New Grads - Line School

About Us

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is a leading utility infrastructure contractor helping power communities across Canada and the United States. Built on family roots, we value safety, hard work, and getting the job done right for our clients. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to build your skills and grow your career.

Role Details

The Opportunity

The Line Tech I supports Forbes Bros. Group of Companies' construction operations by assisting with the installation and construction of overhead distribution and transmission powerlines. You will work alongside experienced line crews to support structure assembly, framing, conductor stringing, equipment operations, and right-of-way activities while following established safety procedures and construction requirements.

This opportunity is well-suited for a recent graduate of an accredited line school who is eager to apply their technical knowledge and develop hands-on experience in powerline construction. You will gain practical exposure to distribution and transmission projects, work alongside experienced crew members, and continue building the skills needed for a career in the powerline industry.

Key Elements of the Role

Equal Opportunity & Recruitment

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are equal opportunity employers committed to a respectful and accessible recruitment process. We make employment decisions based on job-related qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or family status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Applicants must currently be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located and must maintain valid work authorization throughout their employment.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, review of driving records or driver’s abstracts, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client or site-access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require accommodation are encouraged to contact the recruitment team so we can discuss their needs and arrange appropriate support.