SUBSTATION FOREPERSON
Looking for a career in which you can perform hands-on technical work on a range of complex electrical equipment as well as be in a position of leadership to advise others based on your technical knowledge and experience?
This position is located in beautiful Cornwall, Ontario, which is a safe and friendly growing community located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. Reporting to the Manager, Technical Services, Eastern Ontario, the Substation Foreperson, will be responsible for transmission and distribution substation operations of Eastern Region; including construction, upgrading, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The incumbent is also responsible for system control room operations. Experience and expertise in hands-on substation maintenance and construction, substation protection and control, metering, SCADA, GIS & OMS, and control room operations are valuable assets.
The successful candidate will have practical knowledge of industry rules, common electrical utility practices and regulations (such as but not limited to the OEB, CEC, and IHSA). Candidates will have a working knowledge of electrical utility operations, with a foundation of power systems and distribution system planning. This will be in addition to excellent communication and interpersonal skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Along with establishing and maintaining positive customer relationships, the incumbent in this position will foster harmonious labour relations, seek process improvement opportunities as well as ensure compliance to Company polices and all applicable legislation. If you happen to have a positive attitude, be seeking a rewarding career, an opportunity to work both independently and be part of a collaborative/dynamic team with an attractive compensation package and more - we encourage you to apply.
What makes you a successful candidate?
Submit your cover letter and resume through the Career Opportunities page on www.cornwallelectric.com.
This opportunity will remain open until filled.
We thank all respondents, however due to volume we will only contact those selected for an interview.
Cornwall Electric, together with FortisOntario, is committed to nurturing a positive, professional, and equal opportunity workforce. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, we are equipped to accommodate individual needs identified to us throughout our hiring process.