Senior Inspector

Alectra, Inc.

$74K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Completion of Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
  • Journeyperson Powerline Technician or equivalent certification
  • Certified in Utility Safety Rules and Utility Work Protection Code
  • Knowledge of OHSA and safety regulations
  • Electrical knowledge with an understanding of ESA rules and regulations
  • Minimum five years of related experience

Responsibilities

  • Conduct electrical and civil inspections for compliance with specifications
  • Attend site meetings and hold work permits as needed
  • Access energized equipment and obtain necessary hold-offs
  • Perform and document contractor safety audits
  • Inspect and manage contractor performance around distribution systems
  • Ensure compliance with safety legislation and report unsafe conditions
  • Undertake additional duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Access to internal resources for career development
  • Opportunities for professional growth within Alectra
  • Supportive work environment focused on safety
  • Engagement in diverse and challenging projects
  • Potential for internal career advancement opportunities
Full Job Description
Senior Inspector (PWU)

#2026-149

Location:

Markham, (Addiscott)

Department:

Inspections & Locates

Number of Vacancies:

1

Hours per Week:

40

Rate of Pay:

$36.02/hr - $58.00/hr

Posting Open:

August 6, 2026

Posting Closed:

August 19, 2026

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Supervisor Lines, this position is responsible for performing electrical and civil inspection services to ensure compliance with Alectra specifications, standards, policies, and design. The incumbent is also responsible for the coordination and direction of projects with external utilities, contractors, and internal departments to ensure project construction complies with specifications, standards, policies and design procedures. Perform additional Senior duties as outlined below.

Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities
  • Perform all duties as described in the Inspector job description.
  • Attend site meetings (pre-construction) and hold work permits on job site when required.
  • Access energized transformers, switchgears and obtain hold-offs when required.
  • Performing and documenting contractor safety audits.
  • Inspecting, managing and documenting the performance of contractors while installing maintaining or working near the distribution plant.
  • Responsible for a working knowledge and understanding of and make all efforts reasonable to work in accordance with and ensuring work is done in compliance with the appropriate safety legislation, EUSR rules, Alectra policies and procedures and safe work practices that apply to the work while adhering to the internal responsibility system. Reports any unsafe conditions or observed unsafe work practices using Alectra procedures.
  • The incumbent may be asked to perform other related duties which may be assigned from time to time.


Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Education & Specialized Knowledge
  • Successful completion of Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent.
  • Journeyperson Powerline Technician certificate or Journeyman Underground Power Cable Technician or equivalent.
  • Certified in the Utility Safety Rules and Utility Work Protection Code.
  • Requires working knowledge of the OHSA, O.Reg. 22/04, Alectra Construction Verification Program, and other safety-related regulations.
  • Electrical knowledge.
  • Strong understanding of ESA rules and regulations as applicable to the construction and maintenance of electrical distribution systems.


Experience
  • Minimum five (5) years related experience.
  • Three (3) years Journeyman experience preferred.


Skills/Abilities/Competencies
  • Proficient computer skills.
  • Must hold and maintain a valid class G driver's license.
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics and civil drawings.
  • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with co-workers and members of the public to achieve positive outcomes for the company.


Working Conditions

  • Work involves considerable levels of unpleasant conditions or hazards, resulting in moderate discomfort or risk of danger - work is performed predominately outdoors.


Ready to Apply?

If this opportunity aligns with your aspirations and excites you, we encourage you to apply! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the next step in in energizing your future within Alectra.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. To be considered an internal applicant, you MUST apply via Dayforce using your Alectra email address.

*First consideration will be given to permanent employees in the PWU bargaining unit.

**As per the Collective Agreement, any permanent new hire in their bargaining unit must remain in their current position for at least twelve (12) months prior to commencing a new position.

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