Substation Maintenance Technician

Are you a certified Journeyperson Substation Electrician or a similarly qualified professional ready to take your career to the next level?

London Hydro is offering an exciting opportunity to put your skills and expertise to full use as a Substation Maintenance Technician. In this vital role, you will work under the direction of the Electrical Maintenance & Stations Supervisor to inspect, maintain, and modify substation, subdivision, and network electrical systems.

This hands-on position involves working regularly with energized equipment up to 27.6 KV, hazardous materials, and in challenging environments such as confined spaces and areas with heavy traffic.

If you’re ready to take on critical responsibilities in a dynamic field environment, we want to hear from you.

What You Will Do

- Work on energized lines and equipment of up to 27.6 KV.

- Inspect, test, install, maintain and repair substation electrical equipment, circuit breakers, transformers, reclosures, load-break switches, meters, batteries, chargers and protection and control relays.

- Install and maintain the network system, including transformers, protectors, high-tension switches and associated electrical equipment.

- Perform tests and obtain regular load readings.

- Install and maintain sundry electronic control telemetry equipment in electrical substation circuits to board level.

- Install, test and maintain supervisory cable up to 150 pairs.

- Test and locate faults of high-voltage cables.

- Perform switching duties.

- Test and handle oil with PCB content.

- Modify and implement changes in electrical blueprints.

- Maintain and prepare required reports, material lists, drawings, as-built prints and requisitions.

- Inspect electrical installations performed by outside contractors.

- Use various pieces of test equipment.

- Assist other departments with both scheduled and emergency work, as needed.

- Assist in the training of apprentices and learners.

- Work standby duty on a designated schedule.

- Adhere to all Occupational Health & Safety Act rules and regulations, the E&USA rule book, London Hydro work practices and London Hydro’s Health & Safety Management System.

What You Will Bring

- Community college graduation from an Electrical Engineering Technician program or equivalent.

- Class G Driver's Licence (a driver's licence and an ability to drive are required in order to discharge the essential duties of the position).

- We are currently seeking a candidate who is MEA Journeyperson Substation Electrician Certified. Applicants who do not meet this requirement may be considered.

Why Join Our Team

London Hydro has been recognized by Canada’s Top 100 Employers as one of the 2025 Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers. This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and our dedication to fostering an environment where every team member can thrive.

- Competitive Hourly Wage: $37.14 to $53.05

- Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including OMERS Pension Plan

- Competitive Vacation of 17 vacation days per year with credit for utility experience

- Maternity/Parental Leaves Top Ups

- Learning & Development Opportunities

- Recognition & Social Programs

- Wellness and Employee & Family Assistance Program

- On-site Cafeteria & Free Fitness Centre

- Corporate Cellphone

- Positive, Collaborative and Safety-Focus Culture

Want to learn more about what makes London Hydro a great place to work? Watch our short video https://youtu.be/Pxw0_ZRnSKg, check our Strategic Plan 2025-2030 or visit our website at www.londonhydro.com.

Background Checks and Other Information

The successful candidate will be required to complete a Criminal Record and education check prior to the commencement of employment.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those invited for an interview will be acknowledged. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is directed to applicants who are authorized to work in Canada.

London Hydro is committed to fostering a corporate culture and climate that values and supports a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization. London Hydro is an equal-opportunity employer. Accommodation is available under the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Any personal information submitted will be managed in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to determine eligibility for employment.