Substation Maintainer - 1st Class

The Opportunity  

Position Purpose:

To support the Substation crew by Installing, maintaining, trouble-shooting, testing, repairing, replacing, rebuilding and/or removing substation electrical equipment, protective relay devices and other associated components. 

Responsibilities:

1. To support the Substation crew by:
1. Planning, prioritizing, scheduling and coordinating assigned projects, inclusive of internal resources, outside contractors and/or customers.
2. Installing, maintaining, testing, calibrating, repairing and/or removing circuit breakers, circuit reclosures, load interrupters, switchgear assemblies, power transformers, storage battery sets and systems, control circuits, transducers, protective relay devices and other such electrical equipment and associated components.
3. Performing the design, layout, installation, maintenance, testing, calibration, repairs or removal of SCADA telemetry circuits and associated remote terminal units.
4. Performing the design, layout, fabrication, maintenance, repair or removal of electrical/mechanical systems and/or associated apparatus found in substations, buildings, vaults and rooms.
5. Troubleshooting to locate faults, performing functional checks to confirm proper operation, and calibrating to specifications on installed electrical/mechanical equipment and wiring using meters, indicators, computers and other electrical test instruments and equipment.
6. Organizing the pickup and delivery of equipment and tools.
7. Commissioning and decommissioning substations, substation equipment and associated wiring. 
8. Reading, interpreting, and maintaining an accurate record of blueprints, specifications, wiring diagrams and equipment maintenance.
9. Performing high voltage switching as directed by the Network Operating Department.
2. To ensure that Health and Safety requirements are met by:
1. Supporting and participating in regular Health and Safety meetings
2. Demonstrating leadership role in Corporate Health & Safety initiatives including conducting periodic department visits and attendance at internal safety meetings
3. To provide support to other management staff as required.
4. To perform other duties as assigned. 

Skills & Qualifications:

1. Successful completion of Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or recognized equivalent
2. MEA/EDA Substation Electrician Certificate or equivalent
3. Demonstrated knowledge of OHSA, EUSA and associated safety regulations
4. Must hold and maintain a valid Class “G” driver’s license
5. Experience in a multi-service utility environment an asset. 

How to Apply 

**FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY: Interested bargaining unit employees from across Alectra are eligible to apply to this posting. First consideration will be given to permanent employees in the bargaining unit where the vacancy originated. Second consideration will be given to all permanent employees in the other four bargaining units. Third consideration will be given to all temporary employees from all five bargaining units. All internal candidates will be contacted regarding the status of your submission and/or expression of interest. 

If you would like to be considered for this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume by clicking on the button below. 

Should you have any questions regarding this opportunity, or need assistance in applying for the posting, please send your inquiry to careers@alectrautilities.com. 

Alectra is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Should you require accommodation at any stage in the recruitment, assessment and selection process please consult with Alectra’s People Team. 

All internal candidates will be contacted regarding the status of your submission and/or expression of interest. For external candidates, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra.

January 2, 2019