Location: Projects across Canada (Ontario to BC)
Rotation: 21 days on / 10 days off
Company: WP Telectronics (WPT)
WP Telectronics (WPT) is a proudly Canadian-owned company and one of the country’s leading telecommunications construction contractors. We are trusted by major clients such as TELUS, Bell, SaskTel, and many others.
As demand for reliable network infrastructure continues to grow nationwide, so does the opportunity to build a stable, well-paid, and rewarding career with WPT. Our people are the foundation of our success, and we are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining top talent through ongoing training, coaching, and mentorship.
We are currently seeking experienced and productivity-driven Aerial Linemen, as well as motivated individuals new to the trade who want to learn, grow, and make a good living.
The Opportunity
In 2026, WPT has both existing and new projects spanning Ontario through British Columbia. Each project offers the opportunity to:
- Maximize earning potential through piece-rate work
- Build valuable skills in large-scale telecom construction
- Play a direct role in connecting communities across Canada
Key Responsibilities
- Place and pull telecommunications cable (copper, coax, and fibre) on aerial and underground infrastructure
- Enter telecommunications manholes to install cable as required
- Install, remove, and transfer aerial telecom infrastructure including poles, steel strand, lashing wire, and fibre cable
- Install telecommunications pedestals and vaults
- Read and interpret telecom design prints; update prints based on field conditions and progress
- Operate and maneuver equipment such as bucket trucks, flat decks, and reel trailers in tight or restricted areas
- Climb hydro and telecom poles using spurs, climbing belts, ladders, and full fall-protection systems
- Complete daily vehicle inspections, maintain clean and organized equipment, and participate in daily FLHAs
- Perform additional duties as assigned
What Success Looks Like at WPT
We live and work by six core values that guide everything we do:
- Prioritize Safety – No job is so urgent that it can’t be done safely
- Do the Right Thing – Act with integrity at all times
- Be the Best – Never settle when it comes to safety, quality, or productivity
- Find a Better Way – Continuously look for safer, smarter, and more efficient methods
- Support Each Other – Team success comes first
- Welcome the Challenge – We solve tough problems and take pride in it
A key requirement for this role is the ability and willingness to travel. WPT operates projects across Canada, and successful candidates must be comfortable working on the road.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- Legally authorized to work in Canada
- Valid driver’s licence (Class 3 or Class 1 preferred)
- Ability to lift up to 60 lbs
- Experience operating heavy equipment and driving vehicles with air brakes (asset)
- Comfortable working at heights (up to 50 ft) and in all weather conditions
- Confined Space Entry, First Aid, and Fall Protection certifications are considered assets (training available)
What’s In It for You
- Industry-leading earning potential through a piece-rate pay structure
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Extensive technical and safety training
- Ongoing coaching and mentorship to support long-term career growth
- The opportunity to work for a company recognized as one of the best in Canada’s telecommunications industry
Compensation
- Earnings vary based on productivity and piece-rate structure
- In 2025, Aerial Linemen earned an average of $550 per day
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $400.00-$600.00 per day
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Have you ever been convicted of a crime for which you have not been pardoned?
- Are you comfortable working at heights up to 60 feet?
- Are you comfortable working in confined spaces?
- Do you have experience operating large commercial vehicles and pulling trailers? Please describe your experience.
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 License (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: On the road
