Electrical Maintainer

“An energy company powering sustainable communities.”

JOB POSTING

ELECTRICAL MAINTAINER

We have a vacancy in our Operations Division for an Electrical Maintainer.  

The successful candidate will have the following minimum qualifications: 

• Demonstrated company values, in particular respect in the workplace, ethics and working safely.

• Grade 12 education

• Completed four year Substation Electrician apprenticeship program or Community college diploma in electrical/electronics technology with eligibility for MEARIE Sub-Station Electrician program certification

• High regard for personal and public safety in a team setting

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude including “hands on” proficiency

• Solid understanding of basic electric circuit theory.

• Minimum of a valid Class ‘DZ’ driver’s license

• Radial Boom Derrick license eligibility 

• Ability to perform standby duties, including responding to emergency callouts within thirty minutes, upon request

• Familiar with power transformers and other station electrical and mechanical equipment

• Knowledge of electrical and other safety procedures when working on site

• Proficient in inspection, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of electrical equipment

• Understand, practice and reinforce IHSA Safety Rules, Occupational Health and Safety Act and all other applicable legislation

• Understand and apply the Utility Work Protection Code as required

• Knowledge of Ontario Electrical Safely Code

• Knowledge of hazards and safe practices when using hydraulic lifting equipment

• First Aid/CPR trained

• Forklift/Skidsteer Operator Certificate 

The duties and responsibilities of this position include: 

• Regularly inspect and troubleshoot issues with stations, building, underground, and manhole equipment,

• Complete primary switching operations as directed by control room switching orders, including establishing safe work areas under the Utility Work Protection Code 

• Repair transformers, capacitor banks, streetlight, and distribution equipment.

• Work around primary voltages and within confined spaces

• Maintain, calibrate and outsource as required small tools, electronic equipment, testing equipment and gas detectors.

• Maintain building control system, including working with software vendors and the IT Department for all necessary troubleshooting and software or hardware maintenance and upgrades.

• Maintenance and repair of Guelph Hydro buildings as required, including HVAC systems - change filters, lubricate motors and bearings.

• Maintenance of building electrical systems.          

• Other duties as assigned 

Apprentices or applicants with equivalent experience will be considered providing they have the ability to become journeypersons within a reasonable period of time. 

An up to date resume and cover letter addressed to the attention of Nicole Mailloux, Vice-President of Human Resources, should be submitted to Human Resources (Guelph Hydro Electric Systems Inc., 395 Southgate Drive, Guelph, ON N1G 4Y1) or emailed to hr@guelphhydro.com no later than 4:00 p.m., May 27, 2015.  Applicants should clearly outline the reasons for their interest in this position and their qualifications. 

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Guelph Hydro Electric Systems Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

May 15, 2015