Engineering Technologist - Construction | Oakville Hydro

Oakville Hydro delivers reliable and safe electricity to more than 77,000 individuals, families, and businesses in the Town of Oakville.  The company maintains an active commitment to conservation, safety, and is strongly invested in the social and economic well-being of the Oakville community.  Oakville Hydro is a two-time recipient of the Local Distribution Company Performance Excellence Award from the Electricity Distributors Association, as well as a Centre of Excellence Award from the Canadian Electricity Association.  Oakville Hydro has also been recognized as one of Canada’s Safest Employers.

At Oakville Hydro, we believe that our continued success as an industry leader is due to our innovative, customer focused, team-oriented employees who continually strive to exceed customer expectations and take pride in all areas of our businesses.

Successful Oakville Hydro employees:

• Are customer-centric – they understand and embrace the role of delivering exemplary service
• Lead – they lead by example through their actions and attitudes
• Innovate – they look for opportunities to improve, do things differently, and add value for our customers and business
• Commit to Excellence – in all that they do

We promote a culture that is diverse, inclusive, innovative, and performance driven in an environment that is fun and exciting.  Individuals who choose to be a part of our organization are offered:

• Potential to lead innovative projects and initiatives
• Career path exploration and development opportunities
• Opportunities to get involved with teams and charitable events that support the community
• Comprehensive total reward package

Engineering Technologist - Construction

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic individual with exceptional customer service and technical skills. The Engineering Technologist, Construction, coordinates field construction activities associated with electrical service connections for residential, commercial, and industrial developments, as well as distribution system rebuild and infrastructure renewal projects. The role serves as the primary liaison between field construction and the engineering and design teams, ensuring work is executed in accordance with OH standards, approved designs, and project schedules.

Duties include:

• Coordinate field construction activities associated with electrical distribution projects, including service connections, system upgrades, and infrastructure renewal work
• Liaise with contractors, developers, consultants, and internal teams to facilitate construction activities and support the timely delivery of projects
• Monitor construction progress and coordinate project schedules to support the efficient execution of the construction program
• Conduct field reviews of construction work to verify installations align with OH standards, specifications, and certified design drawings
• Identify deficiencies or non-compliant installations that require corrective action prior to acceptance of work
• Coordinate the resolution of field issues by facilitating communication between contractors, engineering, and internal stakeholders, including coordinating escalations and supporting engineering review of field conditions
• Support the implementation of approved design revisions during construction
• Assist with construction planning, including field investigations, material coordination, and preparation of supporting documentation such as bills of material, work orders, and design support
• Support the administration of construction contracts, including tracking progress, coordinating work activities, reviewing contractor quantity submissions and invoice documentation for accuracy, and identifying issues impacting project delivery
• Maintain accurate records of construction activities, installed assets, and project documentation
• Conduct site safety audits and observations to verify adherence to applicable safety requirements and report any concerns to the constructor and internal stakeholders
• Other duties assigned by supervisor

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of a 3-year Engineering Technology diploma or a 4-year Engineering degree from a recognized post-secondary institution
• Registered as a Certified Engineering Technologist with O.A.C.E.T.T., or licenced Professional Engineer with PEO (or be eligible for registration)
• Minimum 5 years relevant field experience with an electrical utility or related company
• Extensive use and strong knowledge of design work and project management
• Sound knowledge and understanding of electrical theory, and familiarity with power system operations, practices, and installation standards
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft office programs, and related computer software applications
• Experience in safety as it relates to design and job planning
• Valid Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence with an excellent driving record
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation)

Other Success Factors:

• Brand ambassador – enable, engage, encourage, and exemplify the behaviours of the brand
• Innovate – engage colleagues and find new ways to work and win
• Stay a step ahead – make it a priority to be in-tune with key industry knowledge, best practices, and disruptors
• Communicate – stay informed of company events, industry news, and advancement in technologies
• Is a creative thinker with strong planning, organization, and execution skills
• Is agile, responsive, and displays a sense of urgency
• Demonstrate flexibility and projects a positive and professional demeanor
• Leverage technology to advance process optimization
• Display a keen attention to detail and can prioritize accordingly in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• Is forward thinking with a proactive mindset
• Embrace a culture of innovation and continuous improvement
• Is a fast learner who can adapt to an ever-changing environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills that build relationships with both internal and external clients
• Is self-motivated, with the ability to work independently or as part of team

Please send your resume with the position title in the subject line, to PeopleandCulture@oakvillehydro.com

Oakville Hydro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Oakville Hydro will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform People Excellence team of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.