About This Role
Being a Cable Technician (Bulk) means installing, maintaining, and repairing high and low-voltage electrical systems, including utility electrical systems, power distribution systems, overhead line systems, and electrical transformers. The role suits a motivated individual with expertise in electrical diagnostics, blueprint reading, and safety procedures. You will work outdoors on power line construction projects, using your climbing, bucket operation, and rigging skills.
Responsibilities
- Install, troubleshoot, and repair high-voltage electrical wiring and utility electrical systems in accordance with NEC (National Electrical Code) standards and safety procedures for high-voltage work
- Conduct electrical diagnostics using voltmeters, ohmmeters, and other testing equipment to identify faults in power distribution systems and relay testing
- Perform cabling tasks including underground and overhead line installation, ensuring proper rigging and adherence to safety protocols
- Operate bucket trucks safely for overhead line work, tree trimming, and access to elevated structures while following all PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) requirements
- Read blueprints and electrical schematics accurately to guide installation and maintenance activities on complex electrical infrastructure projects
- Engage in electrical field testing to verify system integrity, including testing high-voltage electrical systems and conducting outdoor work on construction sites
- Maintain detailed records of all work performed, including safety procedures followed, equipment used, and system diagnostics for compliance and reporting purposes
Requirements
- Proven experience working as an industrial or commercial electrician with a strong background in electrical diagnostics, wiring, and maintenance of utility systems
- Demonstrated expertise in rigging, welding, climbing, bucket operation, and the use of tools such as voltmeters and ohmmeters
- Knowledge of high-voltage electrical wiring, relay testing, electrical blueprint reading, and NEC standards related to power line construction projects
- Experience working outdoors on energy & utilities sector projects involving overhead line systems, electrical transformers, power distribution systems, and utility locating
- Ability to operate bucket trucks safely while adhering to all safety procedures for high-voltage work
- Strong understanding of electrical safety procedures including PPE use when working with high-voltage systems at outdoor sites
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to perform electrical troubleshooting using diagnostic tools like voltmeters and ohmmeters
- Valid certifications in electrical work
- Physical ability to climb structures regularly; comfortable working at heights using climbing techniques or bucket trucks on construction sites or utility projects
