Journeyperson Powerline Technician. Splicer - A Powerline Technician who is fully qualified to work in all facets of the trade in- cluding energized circuits and who has successfully completed a recognized training course; and is qualified to undertake the in- stallation, jointing, splicing, testing, bonding, racking and repairing of all types of high voltage electrical cables; the fitting of potheads and other accessories to cables; and the assembly, testing, repair and maintenance of such accessories.