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Underground Locator
GrandBridge Energy Inc., formed in May 2022 as the result of the merger of the former Brantford Power Inc. and Energy+ Inc., is the eighth largest municipally owned electricity distributor in Ontario. GrandBridge Energy delivers safe and reliable electricity to 109,000 customers in the City of Brantford, the City of Cambridge, the County of Brant and the Township of North Dumfries. The team provides safe and reliable energy solutions that are strengthened by an unwavering commitment to service excellence.
GrandBridge Energy is recruiting for an Underground Locator to report to our Operations South Office in Brantford. This position will be fully responsible for locating underground hydro cables in an accurate manner to ensure the safety of the individuals involved, to prevent damage to our system and to provide additional recommendations. This position will review and organize locate requests and communicate with responsible person(s) on the job site to determine work to be performed. You will be required to competently connect locate devices to outside meter stacks and connect to live wires and/or to main switch. This position will work alongside the Engineering and Operations teams to obtain accurate locate requests, provide technical advice, information, updates and respond to emergencies. This position requires a clear communicator who will deal on a regular basis with customers as well as other utilities including Bell Canada, Union Gas, Rogers Cable TV, Contractors, and the Municipalities. You will work primarily in our South Service area but will also assist in the North area as required.
We are looking for an individual with three years of Utility or related experience as a locator and is fully competent in all areas relating to underground locates. You must have knowledge of the specifications and safe work practices in the E&USA Rule Book, ESA Regulation and OH&SA essential. A valid Class “G” vehicle licence in good standing is required. The ideal candidate has excellent communication, problem solving and interpersonal skills and is physically fit to work outdoors in all-weather conditions.
The terms and conditions of employment for this position are governed but the collective agreement between GrandBridge Energy Inc. and Local Union 636 of the IBEW.
Employment is contingent upon your provision of proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical reasons or based on creed, we would ask that you kindly provide satisfactory evidence in support of an accommodation under the Human Rights Code.
We offer an excellent working environment, career path exploration and development opportunities, a comprehensive total rewards package, and opportunities to get involved with teams and charitable events that support and make a difference in our community. To become a member of our team, please forward your resume by November 29, 2022, to careers@grandbridgeenergy.com. When applying for the position, please quote “Underground Locator” in the subject line.
GrandBridge Energy
150 Savannah Oaks Dr,
Brantford, Ontario N3V 1E8
or email: careers@grandbridgeenergy.com
Check us out at https://grandbridgeenergy.com/
We appreciate the opportunity to review all resumes, however due to volume, only those under consideration will be contacted. We retain all resumes for a period of 12 months. In the event a similar position becomes available, your application may be considered.
GrandBridge Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is AODA compliant.
