Electrical Operator (Journeyperson/Apprentice)
$70,137,600–$112,070,400 year
On-siteBurlington, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Monitor substations, lines, and loads within Burlington Hydro's Sub Transmission and Distribution Systems while maintaining control through daily operations. Prepare Work Protection Forms and Switching Orders, oversee switching operations for maintenance, and dispatch work crews with hold-offs on breakers. Field calls, coordinate system operations with Hydro One and neighbouring LDCs, and update system status in Geographic Information System (GIS). Enter data, log events, prepare reports, and assist with maintenance duties and drawing verifications. Work in compliance with all safe work practices, rules, and regulations. Requires a rotating 24/7 shift schedule, 365 days a year, with on-call and emergency duties requiring arrival within one hour.
Required Qualifications
- Electrical Engineering Technologist degree or diploma from an accredited post-secondary institution
- Certification as a Journeyperson Electrical Operator under the MEARIE Electrical Operator program (or equivalent)
- Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC) certification
- Valid Class G Ontario driver's licence with a clean abstract
- All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada
- A complete background check, including a criminal record check
Desired Qualifications
- First Aid and CPR certification
- Demonstrated knowledge of System Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Customer Information System (CIS), Geographic Information System (GIS), and AutoCAD
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new software and systems
- Strong verbal, written, and mathematical skills
- Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and teamwork abilities
- Ability to stay composed under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
- Willingness and ability to work on a rotating 24/7 shift schedule, 365 days of the year, and to be readily available for on-call and emergency duties, with the ability to arrive on-site within one hour of being called
- Strong knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices
- Reliable, energetic, and motivated with a proven safety and attendance record
- The ability to complete the certification program requirements
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