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IBEW Local 258 Pay Rates

Burnaby, BC · British Columbia + Yukon — BC Hydro PLTs and utility · CA

Represents 4,000+ workers including BC Hydro powerline technicians. Wage adjustments tied to BC CPI.

Current rates

Powerline Technician
Effective 2026-07-18
C$56.63/hr
Powerline Technician
Effective 2026-07-18
C$56.63/hr
Powerline Technician Foreman
Effective 2026-07-18
C$66.26/hr
Powerline Technician Foreman
Effective 2026-07-18
C$66.26/hr
Powerline Technician Sub-Foreman
Effective 2026-07-18
C$62.86/hr
Powerline Technician Sub-Foreman
Effective 2026-07-18
C$62.86/hr
Driver/Helper
Effective 2026-07-18
C$36.39/hr
Driver/Helper
Effective 2026-07-18
C$36.39/hr

Source: Confirmed directly by a current member · verified 2026-07-18

Historical rates

Journeyman Powerline Technician (2026-02-01)C$78.35/hr
Base wage vs total package.Base wage is the hourly rate on your check. Total package adds health & welfare, pension, and other employer-paid contributions on top — it is not a higher wage rate.

Wage agreements step up mid-contract. Always confirm the current rate with your local before negotiating or accepting work.
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