Powerline Technician

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.


• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.


• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.


• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.


• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.


• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.


• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

PLEASE NOTE: THIS PROJECT IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN LATE SUMMER 2025. SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED DIRECTLY BY A MEMBER OF THE XTREME TEAM STARTING IN JUNE 2025. Thank you for your patience. For any questions, please contact [email protected]. Please allow up to 10 business days for a response.

What is the Opportunity?

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the Powerline Technician will be responsible for providing support and in-depth knowledge in the field regarding all matters of electrical construction matters to ensure Xtreme achieves its general and specific project requirements.

We are currently seeking certified Powerline Technicians to support our growing business across the state of Michigan. Projects will be related to ongoing service agreements with utilities companies in the state of Michigan, as well as disaster-response & relief related work.

Due to the nature of this role and requirements to work in Michigan, US, applicants must be either Canadian citizens with ability to work in the US, or American citizens.

To support this project, candidates must be a member of or willing to join IBEW Local 17 once selected for the role.

What You'll Do Here:

• Travel to remote locations and work at heights outdoors in all types of weather conditions.


• Troubleshoot and isolate faults in electrical and electronic systems and remove and replace faulty components.


• Install, replace, and repair lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment, such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels.


• Work with heavy equipment and cranes.


• Provide input relating to the resolution of any design or installation issue.


• Test continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of system, and if need be, replacing or repair following proper installation guidelines.


• Participate in all aspects of substation construction on both brown and green field sites.


• Install and maintain electrical equipment and apparatus in generating stations or powerhouses.


• Install and maintain electrical power distribution equipment such as transformers, generators, voltage regulators, switches, circuit breakers, capacitors, inductors, above/below ground conduit, ground grid, structural steel and fabricate control panels, brackets, and hangers.


• Be a positive team member through open communication and active participation in performing crew tasks.


• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion by welcoming different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Must possess Red Seal Powerline Technician certification (or US equivalent).


• Must have a valid passport and ability to travel from Canada to the US.


• Must hold a valid driver’s license and clean driver’s abstract.


• Adherence to all site and client requirements including participation in drug & alcohol testing as administered.


• Must have a strong understanding of safety procedures and policies, and commitment to safety protocols at all times.


• Mechanical ability, strength and manual dexterity.


• Must be physically able to work in remote job locations and at various heights, in all weather conditions.


• Must have a strong understanding of safety procedures and policies on an industrial job site.


• The ability to solve math problems quickly and accurately.


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to get along well with others on a work team.


• Strong communication skills.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.