Electrical & Control Tech'n/Technologist

Status: Regular

Full Time

Working Conditions

: On-site

Education Level: Completed High School Diploma or equivalent, plus a 2-year college diploma in a *related field of study.

Base Location:

Kenora, ON

Shifts(s):

Days

Travel:

75%

Deadline to Apply:

October 24, 2025

Salary Range:

$41.77 - $68.35 Per Hour

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on and off the job.

Job Overview

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of an Electrical & Control Technician/Technologist

Reporting to the Protection and Control Supervisor this position is responsible to maintain and overhaul all electrical/electronic/control/protection/telecommunication associated with generating stations and facilities.

Key Accountabilities

- Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, service, maintain, overhaul, and assist in the design for all electrical, electronic, control, protection, telecommunication, and testing equipment associated with generating stations and facilities.

- Prepare and update electrical, control, instrumentation, protection, and telecommunication sketches, drawings, bills of material, and carry out document maintenance activities.

- Coordinate large or complex projects related to new installations or system upgrades, including contract coordination and quality assurance inspections.

- Assist in designing and programming PLCs (especially Modicon PLCs with Unity Pro/Control Expert), maintain networked PLCs, and troubleshoot field device alarms and failures.

- Work with VT SCADA systems, including integration, screen/tag modifications, and verification of end devices; modify, commission, and maintain SCADA in line with regulatory requirements.

- Set up, program, and connect servers, network switches, modems, routers, gateways, and install/repair/commission network cables. Troubleshoot communication issues related to PLCs, SCADA, protection, and metering.

- Commission, program, and test protection relays and high-voltage equipment; perform various measurements and reliability analyses; develop and maintain supplementary computer programs for system analysis.

- Provide technical support and advice for projects and daily routines, prepare/modify procedures and reports, participate in studies, and ensure health, safety, and well-being in accordance with procedures and standards.

Qualifications

- Completed High School Diploma or equivalent, plus a 2-year college diploma in a *related field of study such as: Instrumentation Tech/Technologist; Electrical Tech/Technologist; Electronics Tech/Technologist; Electromechanical Engineering Technology

- Hold a valid Certificate of Qualification (309A or 442A) and Electrical license in Industrial or Construction preferred

- 5+ years of experience as an electrical and control technician/technologist

- Preference for candidates with experience installing, maintaining, and inspecting high voltage equipment, as well as programming and troubleshooting Modicon PLCs using Unity Pro.

- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment, meet tight deadlines, and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills.

- Possess strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

- Days-based position requiring flexibility for weekends, call-outs, and willingness to travel up to 75%.

- Must hold a valid driver’s license and be eligible to work in Canada.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact AODA@opg.com

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.

As we work to achieve our vision of

Electrifying life

in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history.

Please submit your application

online

at https://jobs.opg.com/. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.