Powerline Technician/ 309 Journeyman Electrician - Keolis Grand River

Change the future with us.

We are looking for dedicated and talented people who tackle ever-changing challenges, customer needs, and questions from colleagues with clever concepts and creativity. We embrace change and work with curious minds re-inventing the future of work. Join us and let us focus together on what’s truly important: making lives better with new ideas and the latest technology around the world.

• Freedom and a healthy work- life balance– Embrace our flexible work environment with flex hours, telecommuting and digital workspaces.


•  Solve the world’s most significant problems – Be part of exciting and innovative projects.


• Engaging, challenging, and fast evolving, cutting edge technological environment.


• Competitive wages and RRSP Matching package.


• Contribute to our social responsibility initiatives focused on access to education, access to technology and sustaining communities and make a positive impact on the community.ewarding vacation entitlement with the opportunity to buy extra vacation depending on your lifestyle.


•  Participate in our celebrations, social even.


•  Diversity and inclusivity focused.

Key Responsibilities and Functions

The Powerline Technician and Journeyman Electrician are responsible for preventative maintenance of all electrical components of light rail traction power and overhead contact systems (TPSS/OCS). 

• Read and interpret drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications for light rail traction power substations and overhead catenary systems.


•  Inspect and test electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with standards.


•  Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus and components, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.


•  Work in a safe manner, maintain a safe and organized work area by observing all safety policies and procedures, applying safety training.


•  Work collaboratively with other team members (track maintainers, systems technicians, BSST Maintenance Technicians etc.) in meeting standards and regulations.


• Ensure proper documentation and reporting of all required information.


•  Snow removal and “House Cleaning”.


•  On-call coverage for emergency response on a rotating basis.

Required Skills and Qualifications

•  Have a 434A Powerline Technician Certification or 309A Journeyman Electrical certification


•  Would consider at least the 3rd year of an Apprenticeship Electrician program. Safety oriented.


•  A valid Class DZ Drivers License or ability to obtain one is required with clean record.


• Ability to lift, push and pull up to 60 lbs.


• Time Management.


•  Organizational skills.


• Strong written and oral communication skills.


• Snow removal


• House cleaning


• Working with other departments