SENIOR ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIST/TECHNICIAN

Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is a community-focused electric distribution utility servicing approximately 23,000 homes and businesses across a 281sq. km service territory within the Town of Halton Hills. Located 15 minutes north of the 401, our office is accessible by GO Train and bus, and falls within a 35km radius of major urban centres, such as Guelph, Milton, Brampton, Mississauga, Cambridge, and Orangeville. The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine. 
At Halton Hills Hydro, safety for our employees and the community is our number one priority; we care about our work, our customers, and our business. We have a commitment to delivering quality service and each member of our team has a responsibility to help one another achieve success and satisfaction on the job. HHHI is regulated by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB).
Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of Senior Engineering Technologist/Technician. Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will be a member of the senior engineering team preparing design and cost estimates, work order packages for various electricity distribution system projects, providing mentorship for Engineering Technicians, and participating in stakeholder technical committees.
DUTIES:
The duties for this position will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Plan and design overhead and underground distribution, sub-transmission, and substation projects for capital, recoverable, and maintenance work;
Prepare project estimates, work orders, bills of materials, letters, permits, agreements as required to expand and maintain the electrical facilities and distribution system;
Plan, design, and maintain utility SCADA system including alarm monitoring, data analytics, develop test procedures for data acquisition, and make recommendations to the Manager;
Coordinate, monitor, and evaluate projects and budgets to ensure on scheduled completion;
Review and respond to 3rd party attachment applications for O.Reg. 22/04 compliance including general tracking of applications in database and issuing of permits;
Process distributed generation applications, prepare Offers to Connect, Agreements, drawings, and oversee projects through connection, and update databases;
Prepare distribution system load modelling and fault current reports;
Research and prepare new and revised construction standards and purchasing specifications, including making recommendations to the Manager;
Inspect work of electrical consultants, developers, and municipal agencies to ensure their plans and work are acceptable to and meet Halton Hills Hydro Inc. standards;
Provide support and guidance to Engineering Technicians and Operations on various subjects;
Review and comment on municipal development applications;
Attend municipal or regional working groups/technical committees where HHH is a stakeholder;
Adhere to all Occupational Health & Safety Act rules and regulations, the IHSA Rule Book and HHH policies and procedures;
Wear personal protective equipment as required;
Perform other duties as required.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduate of Community College in an Electrical Engineering Technology Program, Technician Program or equivalent; Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is an asset;
Minimum 7 years of experience in design and project management related to subdivision, underground and overhead distribution projects;
Experience with AutoCAD; Experience with SpidaCalc and SCADA systems will be considered an asset;
Self-motivated and an independent learner able to work confidently with some or little instruction;
Registered with OACETT as a Certified Technician; Certified Engineering Technologist (preferred); P.Eng. is an asset;
Must possess a valid Ontario Class G Driver’s license with a good driving record.
WHAT WE OFFER: 

Comprehensive total compensation package;
Opportunity to work with an experienced utility team;
Direct experience within a highly regulated industry;
Working in an environment with a strong commitment to safety;
Training and development support and opportunities.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Email your detailed resume, in confidence, to hr@haltonhillshydro.com;
Use Sr. ENG. TECH. for your subject line;
Indicate in the body of your email where you saw this posting.
Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.  Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.
 
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

JOURNEYPERSON POWERLINE TECHNICIAN

Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is a community-focused electric distribution utility servicing approximately 23,000 homes and businesses across a 281sq. km service territory within the Town of Halton Hills. Located 15 minutes north of the 401, our office is accessible by GO Train and bus, and falls within a 35km radius of major urban centres, such as Guelph, Milton, Brampton, Mississauga, Cambridge, and Orangeville. The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine.
At Halton Hills Hydro, safety for our employees and the community is our number one priority; we care about our work, our customers, and our business. We have a commitment to delivering quality service and each member of our team has a responsibility to help one another achieve success and satisfaction on the job. HHHI is regulated by the Ontario Energy Board (OEB). 
We are currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of Journeyperson Powerline Technician. This position reports to the Operations Supervisor.  The successful candidate will be required to perform weekly standby duty, emergency and planned overtime on a regular basis and, therefore, must reside within a 35 km radius of the Acton Office.
DUTIES:
The duties for this position will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Construction, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the electrical distribution system, including overhead and underground of various voltages (up to and including 44kV);
Perform live line work on overhead and underground electrical distribution lines of up to 44kV;
Weekly standby duty; emergency and planned overtime;
Manage ESA permits and necessary locate requirements;
Service and trouble-shoot electrical related issues;
Ensure all work meets ESA and internal requirements;
Responsible for completing work / service orders within the allotted time frames;
Ensure all installation/service work is done according to quality standards;
Report and communicate according to company procedures;
Assist with work overflow as needed;
Follow all company policies and procedures;
Adhere to all company safety policies; report all near-miss and incidents immediately;
Complete paperwork as required – job Planning, tailboards, timesheets, traffic planning
Performance of all work within health and safety regulations, company standards, industry standards and applicable regulatory codes;
Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification as a Journeyperson Powerline Technician;
Excellent knowledge of the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines;
Must be literate and able to perform manual mathematical calculations involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division;
Ability to read blueprints and interpret drawings;

Dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment for the protection of fellow employees and the general public. Must have an excellent safety record and continually demonstrate safe working habits and mechanical aptitude
Understand and practice EUSR Safety Rules, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, ESA requirements and all other applicable legislation and safe work practices;

Current certificates in First Aid, CPR and WHMIS;
Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that includes heavy lifting, stretching and pulling, climbing, working at heights and extreme weather conditions;
Proven interpersonal skills and practical experience effectively dealing with challenging customers and situations using tact and diplomacy;
Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify and consider alternatives, and make recommendations on alternative directions;
Must be able to demonstrate focus and attention to detail. Must be organised;
Experience in the areas of safety, teambuilding, efficiency and productivity;
A valid Ontario’s Driver’s License in good standing with Class “DZ”;
Basic computer knowledge;
Must be in excellent physical condition to perform the duties. 
WHAT WE OFFER:

Comprehensive total compensation package;
Recognise prior years’ experience as a PLT at other companies to establish vacation entitlement;
Opportunity to work with an experienced utility team;
Direct experience within a highly regulated industry;
Working in an environment with a strong commitment to safety;
Training and development support and opportunities.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Email your detailed resume, in confidence, to hr@haltonhillshydro.com;
Use JOURNEYPERSON for your subject line;
Indicate in the body of your email where you saw this posting.
 
Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.  Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance.
We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.