Systems Operator
Are you a certified Municipal Electrical Operator capable of working various shifts in a 24/7 operations environment? If so, consider joining London Hydro as a Systems Operator.
Working under the direction of the Electric Operations Supervisor, or designate, you will control and operate electric and water distribution systems, assess emergencies, and respond appropriately to resolve problems.
JOB DUTIES
As part of your responsibilities as a Systems Operator, you will:
Assign work and provide work direction to Assistant Systems Operator.
Create and issue switching operations.
Issue work permits, hold-offs and condition guarantees.
Control and monitor London Hydro electrical and City of London water equipment and alarms through SCADA.
Coordinate activities of internal departments and external businesses to interrupt and restore service.
Answer customer inquiries and requests for service, and dispatch appropriate personnel.
Maintain required blueprints, records, service orders and logs.
Number electric utility apparatus.
Enter attribute information into SCADA database, and create and maintain single line diagrams.
Assist London Hydro staff and contractors with switching application forms.
Receive customer payments for account arrears after regular office hours.
Receive requests for hydro locates, arrange appointments and give verbal locates over the telephone.
Cooperate with Ambulance, Fire and Police departments during emergencies.
Use personal computer and associated software such as SCADA, SAP, GIS, OMS and Microsoft Office proficiently.
Assist in the training of apprentices and learners.
Adhere to all Occupational Health & Safety Act rules and regulations, the E&USA rule book, London Hydro work practices and London Hydro’s Health & Safety Management System.
Perform other job-related duties.
QUALIFICATIONS
A community college graduate from an Electrical Engineering Technician program or equivalent, you also bring the following credentials to the position of Systems Operator:
A valid Class G driver’s licence.
Eligibility for OACETT registration.
An MEA Journeyman Municipal Electrical Operator Certificate.
Ability to work various shifts, as required, to provide 24/7 coverage.
About London Hydro
For over a century, London Hydro has been providing safe, affordable and reliable electricity to a diverse customer base. We are one of the area’s larger employers, with a highly skilled and motivated team of people across many different occupations. Through this dedicated team and an extensive network of overhead and underground power lines, we power over 150,000 homes and businesses, and continue to improve the way people live and work.
For more information and to apply
To find out more about London Hydro, as well as this and other opportunities to join our team, please visit our website at www.londonhydro.com. If you are both qualified and safety-focused, we invite you to send your resume, by Monday, September 12, 2016, to: Human Resources Department, London Hydro Inc., P.O. Box 2700, London, ON N6A 4H6. Fax: 519-661-5164. E-mail (quote Systems Operator in the subject line and ensure that you attach your resume): jobs@londonhydro.com. The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record Check prior to the commencement of employment. An education check will also be conducted.
London Hydro is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
While we appreciate all applications received, only those invited for an interview will be acknowledged. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.
In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
August 29, 2016
