Valard Construction LP

General

• Install, splice, terminate, and maintain overhead and underground power cables, vaults, conduits, and related equipment
• Perform troubleshooting, fault locating, and repairs on distribution systems
• Operate and maintain specialized tools and equipment such as cable pulling rigs, fault locators, splicing kits, and test instruments
• Conduct switching and grounding of high-voltage equipment in accordance with utility safety standards and work procedures
• Read and interpret construction drawings, single-line diagrams, and underground cable maps
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, utility codes, and company standards
• Collaborate with engineers, supervisors, and other crew members to complete projects efficiently
• Respond to emergency outages and perform restoration work in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and test results

Powerline Technician – Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice

• Lead and conduct morning tailboard with entire crew present
• Enforce safety compliance, including but not limited to safety glasses, steel toe boots, high visibility clothing, face guards, etc.
• Communicate with construction manager safety concerns, potential hazards and other issues
• Adhere to and enforce all company specific and industry specific safety regulations
• Lead the Erection of steel / wood poles, towers, and guy wires
• Install overhead and underground power lines, insulators, conductors, transformers, switches, and associated equipment
• Perform conductor stringing, sagging, clipping, and dead-ending (energized and de-energized)
• Execute advanced system switching tasks, including reclosers and loop feeds
• Perform UG (underground) cable testing, terminations, and equipment installation
• Splice, solder, and insulate conductors for connections
• Model safe work practices and ensure crew adherence to Valard’s HSE policies
• Mentor apprentices and junior personnel in tasks, safety protocols, and equipment use
• Conduct and review tailboards, FLHA, and daily safety checklists
• Proficiently carry out advanced live line work procedures and teach basic live line procedures to apprentices
• Lead or assist with job hazard assessments, fall protection plans, and critical lift plans
• Ensure proper documentation of safety forms, inspections, and procedural compliance
• Submit daily documentation and reports

Powerline Technician – Journeyperson or 4th Year Apprentice

Senior Distribution Powerline Technician, Foreman