Apprentice System Operator: Launch Your Power Grid Career

Hydro Ottawa; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public utility company in Ottawa is seeking an Apprentice System Operator to participate in a certified training program. Key responsibilities include monitoring the distribution system, responding to outages, and ensuring safety. The ideal candidate will have an educational background in electrical engineering and be prepared to work on a rotational shift basis. Competitive pay range from $36.06 to $55.49 hourly. This role offers a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Ability to successfully complete the MEARIE Journeyperson Electrical Operator exam.
• Minimum 1 year experience in system operations or equivalent education.
• English essential, both oral and written.

Responsibilities

• Monitor distribution system via SCADA and other supervisory systems.
• Analyze data to maintain distribution system integrity.
• React to disturbances minimizing hazards and outages.

Skills

Hands-on work

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Bilingualism (English/French)

Education

Electrical Engineering Technologist

Electrical Engineering Technician

Job description

A public utility company in Ottawa is seeking an Apprentice System Operator to participate in a certified training program. Key responsibilities include monitoring the distribution system, responding to outages, and ensuring safety. The ideal candidate will have an educational background in electrical engineering and be prepared to work on a rotational shift basis. Competitive pay range from $36.06 to $55.49 hourly. This role offers a hybrid work model.