Elexicon Energy is the fourth-largest municipally owned electricity distributor in Ontario. Our mission is to provide our customers with reliable, affordable energy services and to continuously improve to meet their needs, while ensuring the needs of our shareholders are met through sustainable growth.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Elexicon Energy we believe in living and leading our values through our daily actions. Our people are passionate about what they do and are engaged in day-to-day operations, projects and initiatives to support Our Why of empowering the communities we serve and helping customers create the possibilities that energize their future. This is an exciting time to join our growing team as we develop the strategies and plans to support a new brand and vision for customer centricity and operational excellence!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be very familiar with and work in compliance with safe work practices in accordance with IHSA rules and company policies and procedures.
• Be available to assume duties of the Lead Station Technician, if required, during their absence.
• Repair, replace, test, inspect, maintain and commission station assets such as, but not limited to the following: substation transformers, switches, fuses, breakers, switchgear, medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) cables, metering equipment and grounding.
• Use a variety of test equipment, and analyze results, associated with each station component being tested such as, but not limited to the following: HV Capacitance & Dissipation Factor Bridge, Turns Ratiometer, Winding Resistance, Insulation Resistance, Contact Resistance, Ground Resistance
• Install and upgrade protection and control (P&C) equipment, including relays and associated wiring within the breaker cubicles.
• Read and interpret electrical AC/DC schematics, AC three line, logic diagrams, single line diagrams and design installation drawings in order to complete projects or tasks.
• Set up and test installed equipment to completion of projects. Purchase required hardware and wiring as required to complete projects or tasks.
• Maintain and repair AC and DC service systems for the substations as required. Repair or replace defective items or equipment.
• Installation of low voltage and high voltage cables and associated terminations.
• Specify and purchase items as needed while remaining compliant with the company’s purchasing policy.
• Gather oil samples as required.
• Be familiar with codes and standards (OESC, NETA, etc.) as well remaining compliant with company policies and procedures, including its Construction Verification Program.
• Prepare station outage documentation in order to isolate station components while remaining compliant with the Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC).
• Perform duties of Permit Holder as specified in Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC).
• Investigate, diagnose and report on faults, failures, breakdowns and improper operations of the following:
• Substation transformers & associated equipment
• HV & MV Breakers, Switches, Reclosures (Air, SF6, Oil, Vacuum)
• HV & MV Lightning Arrestors, Insulators, Fuses
• HV & MV Cables
• Any other components within the station fence
• Collect scheduled and periodic substation data and maintain detailed substation loading and equipment information records
• Ensure substation components and structures, including yard and enclosure are in a secure, safe and clean condition
• Supervise and direct on-site work of contractors. Included in this direction is the supervision and inspection of work by outside contractors, ensuring their compliance with applicable codes, standards and Elexicon’s Construction Verification Program
• Research for data and specs for various pieces of equipment for upcoming jobs. Source parts and request quotations and prepare purchase requisitions
• Available to be part of an on-call rotation for after-hours trouble response
• Other duties as required may be considered part of these responsibilities

KEY SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with electrical distribution systems, knowledge of protection and control systems, SCADA is an asset
• Strong computer software and hardware skills
• Ability to investigate, diagnose and report on faults, failures, breakdowns and improper operations of the following:
• Substation transformers & associated equipment
• HV & MV Breakers, Switches, Reclosures (Air, SF6, Oil, Vacuum)
• HV & MV Lightning Arrestors, Insulators, Fuses
• HV & MV Cables
• An organized individual, able to speak and listen well, to generate organized understandable written documents, coupled with a self-motivated team player, with an analytical personality and excellent project management and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable with working at heights
• Safely and effectively use mobile crane and infrared thermographic equipment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Post-secondary education in Electrical Engineering Technician/ Technologist is an asset
• High School diploma (309A Construction and Maintenance Electrician License preferred)
• Journeyperson Substation Electrician Certificate
• 3-5 years' experience as a Stations Technician
• Must hold as a minimum a Class “G” license. Class “DZ” is preferred

Compensation Package: Hourly rate between $44.83 - $56.05, as per our collective agreement with Power Worker's Union (PWU) + Benefits + OMERS Pension Plan

The above range reflects the reasonable estimate for the position at the time of posting. Within the range, hiring compensation will be determined based on relevant qualifications, experience, skillset, education/ training, and other organizational needs.

Note: This posting is for a new position and a replacement position.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:
Elexicon Energy embraces and celebrates our collective diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace built on respect, support and collaboration.

Elexicon Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value an inclusive and supportive workplace which truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome all individuals to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, Indigenous/Métis status, or other legally protected status.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation is available upon request at any point during the recruitment process. If you require accommodation please email us at HR@elexiconenergy.com and we will work to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants; however, only those to be considered will be contacted.