders.
- Valid Class DZ or AZ driver’s licence preferred, or willingness to obtain.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Ability to complete daily job reports, hazard assessments, equipment inspections, and safety documentation.
- Willingness to travel throughout Ontario and participate in emergency restoration work when required.
- Commitment to following OHSA, EUSR, and company safety policies.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working at Heights Certification.
- First Aid and CPR certification.
- Utility Arborist experience.
- Chainsaw Certification.
- Traffic Control or Book 7 Certification.
- Confined Space Training.
- Crane or hoisting experience.