Cable Technician

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
• Prior experience in the energy & utilities sector is highly desirable; familiarity with utility electrical systems and power line construction is essential

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with tree trimming
• Experience working with low voltage as well as high voltage systems