Substation Electrician Apprentice/ Burlington Hydro

Substation Electrician Apprentice

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Burlington Hydro Inc. (“BHI”) is seeking an Substation Electrician Apprentice. Reporting to the Supervisor, Station Maintenance, the successful candidate must enroll and work towards completing the MEARIE Substation Electrician certification program by satisfying the hours and training requirements for certification.  As the incumbent’s skill level improves, they will work towards the following objectives based on the Supervisor’s direction.  Once certified, the incumbent will be responsible for testing, installing, and maintaining equipment in substations, cable testing and fault locating of underground plant, transformer testing and maintaining all electrical maintenance. Candidates will be required to comply and be familiar with Company work practices and standards, operating rules, and regulations, as well as all pertinent OHSA regulations. This is a full-time unionized position.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with the installation, repair and maintenance of all substation equipment
• Perform electrical and mechanical testing on substation equipment as needed
• Conduct routine equipment maintenance such as breakers, protection relays, battery chargers and batteries
• Conduct routine maintenance of main office and substation buildings
• Investigate and troubleshoot substation faults and failures
• Install, maintain and repair AC and DC substation service systems
• Test and maintain distribution transformers
• Collect scheduled and periodic substation data and maintain detailed substation equipment and maintenance records
• Perform cable testing, cable locating and fault locating of underground plant
• Assist in emergency and on-call situations as required
• Recalibrate protective devices, substation SCADA and System Intelligent Devices and System Network Configuration
• Review and revise related electrical and mechanical prints, drawings and diagrams using AutoCAD
• All other duties as assigned

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma program from a Community College or equivalent work experience

• Possess and maintain a valid G Class Ontario Drivers’ License with a clean abstract

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Ability to complete the MEARIE Substation Electrician certification program requirements
• Proficiency in interpreting work orders, specifications, standards, and blueprints/drawings
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with excellent reading comprehension and mathematical abilities
• Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels and provide positive interactions with the public
• Possess and maintain a level of physical fitness essential for the demands of the job, including the ability to confidently work at heights, climb structures, and perform tasks in confined spaces
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications with the ability to adapt to new software and systems; familiarity with AutoCAD is an asset
• Proven commitment to safety and maintaining a strong attendance record

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1945, Burlington Hydro is a local distribution company (LDC) serving the City of Burlington, with a total licensed service area of 188 square kilometres and a customer base of 69,500 customers (consisting of Residential, General Service, Street Light, and Unmetered Scattered Load customers/connections).

At Burlington Hydro, we strive to exemplify excellence in every aspect of our business. From the rigorous work of our engineers and the professionalism of our customer service representatives to our resilient operations crews and all those in between, we work together to deliver value at every level of the organization. It is a value proposition that lies at the very core of our company – caring for people, community, stewardship, and sustainability – all with a commitment to continuous improvement in everything we do.

We rely on the skills and abilities of all our employees to assist us in reaching our mission, goals, and objectives. We emphasize our core values and expect all employees to act consistently in accordance with those Values. 

We care about our team, work, customers, and our business. Our commitment to delivering quality service and providing a safe work environment governs our daily activities. Each team member has a responsibility to help one another achieve success and satisfaction on the job. Vision and strategy are vital, but it is our people who create value.

We promote a performance-driven, values-centric, diverse, and inclusive culture. We’re always looking for good people who share the same values and want to combine their professional talents with a commitment to our goals.

To be part of our team, we look for candidates who:

• Thrive in a dynamic team environment and resilient in the face of challenges or uncertainty
• Are committed to safety and working as part of a team to ensure the highest standards of safety are upheld
• Take initiative, lead by example, demonstrate a positive attitude and are respectful of diverse perspectives
• Have a strong track record of excellence in all that they do

In exchange, we offer the following:

• Competitive compensation
• Safe working conditions
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits for you and your family
• Defined benefits pension plan
• Work that makes an impact and exciting career challenges
• Learning and development opportunities
• An open and inclusive work environment

To be part of our team, we look for candidates who exemplify the following competencies:

1. Drive for Results – Achieving goals, striving for excellence, and managing work deliverables and processes effectively.
2. Accountability – Understanding your role responsibilities and following through on those commitments without directing blame onto others when faced with challenges.
3. Managing Risk – Understanding your role in helping to manage risks or liability to BHI’s reputation, financial, organization, health and safety or human capital risk.
4. Lead by Example - Demonstrating a positive attitude, motivating others through your behaviour and actions with an intention to inspire others by modelling the way by ‘walking the talk’.
5. Teamwork & Relationship Management - Developing collaborative relationships within and beyond the team with internal stakeholders across the company and with external stakeholders.
6. Critical Thinking – Developing informed decisions by evaluating different sources of information, identifying patterns, and determining underlying issues across situations of varying complexity.
7. Innovative Change Leader – Creating new or innovative solutions, generating enthusiasm, and readily adapting to change. Being innovative can be both small and large scale.

APPLICATIONS

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume by clicking here. The deadline to apply is October 4, 2024.

Diversity & Inclusion: Burlington Hydro Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences and those needing accommodation to apply to join our team. Our commitment to excellence in diversity goes beyond promoting equity. By incorporating a variety of experiences and perspectives, we create opportunities for innovative solutions and maximize the impact of our work. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Burlington Hydro Inc. will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please email our Human Resources team at BHI_Human_Resources@burlingtonhydro.com. Please note that this email is for accommodation requests only; resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

Application Process: All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Burlington Hydro will be using email to communicate with you for all job opportunities. You are responsible for including an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. We recommend that you check your email regularly, and if no response is received, we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that the successful candidate will require a full background check, including a criminal record check. If it is determined that any background check information provided is misleading, inaccurate, or incorrect, Burlington Hydro reserves the right to discontinue the consideration of your application.

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