Hundseth Power Line Construction

Saskatoon

Autobody Technician – Saskatoon

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Hundseth Power Line Construction (HPL) is a Saskatchewan-based, family-owned business, headquartered in Saskatoon, with additional site offices in Regina and Humboldt.  For nearly 50 years, our vision is to be the benchmark contractor in the overhead and underground utilities industry, recognized for the integrity of our people, the ethics of our business practices, and our ability to innovate with leading-edge safety & quality practices.

We are currently seeking an Auto Body Technician for our Saskatoon service shop.

The successful candidate will be a qualified and motivated self starter who will provide structural metal repairs on all HPL fleet by disassembling, replacing, and re-assembling vehicles to meet our specifications of quality, in our fast paced mechanic shop and equipment yard.  Reliable and accountable, the successful candidate will also perform surface preparation, priming, and top coating to refinish all repaired and replaced body components.  The successful candidate will liaise with other technicians to estimate repair cost and time, complete inspections and plan repair work to be performed, in a safe, professional, and time efficient manner.

Candidates with at least two to three years of autobody experience are preferred.

Although the work is physically demanding, we offer a mentorship culture like no other, with competitive compensation, an extensive benefits and retirement plan, boot allowance, and much more.  We supply all personal protective equipment, and the successful candidate will be required to bring their own tools.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Inspection, disassembly, reassembly, and damage repair to vehicle body components
  • Hammer dents, buckles, and defects in addition to grinding and sanding body surfaces to be repaired
  • Removal of fenders, panels, grills, and replace parts by weld or bolt
  • Mask, tape, prime, and paint repaired surfaces
  • Repair or replace interior components
  • Removal and installation of welded components and sections to vehicles
  • Fibreglass work and Fabrication experience required
  • Use welding equipment or filler to fill holes, dents, seams, and panels
  • Replacement of front end and body components, doors, frame, and underbody
  • Estimate cost and time of service work
  • Follow checklists to ensure thorough examination of all parts and systems
  • Basic electrical experience would be considered an asset

Requirements:

  • Legally entitled to work in Canada.
  • Must hold a valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driver abstract.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Completion of postsecondary program, such as Saskatchewan Polytechnic, in auto body and collision and/or automotive refinishing technician.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Physical strength and stamina, and the ability to lift over 50 pounds.
  • This position is considered a safety sensitive position; the successful applicant will be required to complete pre-employment medical testing that includes a drug and alcohol screening.

Please submit your resume and cover letter indicating how your experience meets the job requirements on our website (www.hundseth.ca).

***No phone calls please***

All Applicants are thanked for their interest. Only potential candidates will be contacted.

Apprentice & Journeyperson Power Line Technicians: Saskatchewan

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Hundseth Power Line Construction (HPL) is a Saskatchewan-based, family-owned business, headquartered in Saskatoon, with additional site offices in Regina and Humboldt.  For nearly 50 years, our vision is to be the benchmark contractor in the overhead and underground utilities industry, recognized for the integrity of our people, the ethics of our business practices, and our ability to innovate with leading-edge safety & quality practices.

HPL is a growth-oriented and forward-thinking private company, that works in ALL SEASONS.  We are looking for team players who are committed to positivity and a driven work ethic, who strive to set the standard of excellence to our large host of clients across Saskatchewan.

We are currently seeking all levels of Power Line Technicians for our Saskatchewan operations.  Travel is required as services extend throughout the province.

Working in this trade is physically demanding.  We offer a mentorship culture like no other, with competitive compensation and an extensive benefits and retirement plan.

Description:

  • These positions perform a variety of assignments involved in all aspects of the installation, construction, troubleshooting, repairing, specialized testing, and maintenance of all overhead and underground distribution, transmission lines, switching stations, substations, communication networks, streetlight facilities, and infrastructure
  • Operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment including: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe.
  • Follow all safety procedures on the job site and report violations immediately to foreman.

Required:

  • Mandatory: A valid Journeyman or Apprentice Power Line Technician Trade card from the Saskatchewan Trades & Apprenticeship Commission or an Canadian Interprovincial Red seal certification.
  • A valid Class 1A or Class 5 license (clear driving abstract) is required with a 1A preferred.
  • Previous experience operating the following: backhoe, trencher, skid steer, hydroVAC, directional bore machine, digger derrick trucks, all-terrain track machine, crawler dozers, bobcats, forklift and trackhoe would be considered an asset.
  • Ability to travel extensively across Saskatchewan.
  • Ability to lift heavy tools and equipment over 50 pounds.
  • Ability to work long shifts, 10-12 hour days, in all types of weather.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • This position is considered a safety sensitive position; all new hires will be required to complete a pre-employment/pre-access medical test that includes a drug and alcohol screening, as well as hearing.

All Applicants are thanked for their interest. Only potential candidates will be contacted.

Please submit your cover letter indicating how your experience meets the job requirements and resume on our website (www.hundseth.ca) or via careers@hundseth.ca.