Maintenance Electrician Apprentice

ABOUT THIS ROLE Burlington Hydro Inc. (“BHI”) is seeking a Substation Electrician Apprentice to join our team. Reporting to the Supervisor, Stations, the successful candidate will enroll in the MEARIE Substation Electrician certification program and work toward completing the required hours and training for certification. Under the direction of the Supervisor, the apprentice will progressively develop skills and take on increasing responsibilities, including testing, installing, and maintaining substation equipment, performing cable testing and fault locating for underground systems, and conducting transformer testing and electrical maintenance. Once certified, the incumbent will be responsible for independently carrying out these tasks. This is an on-site position at 1340 Brant Street, Burlington, and is a unionized role governed by the collective agreement. Assist with the installation, repair and maintenance of all substation equipment

Perform electrical and mechanical testing on substation equipment as needed

Conduct routine equipment maintenance such as breakers, protection relays, battery chargers and batteries

Conduct routine maintenance of main office and substation buildings

Test and maintain distribution transformers

Collect scheduled and periodic substation data and maintain detailed substation equipment and maintenance records

Perform cable testing, cable locating and fault locating of underground plant

Assist in emergency and on-call situations as required

Recalibrate protective devices, substation SCADA and System Intelligent Devices and System Network Configuration

Review and revise related electrical and mechanical prints, drawings and diagrams using AutoCAD

Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma program from an accredited post-secondary institution or equivalent work experience

Ability to complete the MEARIE Substation Electrician certification program requirements

Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels and provide positive interactions with the public

Willingness and ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions

Working knowledge of MS Office applications with the ability to adapt to new software and systems; familiarity with AutoCAD is an asset

WHO WE ARE Established in 1945, Burlington Hydro is a local distribution company (LDC) serving the City of Burlington. With a total licensed service area of 188 square kilometres and a customer base of 69,500, we are committed to delivering value at every level of the organization. Our core values include caring for people, community, stewardship, and sustainability, all with a commitment to continuous improvement. WHY JOIN US At Burlington Hydro, we value:

Competitive compensation - we offer a competitive salary and benefits package

Comprehensive benefits - we provide health and dental benefits for you and your family, along with a defined benefits pension plan

Career growth - we offer exciting challenges and learning opportunities

Inclusive culture - we promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace

DIVERSITY & INCLUSIVITY Burlington Hydro Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process. Burlington Hydro will use email to communicate with you for all job opportunities. A complete background check, including a criminal record check, will be conducted for the successful candidate. If it is determined that any background check information provided is misleading, inaccurate, or incorrect, Burlington Hydro reserves the right to discontinue the consideration of your application.