Apprentice, Station Maintenance Technician (PWU)

Posting# 2026-060 & 083

Department: Station Sustainment Brampton (Kennedy)
Number of Vacancies: 2
Hours per Week: 40
Rate of Pay: Starting Rate: $36.29/hr
Balance 1**st Year: $39.92/hr
2**nd Year: $43.91/hr
3**rd Year: $48.30/hr
4**th Year: $53.13/hr
Journeyperson: $58.44/hr
Posting Open: April 27, 2026
Posting Closed: May 8, 2026

At Alectra, we energize a brighter future by empowering our workforce through the talent of tomorrow's bright minds. We promote a culture that encourages collaboration, celebrates innovation and supports lifelong learning*. We are committed* to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds and has the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Position Purpose:

We're looking for a motivated Apprentice, Station Maintenance Technician eager to learn and grow under the guidance of experienced Lead Hand Stations Techs. As an apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience with installation, commissioning, inspection, maintenance, repairs and data gathering of substation equipment including station facilities, switchgear, power transformers, capacitors and capacitor banks, circuit breakers, DC systems, switches, monitoring equipment, etc. setting the foundation for a rewarding career as a Station Maintenance Technician. Join Alectra and take the next step in your professional journey!

If you meet the following criteria, we welcome you to apply:

Education & Specialized Knowledge

• Successful completion of Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or recognized equivalent
• Completion of a 2 or 3 year community college diploma in electrical technology is considered an asset
• Must hold and maintain a Class “G” driver’s license in good standing, “DZ” or “AZ” driver’s license is considered an asset

Experience

• 2 years of practical electrical experience or recognized equivalent is an asset

• Previous co-op experience with Alectra Utilities is an asset

Below is the job description of a Station Maintenance Technician. During your apprenticeship you will be trained on all aspects of the job progressively over the apprenticeship period.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and repair municipal station (MS) and transformer station (TS) facilities, transformers, monitoring equipment, switches, switchgear, U.P.S. systems, dc systems, circuit breakers, capacitor banks, standby diesel generators, and other ancillary equipment.
• Perform electrical and diagnostic tests on power and distribution transformers within the station, circuit breakers, dc systems to verify integrity of components and predict potential failures. Maintain and update information on Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and other databases.
• Commission and De-commission substations, substations equipment and associated wiring.
• Supervise contractors to ensure work is carried out in compliance with corporate standards and safety rules and regulations.
• Perform thermographic scanning on electrical equipment to identify potential problems or flaws to minimize equipment failure.
• Liaise with external agencies such as Hydro One, equipment manufacturers, and consultants.
• Ensures safe and efficient operation of TS’s and MS’s through periodic documented inspections, reports and effects repairs on any deficiencies utilizing the CMMS.
• Ensure all TS’s and MS’s are kept in a state of good repair and are clear from debris, weeds and clutter.
• Conduct tailboard conference and safety orientation with staff, contractors, and project team as required.
• Participate in training apprentices and students.
• Organize and coordinate daily work schedules as directed by Supervisor.
• Complete daily timesheets and maintains current CVOR log.
• Responsible for an understanding and working knowledge 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

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

• We offer comprehensive benefits. From health and wellness programs to financial security though our Defined Benefit Pension Plan – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family.
• We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
• We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
  • Time off: At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.
  • Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click on the link below and click on the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. *Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.*

Alectra Careers Page

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

Note: To be considered as an internal candidate you MUST use your Alectra email address when applying to jobs. This will link your application to your Dayforce Profile.

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact careers@alectra.com. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment

At Alectra, we’re committed to energizing a brighter future through innovation and responsible technology use. While we may use digital tools to support the efficiency of our recruitment process, we do not use AI to identify or screen candidates. Applications are personally reviewed by either a member of the Talent Acquisition team or one of the hiring leaders, ensuring a fair and human-centered experience for all applicants.