Halton Hills Hydro | Engineering Technician

The MEARIE Group

$79K — $114K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of a 2-year Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technician program
  • Registered as a Certified Engineering Technician (C. Tech.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.)
  • Minimum of 3 years related experience preferred
  • Familiarity with electrical distribution utility and load management of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) is an asset
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD; familiarity with SpidaCalc, GIS, and SCADA systems considered an asset
  • Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and adept at managing multiple projects
  • Valid Ontario Class G Driver's license with a clean driving record

Responsibilities

  • Design and prepare cost estimates and work order packages for electricity distribution projects
  • Conduct construction site inspections to ensure compliance with standards
  • Monitor project progress and prepare reports
  • Develop construction standards and material specifications
  • Provide technical specifications to utility personnel, customers, and contractors
  • Prepare documentation and coordinate DER connection projects
  • Assist with project budget estimates
  • Coordinate project schedules with Operations and contractors

Benefits

  • Competitive total compensation package and clothing allowance
  • Comprehensive health and dental benefits, life insurance, and wellness package
  • Participation in OMERS pension plan
  • Opportunities for training and professional development
  • Direct experience in a highly regulated industry
  • Work environment with a strong commitment to safety
  • Chance to make an impact within an experienced utility team
Full Job Description
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Halton Hills Hydro Inc. is currently seeking a dynamic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of Engineering Technician. This role is in-person, working from our Acton office. Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, the successful candidate will design, prepare cost estimates and work order packages for various electricity distribution system projects.

DUTIES:
  • Design and prepare cost estimates, contracts, and work order packages for various electricity distribution system projects including overhead, underground (for new, rebuild and subdivisions), new and upgraded service design (residential, commercial, industrial), and obtain all necessary approvals required for construction in accordance with approved standards;
  • Construction site inspection to ensure work is done in accordance with our Construction Verification Program per O.Reg. 22/04; Gather and maintain field and office records for permanent records;
  • Monitor progress of projects and prepare reports;
  • Prepare and provide input in the development of construction standards and material specifications;
  • Supply technical and installation specifications to others, including utility personnel, customers, contractors, regulators, road authorities and consultants;
  • Prepare Distributed Energy Resource (DER) connection projects including project coordination with customers, preparing documentation and contracts, connection estimates, drawings, and updating utility personnel and regulatory agencies as needed;
  • Assist with asset management programs;
  • Coordinate and schedule construction of projects with Operations and contractors;
  • Prepare annual budgetary estimates;
  • Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Education: Graduate of a 2-year Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technician program; Preference will be given to those with a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
  • Professional Association: Must be registered as a Certified Engineering Technician (C. Tech.) or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) with O.A.C.E.T.T. (or be currently registered as an Associate Member);
  • Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 3 years related experience
  • Experience with electrical distribution utility, load management of DER's, electric vehicles is considered an asset
  • Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Proficiency with SpidaCalc, GIS, and SCADA systems will be considered an asset
  • Skills: Must be detailed oriented, self-motivated, able to manage multiple projects with varying deadlines, be adaptive and innovative in their assignments and providing support to team members and customers, and have a strong commitment to safety
  • Other: Must possess a valid Ontario Class G Driver's license with recent driving experience and a good driving record

WHAT WE OFFER:
  • $38.22 - $54.89 per hour commensurate with experience;
  • Competitive total compensation package and clothing allowance.
  • Comprehensive health, dental benefits, life insurance and wellness package;
  • Participation in OMERS pension plan;
  • Opportunity to make a difference and 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:

Visit Our Careers Page: Careers - Halton Hills Hydro

https://haltonhillshydro.com/about/careers/ to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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