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Description
Electrical power line and cable workers construct, maintain and repair overhead and underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems. They are employed by electric power generation, transmission and distribution companies, electrical contractors and public utility commissions. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.
Job Titles
- Apprentice lineman/woman – electric power systems
- Cable installer – electrical power
- Cable splicer – electrical power
- Construction lineman/woman – electrical power line
- Power line patroller
- Power lineman/woman
- Powerline technician
Main Duties
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair electrical distribution and transmission systems including overhead and underground power lines and cables, insulators, conductors, lightning arrestors, switches, transformers and other associated equipment
- Erect and maintain steel, wood or concrete poles, towers and guy wires
- Splice, solder and insulate conductors and related wiring to connect power distribution and transmission networks using splicing tools, related electrical equipment and tools
- Inspect and test overhead and underground power lines and cables and auxiliary equipment using electrical test equipment
- Climb ladders or operate hydraulic buckets when working aloft on poles and towers, or work in confined spaces such as trenches and tunnels to install power lines and cables and associated equipment
- Install and maintain street lighting systems
- Communicate with other workers to coordinate the preparation and completion of work assignments.
Workplaces
- Electric power generation, transmission and distribution companies
- Electrical contractors
- Public utility services
Skills
- Preventative Maintenance
- Repairing
- Troubleshooting
- Coordinating
- Critical Thinking
Abilities
- Gross Body Equilibrium
- Stamina
- Static Strength
- Trunk Strength
- Arm-Hand Steadiness
Personal Attributes
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Independence
- Stress Tolerance
Similar Occupations
- Power system electricians (72202)
- Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers (72204)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
An employment outlook has not been assigned due to low levels of employment for this occupation in PEI.
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | $27.43 | $43.44 | $59.69 |
| Canada | $27.00 | $43.74 | $56.41 |
Training
There are no known training programs for this occupation in PEI. If you are aware of a local training program, please contact us.
More Info
View the full occupational profile with details on work characteristics, interests, employment requirements and more on the Occupational and Skills Information System (OaSIS) website.
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