Alectra Utilities

Apprentice, Protection & Controls Technologist

LocationMarkham, ON

About This Job

The Opportunity

Job Posting Number: 2025-115

Position: Apprentice, Protection & Controls Technologist

Location: Markham (Addiscott) Reports to: Supervisor, Protection & Controls

Business Group: Network Operations Division: Protection & Controls


Hours per Week:


40


Rate of Pay:

Starting Rate: $35.83/hr

Balance 1st Year: $39.41/hr

2nd Year: $43.35/hr

3rd Year: $47.69/hr

4th Year: $52.46/hr

Number of Openings: 1 Union: PWU

Open: May 2, 2025 Close: May 15, 2025


Position Purpose:

We're looking for a motivated Apprentice, Protection & Controls Technologist eager to learn and grow under the guidance of experienced Sr. Protection & Controls Technologists and Journeypersons. As an apprentice, you'll gain hands-on experience with monitoring electrical distribution system performance, analyzing and investigating abnormalities and initiating remedial action, setting the foundation for a rewarding career as a Protection & Controls Technologist. 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

Minimum Diploma in Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology
Ability to attain OACETT CET accreditation by end of the apprenticeship
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 Protection & Controls Technologist. During your apprenticeship you will be trained on all aspects of the job progressively over the apprenticeship period.


Position Purpose:

Reporting to the Supervisor, Protection & Controls, the P&C Technologist is responsible for ensuring the operational functionality of those critical components that make possible the effective administration of Alectra’s electrical distribution system. These critical components include, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) System, Wide Area Ethernet Communication Networks, Protection Schemes, Voice Radio Systems and remote controllable devices installed at Alectra Stations and in the field.


Responsibilities:

Monitor electrical distribution system performance, analyzes and investigates abnormalities and initiates remedial action including repair and replacement of systems as necessary to maintain system integrity and enhance system reliability.
Identify opportunities to improve performance of the various systems utilized by Operations; provides recommendations for improvements.
Provide technical support and expertise in the design of capital projects related to system protection and control systems; Liaises with external agencies such as Hydro One, equipment manufacturers, and consultants.
Conduct re-verification and calibration programs of TS, MS and DS protection systems in compliance with IESO requirements. Repair and calibrate tools and measuring instruments.
Perform design, graphical and database editing, programming, administrative activities and maintenance of all SCADA System software and hardware components to achieve reliable control of the distribution system and ensure system security; provide support to internal and external customers, ensuring optimal Distribution System performance. This may require a change of focus on work during regular working hours.
Install, document, test and commission capital work projects. Co-ordinates job site activities with other trades while ensuring work is completed to Alectra’s design standard(s) and system reliability requirements. Provides on-site supervision of sub-contractor(s) and ensures all safety procedures are followed.
Evaluate job sites to identify risks and hazards and implements necessary safety precautions. Ensure sub-contractors are complying with Alectra Inc.’s safety standards and work procedures/policies.
Conduct tailboard conferences with staff and contractors as required.
Ensure work is completed in compliance with ESA regulations as applicable to electrical distribution systems.
Participate in the training of department apprentices and co-op students.
Organize and coordinate daily work schedules as directed by P&C Department Management.
Performs design, programming, administrative activities and maintenance of the SCADA system to achieve reliable control of the distribution system and ensure system security.
Performs design, installation, configuration, commissioning and ongoing maintenance and administration of all components required for data communications on the Operations Network, Operations Voice and Data Communications.
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.

How to Apply

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

If you would like to be considered for this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume by clicking on the apply button.

Alectra is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. Alectra will consult with all applicants who request accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs, to the point of undue hardship.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career with Alectra. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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