Position: Power Linesperson

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

About Burgundy Diamond Mines

Burgundy Diamond Mines is a Canadian mining company and a significant producer and supplier of premium rough diamond assortments to the global market. The company owns and operates the Ekati Diamond Mine, located in Canada’s Northwest Territories. In addition to its mining and exploration operations, Burgundy Diamonds Mines has offices in Canada and Belgium.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Team Leader, Electrical & Instrumentation, and working two (2) weeks on, followed by two (2) weeks off at the Ekati mine; the Power Linesperson will be responsible for performing activities related to the electrical construction, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and/or testing on energized and de-energized distribution systems and/or transmission power lines. The Power Linesperson will work closely with the Electrical Services Team Leader and Planner.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

·       Perform activities related to the electrical construction, maintenance, repair or testing on energized and de-energized distribution and/or transmission power lines, as required, up to system voltage limits;

·       Install, repair, troubleshoot and maintain electrical distribution systems including overhead and underground power lines and cables, transformers and other associated equipment;

·       Safely operate heavy duty utility equipment including bucket trucks, and related equipment, as required;

·       Recognize, assess and control potentially hazardous situations in the work environment;

·       Function effectively as an integral part of a work group;

·       Work safely in all conditions;

·       Alterations and housekeeping of 69KV substations;

·       Advise groups walking under energized highline of hazards and safe practices;

·       Remain in a call-out ready status in the event of a highline failure after normal work hours;

·       Inspections of tooling and high voltage PPE to ensure good operating condition;

·       Complete a daily report of activities and conditions and submit to Electrical Team leader.

Education/Experience

·       Interprovincial Red Seal Journeyperson Power Linesperson Certificate, or equivalent;

·       Journeyperson Electrical certification would be an asset;

·       Must possess knowledge of Industry standard safe working practices;

·       Experience working around substation equipment and maintaining and troubleshooting highline systems and equipment;

·       Proficient in general computer skills including Microsoft Office;

·       PSE Certification an asset;

·       Previous experience with SAP considered an asset

·       Strong communication and interpersonal skills;

·       Have the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a team environment;

·       Work within a strong safety-oriented culture, while maintaining a focus on safety standards, policies and procedures. Willing and able to participate and lead safety meetings.

 What we offer

At Burgundy Diamonds Mines, we believe people are our most important asset. This is why we are fully committed to the health, safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in establishing strong lasting and respectful relationships with the people and communities with whom we work. 

Arctic is dedicated to developing our workforce and to creating an environment where people can learn, grow and take on new responsibilities. We build capacity within our workforce by offering leadership training, apprenticeship positions and adult education initiatives.

Arctic offers a competitive salary, performance bonus and total compensation package, including company paid extended health, dental and vision care, an Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), employer matched pension, generous paid vacation and personal days, as well as a Dependent Scholarship Program and employee discounts. On site we provide accommodations and meals, a fully equipped gym and recreation facilities,

Additional Information

Burgundy Diamond Mines provides travel to and from the Ekati mine site out of Calgary, Yellowknife, and other northern fly points.

Employees need to be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada approved COVID-19 vaccine.

Preference will be given to qualified applicants from our Impact Benefit Agreement (IBA) Groups. Members should clearly identify their IBA status on the online job application and resume to receive priority consideration.

 Visit careers@burgundydiamonds.com to apply and to learn more about Arctic’s operations.

Closing Date: This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.