Powerline Technician - Field Supervisor

DDP Technology is currently looking for Field Supervisor!

DDP Technology is a growing company that specializes in Live C02 Blast cleaning and the inspection and maintenance of high voltage equipment. CO2 dry ice cleaning is rapidly becoming the preferred method of cleaning among the industrial, commercial, utility, and environmental sectors.

Position summary

Reporting to the Manager of Operations, the field supervisor will oversee and coordinate daily operations at sites, liaising between crews and management and ensuring work follows specified plans and regulations. The field supervisor will communicate tasks, address issues, and clarify safety protocols. The field supervisor is responsible for team management, which includes deploying staff effectively, resolving conflicts, and maintaining productivity and morale.

Maintaining a safe and quality-driven work environment is a key responsibility of the field supervisor. They will continuously monitor operations, enforce safety regulations, and implement quality assurance procedures. The field supervisor regularly reports to upper management to provide status updates, escalate issues when necessary, and offer insights.

This role requires:

• Leadership – You will guide, inspire, and motivate your team.
• Communication - Clear communication is critical in this role. You will relay information accurately and promptly between management and the crews.
• Decision making – The field supervisor will have the ability to analyze situations quickly and make informed decisions.
• Problem Solving – The field supervisor will be resourceful and innovative in addressing challenges to keep operations running smoothly.
• Attention to detail – Overseeing diverse tasks and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards demands keen attention to detail. The ability to spot inconsistencies and potential issues is pivotal in maintaining a safe and effective work environment.

Role and Responsibilities

The Field Supervisor will be responsible for development and delivery of all aspects of Health and Safety with an emphasis in the electrical utility field. The candidate will also be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of field staff.

Safety Oriented Responsibilities:

• Works with manager, internal safety administrator, and Safety consulting representative to implement DDP’s safety program and maintains safety record keeping requirements.
• Facilitate safety meetings as required.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety related legislation, company Policies and Procedures, WSIB and JHSC duties.
• Authorize, approve, and investigate Incident and Hazard Investigations, Non-Compliance reports (NCR’s) and ensure that appropriate corrective measures are implemented.
• Provide and organize safety orientation training for new hires.
• Review all accidents, incidents and near misses and work with JHSC and implement corrective action recommendations and follow up as required.
• Weekly crew field visits.
• Complete crew safety audits.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

• Responsible to attend meetings as required.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of OFFICE Suite (EXCEL, Word).
• Collaborate with Operations Manager.
• Advise manager of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, etc.
• Communicate effectively with trades, Lead Hand Inspectors and ensures that performance, productivity, quality, and safety requirements are met.
• Weekly scheduling of crews.
• Order required material for various jobs.
• Monitors and executes various inspection contracts and schedules to ensure compliance.
• Update, maintain and occasionally develop new policies and procedures and provide input into the improvement of the same.
• From time to time the successful candidate may be required to fill in for field staff. Duties include but not limited to Co2 cleaning or Lead hand on inspections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Certification as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License in good standing, preferably a DZ licence but DZ is not required.
• Understand and practice EUSR Safety Rules, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, ESA requirements and all other applicable legislation and safe work practices.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that includes heavy lifting, stretching and pulling, climbing, working at heights and extreme weather conditions.

Additional Assets:

• Any experience with COR.
• Current certificates in First Aid, CPR and WHMIS.
• Experience with CITRIX and ISN.
• JHSC Training.
• Certified safety designation: CHSO (Construction Health and Safety Officer) or NCSO (National Construction Safety Officer).

Additional information about this role

• Competitive wage based on experience.
• 4-day work week – 10-hour shifts.
• Comprehensive benefit package after 3 months – including access to an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP).
• RRSP.
• Work boot program.
• All required PPE will be supplied.
• Annual performance bonus up to $2,500.

Please email resumes to: Katie Brons – Human Resources – Katie@ddptech.ca

In accordance with the Accessible Employment Standard, DDP Technology INC is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $47.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 44 per week

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay.

Benefits:

• Dental care.
• Extended health care.
• On-site parking.
• RRSP match.
• Vision care.

Schedule:

• No weekends.
• Overtime.

Licence/Certification:

• Power Line Technician Certificate (required).

Work Location: In person.