Position: Groundman
Division: Utilities and Environment
Department: Saskatoon Light & Power
Term: 5 Temporary Full Time positions available for approximately 6 months.
Closing Date: 05/20/2026
Labour Group: IBEW 319
Posting: 5259
This position is a IBEW 319 position and will be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Should it not be filled in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement, external candidates will be considered.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of the Foreman, this position involves manual labour and providing trades with tools, material and equipment.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provides tools, materials and equipment, as required by the tradesperson.
- Assists with digging holes, erecting poles, setting transformers and pedestals and assembling and installing line material on underground and overhead systems.
- Assists with stringing guy wires.
- Assists with laying cables and stringing conductors.
- Assists with dismantling material for salvage.
- Assists Machine Operator and Bucket Truck Operator to keep truck stocked with equipment and materials.
- Loads and unloads equipment and materials, as required.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education, Training and Experience Requirements
- Grade 12 education.
- One year’s experience in related electric utility work.
- Possession of, or ability to successfully complete within 6 months after date of hire, a valid Saskatchewan Class 1A Driver’s Licence.
- Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills
- Knowledge of materials, tools and equipment of the line trade.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Physical ability to perform the assigned duties outdoors in various weather conditions.
Weekly Hours: 37.33
Salary Range: $28.15 to $31.02 CAD per hour (2023 rates)
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The City of Saskatoon offers an inclusive workplace that embraces diverse backgrounds. As an equity partner with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission (SHRC), the City commits to diversity, equity and inclusion in our workplaces. By having our workforce reflect the community we serve, we support the realization of miyo-pimatisiwin, (me-o-pi-ma-ti-si-win) “the good life”, for all residents. To learn more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at the City, please visit Saskatoon.ca/diversity
Accommodation
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While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
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