Posted 6 months ago
Power Cable Technician
@ Arctic Arrow Group
Surrey, British Columbia
Overview
Arctic Arrow Group is hiring a Power Cable Technician at its Surrey Operational Centre to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair distribution and transmission cable systems. The role involves splicing and terminating high-voltage cables in confined spaces and trenches, with travel as needed. Compensation follows IBEW 258 union rates.
Responsibilities:
- Build, maintain and repair underground power transmission and distribution systems
- Splice and terminate multi-conductor high-voltage cables
- Interpret drawings and apply safety and installation standards
- Operate cranes, reel tensioners, pullers and trenchers
- Work in trenches and vaults under the Foreman's direction
Requirements summary:
- Journeyman certification or trade qualification, or ability to obtain
- Experience with 12kV to 230kV voltages
- 1 to 10 years of relevant industry experience
- Proficiency with PILC cable, splices and terminations
- Pass a utility "Show Me" test
- Class 3 driver's licence preferred
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workable
- Employer posting date
- 2026-05-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-11
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Construction site, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Journeyman certification, Confined Space Entry, WHMIS, Asbestos awareness |
| Driver’s licence | preferred |
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Arctic Arrow Group
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Full company description
In 1981, on opposite sides of the province and independent of each other, Arctic Power Systems and Arrow Installations opened their doors for business. Both companies worked hard to achieve a long history of success as powerline contractors in Western Canada. In 2010, Arctic Power Systems acquired Arrow Installations, growing the company into one of the largest privately owned powerline contractors in Western Canada. In June 2022 , the company was acquired by Java Holdings Ltd, investment vehicle for the Budzinski Family who have extensive experience in the contracting and construction field both in Canada, the US, and Europe. Together, as Arctic Arrow, we are focused on providing a safe, positive working environment for our employees and investing in valued and sustainable relationships with our clients. We are a Canadian owned powerline construction company offering design, engineering, construction and maintenance services for transmission and distribution powerlines throughout Western Canada and the Western United States.
- LinkedIn followers
- 4,873
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 88
- Reported office locations
- 18509 96 Avenue, Surrey, BC V4N 3P7, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Human Resources
- Recruiting
- Commercial
- Electrical Distribution
- Staffing Agency
- Other recorded names
- Arctic Arrow Group
- Arctic Arrow Powerline Group Ltd.
- Specialties
- Construction & Maintenance of Overhead & Underground Powerlines
- Feeder Cable Installation and Maintenance
- Strorm and Trouble Call Response - North America Wide
- and Transmission & Distribution
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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In 1981, on opposite sides of the province and independent of each other, Arctic Power Systems and Arrow Installations opened their doors for business. Both companies worked hard to achieve a long history of success as powerline contractors in Western Canada. In 2010, Arctic Power Systems acquired Arrow Installations, growing the company into one of the largest privately owned powerline contractors in Western…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Surrey, BC |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1981 |
| Specialties | Construction & Maintenance of Overhead & Underground PowerlinesFeeder Cable Installation and MaintenanceStrorm and Trouble Call Response - North America Wideand Transmission & Distribution |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 5 |
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COMPANY OVERVIEW
Arctic Arrow is a Canadian-owned powerline contractor specializing in transmission, distribution, and underground utilities work across Western Canada. With operations throughout British Columbia and Alberta, we are committed to safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Power Cable Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of distribution and transmission cable systems. Working under the direction of the Foreman, this role requires hands-on technical expertise in splicing, terminating, and repairing high-voltage cables, combined with a strong commitment to safety, quality workmanship, and adherence to industry standards.
This position is based out of our Surrey Operational Centre.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build, maintain, and repair underground electrical power transmission and distribution systems.
- Splice overhead, underground, or submarine multi-conductor cables for electric power or telecommunications systems.
- Interpret notes, drawings, and documentation to ensure materials are assembled and used correctly.
- Routinely apply standards and regulations related to safe work practices, overhead distribution, high and low voltage applications, stringing procedures, line clearing, and underground cable installations.
- Interpret construction drawings to determine the physical layout of work environments.
- Operate a range of vehicles and equipment including mobile cranes, reel tensioners and pullers, and trenchers, along with various hand, power, electrical testing, and hot line tools.
- Assess tool and equipment requirements based on job specifications.
- Work in confined spaces such as trenches and vaults; the role involves sustained physical activity including standing, bending, crawling, crouching, stooping, heavy lifting, climbing, pulling cables, and reaching.
- Identify and assess hazards, including proper location of underground infrastructure.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment while following correct cable preparation and splicing techniques.
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
- Proficiency working with PILC cable, splices, and terminations
- Willingness and ability to travel on an as-needed basis
- Ability to pass a "Show Me" test with the governing utility
- Capable of leading a team, working collaboratively, or operating independently
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English
QUALIFICATIONS & BACKGROUND
- Journeyman certification or trade qualification from a recognized apprenticeship program or cable manufacturer (or ability to obtain)
- Experience working with voltages from 12kV to 230kV
- Minimum 1–10 years of relevant industry experience
- Class 3 Driver's License or higher with a clean abstract is preferred.
- Ability to obtain certifications in Confined Space Entry, WHMIS, and Asbestos awareness
Compensation is in accordance with IBEW 258 union rates.
Applicants from all provinces are welcome to apply.
Please note that due to the volume of applications received, only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining the Arctic Arrow team.
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