{"id":3733942,"url":"https://alion.io/job/fortisbc-power-line-technician-pre-apprentice-2","title":"Power Line Technician Pre-Apprentice","company":{"id":1842561,"name":"FortisBC","domain":"fortisbc.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/fortisbc-com","size_band":"501-1000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Field & Service","role_family":"Field & Service","seniority":"intern","employment_type":"internship","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Castlegar, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":41,"max":null,"currency":"CAD","period":"hour","gross":null,"usd_annual":58000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-10-21T02:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-10-21","last_verified_at":"2026-11-13T19:09:23Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":23,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":23},"description":"Branch: Electric\nAffiliation: IBEW\nEmployment Status: Full-Time Temporary\nSalary: $41.95 Hourly\nShort-term Incentive Eligible: No\nWorkplace Flexibility: No\nTemp Duration: 6 months\nPosting End Date: Open until filled\nAs the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.\nWe're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.\nPosition Overview\nThe duties of a Pre-apprentice Power Line Technician are to assist other members of a line crew from the ground. This is a semi-skilled position requiring the supervision of a tradesperson. It is also a learning position where one can improve his/her skills or gain new skills. Climbing and aerial bucket work will be permitted for training purposes while under the supervision of a journeyperson.\nA pre-apprentice lineperson reports to a staff supervisor or delegate and normally works under the direction of a higher classification employee. The pre-apprenticeship training program is a structured temporary position for up to 6 months. Candidates are provided with in-house and hands-on job training. Upon successful completion of the pre-apprenticeship program, candidates may be considered for full-time permanent apprenticeship positions with FortisBC.\nResponsibilities\nPerforms duties as a Lineperson’s trades helper which requires some skills as acquired by experience and/or on-the-job training and instruction.\nCarries out maintenance and construction work as directed, including pole framing, right-of-way clearing and maintenance, road maintenance, line patrol, etc.\nCarries out assignments normally carried out by lower classification employees or those of a higher classification to gain skills and experience.\nInspection and safe operation of vehicles & mobile equipment.\nHandles, uses and cares for hand and power tools and equipment as required.\nIn addition to the duties and responsibilities above the pre-apprentice lineperson performed all duties of the Labourer classification.\nRequirements\nCandidates must currently hold all of the following minimum education requirements: English 12, Math 11 and Physics 11.\nHolder of a valid Class 3 driver’s license with air brake endorsement.\nAbility to carry out a variety of duties requiring significant physical effort.\nKnowledge and ability to handle, use and care for hand and power tools and equipment.\nOther Qualifications\nPost Secondary Pre-Apprentice Electrical diploma or equivalent course is preferred\nOccupational First Aid Level 1, 2 or 3 is preferred\nTransportation of Dangerous goods is preferred\nWHMIS is preferred\nAny other applicable skills or educational achievements that directly relate to the trade will be acknowledged\nClass 1 driver's license with air brake endorsement is preferred\nAdditional Information\nCandidates that are successful throughout the temporary 6 month pre-apprentice period, may be considered for full-time permanent power line technician apprentice positions.\nSubject to operational requirements, successful candidates may be required to work from various headquarters within our service territory.\nPlease note that this is a developmental, entry-level role into the power line technician trade. Applicants that have attended PLT trades school (1st, 2nd or 3rd year), in addition to being indentured as an apprentice will not be considered for this pre-apprentice opportunity.\nThe recruitment process for this position will include the following: video prescreen, formalized interview, skills demonstration, employment references, criminal record check, drug testing and physical assessment.\nResidency requirements: The successful candidate must adhere to the residency requirements of this position. \nOvertime requirements: This role may have overtime requirements based on operational needs.\nTravel/Out of Town requirements: This role may have travel/out of town requirements based on operational needs. \nPlease reach out to Talent Acquisition if clarification on role requirements is needed prior to applying. \nOur engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.\nTo learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.\nFortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. 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