Vale

Powerline Technician

Vale$105K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Fully Licensed Journeyperson: Trade Certification - Powerline Technician Red Seal (434A) is required.
  • Minimum grade 12 completed or GED is required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of industrial experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of EUSA Safety rules, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Electrical Safety Code and other applicable legislation required.

Responsibilities

  • Install, dismantle, construct, calibrate, inspect, maintain, adjust, modify, repair, and test power transmission and distribution lines.
  • Operate and maintain plant equipment and auxiliaries safely and efficiently.
  • Follow established company Health, Safety, and Environment policies and procedures.
  • Respond to emergency situations as required.
  • Report deviations to established procedures.
  • Document work performed.
  • Align with work safety policies and safety regulations.

Benefits

  • Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental coverage and disability plans)
  • Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
  • Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
  • Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Online training and career development opportunities
  • Relocation Assistance
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Powerline Technician to join our Power Department team in Sudbury, Ontario. Relocation will be required for this role.

This is a permanent on-site position working Monday to Friday, steady days.

This posting is for an existing position vacancy.

As a Powerline Technician, you will be responsible for the transmission and distribution of high-voltage power to all Vale owned mines and plants. Your experience and skills will contribute to scheduled or emergency repairs, installation, inspection, and preventative maintenance work.

Additionally, in this position you will:
  • Install, dismantle, construct, calibrate, inspect, maintain, adjust, modify, repair, and test power transmission and distribution lines, substations, transformers, communication circuits, and related equipment in plant and inter-plant maintenance and construction.
  • Operate and maintain plant equipment and auxiliaries safely and efficiently.
  • Follow established company Health, Safety, and Environment policies and procedures.
  • Respond to emergency situations as required.
  • Report deviations to established procedures.
  • Document work performed.
  • Align with work safety policies and safety regulations.


What We Offer You
  • Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
  • Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental coverage and disability plans)
  • Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
  • Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
  • Employee Family Assistance Program
  • Online training and career development opportunities
  • Relocation Assistance


About You

Education:
  • Fully Licensed Journeyperson: Trade Certification - Powerline Technician Red Seal (434A) is required.
  • Minimum grade 12 completed or GED is required.


Experience:
  • Minimum of 3 years of industrial experience is preferred.


Skills:
  • Knowledge of EUSA Safety rules, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Ontario Electrical Safety Code and all other applicable legislation required.


Why Sudbury

Greater Sudbury is a vibrant city in northeastern Ontario, renowned for its rich mining history and significant role in Canada's mineral production. The city sits atop one of the world's largest and oldest meteorite impact sites, the Sudbury Basin, which is exceptionally rich in nickel, copper, and other critical minerals that are required for modern technologies such as AI and defence. The mining sector is a cornerstone of Sudbury's economy, driving both employment and economic growth, and Vale Base Metals plays a pivotal role in this regard. Our commitment to the community is as deep as our mines.

Minimum Starting Hourly Rate: $50.635

Apply by: Wednesday, August 12th, 2026

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About Vale

We are a global mining company producing iron ore, pellets, and nickel, and we are committed to becoming one of the safest, most trustworthy mining company in the world. With a workforce of 120,000 employees, we work every day to transform natural resources into prosperity and sustainable development for the approximately 30 countries in which we operate. In addition to mining, we have operations in logistics, energy, and steelmaking. We self-generate 54% of the energy we use, and in Brazil alone, more than 1 million people travel on our passenger trains on the Vitória-Minas and Carajás railroads every year. We continuously reassert our commitment to the future of our planet by, among other initiatives, protecting 8,500 km² of natural land and investing in R&D to lead the sustainable mining revolution, with the ultimate goal of becoming a carbon-neutral company by 2050. We are constantly evolving, always aiming to be a diverse and inclusive company. We are pursuing a goal of doubling our female workforce by 2030 and increasing representation among our leadership. Our activities are governed by a policy of transparency, safety and security, ethics, and respect in order to protect the environment and encourage the development of our employees. We are Vale.
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