College Co-Op Student - Area Distribution Engineering Technician - 8 Months - Winter 2027 - Orillia

Hydro One; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro One in Orillia invites applications for an 8-month Area Distribution Engineering Technician student role. You will assist with engineering investigations for new connections, prepare sketches for crossings, and support staking, billing, and field data collection.

You must be enrolled in Electrical or Civil Engineering Technology, be in at least year one, and hold a valid G2 driver’s license. This term provides hands-on experience within Hydro One Networks Inc., with potential future

Qualifications

• Students enrolled in Electrical or Civil Engineering Tech Programs, minimum 1st year.
• Must have a valid and current G2 class driver's license.
• Post-secondary level studies required and returning to full-time studies after term.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering investigations for new connections and upgrades.
• Prepare sketches and details for crossings and joint-use with other utilities.
• Carry out staking activities and prepare staking data.
• Prepare and report job estimates considering structures, spans, soil types and methods.
• Provide field data for engineering studies and perform routine meter changes and readings.

Skills

Engineering tech

G2 license

Education

Electrical or Civil Eng Tech, 1st year

Job description

52101 - Orillia - Temporary 8 Months
Hiring salary range: $2,045.66 - $2,523.60 / bi-weekly

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

You will be a member of the above group, which is responsible for:

• Assist with Engineering Investigations for new customer connections and upgrades. Complete a Layout in accordance with current business practices and policies for forwarding to the Field Business Centre.
• Prepare sketches and associated details for water, rail and pipeline crossings for use by others. Meet with representatives of telephone, cable TV companies, other utilities and government agencies and obtain reaction to proposed joint use agreements.
• Prepare and process billing authorization and permits, as necessary. Carry out staking activities and prepare staking data.
• Prepare and report job estimates including instruction order with activities, taking into consideration such variables as structures, spans, soil types, components, and work methods based on field observations and input from Supervisor.
• Collect delinquent accounts and restoration of same upon payment of account.
• Provide field data for engineering studies.
• Carry out routine meter changes and readings.

Your Job Duties May Include

• Cable locates, new line staking, negotiating easements, design of new/upgraded services, voltage conversions, mapping, computer work, dealing with customer issues, and utilizing test equipment.

This job will provide you with the following professional development:

• Upon completion of the 8-month term you will have a solid understanding of the Area Distribution Engineering Technician role and function within Hydro One Networks Inc.
• You will have been exposed to various methods, procedures, processes, equipment, and programs that assist the technical group in completing their day to day work.
• You will have performed a variety of hands-on functions associated with completing the scheduled work of our ADET department.

Job Requirements

Discipline : Students enrolled in the Electrical or Civil Engineering Tech Programs, minimum 1st year.

Additional Job Conditions

• Daily reporting and attendance to the Area Office.
• Candidates must have a valid and current G2 class driver’s license.

Hydro One requires that all students applying for student opportunities be enrolled in post-secondary level studies and be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made in cases where students require a work term in order to graduate.

If you are an international student, please ensure you have obtained a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN). Speak with your school’s career centre if you have any questions about acquiring this documentation.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026.

"Employer of the year 2026"

Deadline: October 12, 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodations

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

Compensation

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves. We encourage open dialogue about compensation with our Talent Acquisition Team, who can provide more detailed information specific to this role.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.