Arctic Arrow Group
powerline contracting
PowerCableTechnician
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“Power Cable Technician at Arctic Arrow Group. Skills: installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of distribution and transmission cable systems, splicing, terminating, high-voltage cables. installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of distribution and transmission cable systems. Build, maintain, and repair underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems”
Industry & Context.
troubleshooting; repair
Willingness and ability to travel on an as-needed basis, Ability to pass a "Show Me" test with the governing utility, Work in confined spaces such as trenches, sustained physical activity including standing, bending, crawling, crouching, stooping, heavy lifting, climbing, pulling cables, and reaching
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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, Ability to obtain certifications in Confined Space Entry, WHMIS, and Asbestos awareness
Nice to Have
Class 3 Driver's License or higher with a clean abstract is preferred.
What You'll Do.
and repair of distribution and transmission cable systems
and repair underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems
or submarine multi-conductor cables for electric power or telecommunications systems
and documentation to ensure materials are assembled and used correctly
Interpret construction drawings to determine the physical layout of work environments
Operate a range of vehicles and equipment
Assess tool and equipment requirements based on job specifications
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
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
working collaboratively
Communication Scope
oral and written communication skills in English
Full Job Description
_**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. **Requirements** _**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
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