College Co-Op Student - System Operations Instructions Team- 4-12 months- Fall 2025

Hydroone; Barrie; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading electricity provider in Ontario! As a College Co-Op Student in the System Operations Instructions Team, you will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. This role involves supporting real-time electricity operations and developing essential operating instructions. You will enhance your communication, problem-solving, and time management skills while working alongside experienced professionals. This position not only offers valuable insights into the energy sector but also fosters a culture of innovation and inclusiveness. Join us and contribute to a safer, more reliable energy future!

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Hands-on Experience

Learning Time Management Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a 2-year college co-op program, preferably in Business Administration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reception duties and manage expense reports.
• Post operating instructions and arrange team meetings.

Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Time Management

Problem-Solving

Education

2-year College Diploma in Business Administration

Tools

Hydro One Network Operating Document System (NODS)

Hydro One Control Room Information System (CRIS)

Job description

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College Co-Op Student - System Operations Instructions Team - 4-12 months - Fall 2025

Date: May 2, 2025

Location: Barrie, ON, CA

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, dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have evolved to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we focus on providing exceptional customer service and building safe communities where we live, work, and play.

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

In this position, you will report to the Manager, Grid Operations in the Operating Assessment and Technical Support group at Hydro One. This group provides technical support to real-time electricity transmission and distribution operations and is responsible for developing and maintaining operating instructions for the control room to ensure safe and reliable system operation.

Minimum educational requirement: Enrolled in a 2-year college diploma in Business Administration (preferred).

Your job duties may include:

• Assist in reception duties
• Assist in posting operating instructions, memos, and facilities design description documents
• Order supplies
• Manage expense reports and provide administrative support to the Operating Assessment and Technical Support group of the System Operations Support department at Ontario Grid Control Center, Barrie
• Arrange team meetings and take meeting minutes

This job offers professional development opportunities such as:

• Hands-on experience with Hydro One Network Operating Document System (NODS)
• Exposure to Hydro One Control Room Information System (CRIS)
• Learning time management skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Selection Criteria:

• Must be enrolled in a 2-year college co-op program, with preference for students focusing on Business Administration
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines

Hydro One requires that all applicants be enrolled in post-secondary studies and plan to return to full-time studies after the work term, unless the work is necessary to graduate. Applications must be submitted via Hydro One's career page. International students must have a valid work permit and Social Insurance Number (SIN). For questions, consult your school's career centre.

At Hydro One, we value our people and strive to create a diverse workforce that reflects our communities, fostering a culture of safety, innovation, and inclusiveness.

We are honored to be recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One is committed to providing reasonable accommodations.

Deadline: May 26, 2025

Note: Students should apply to no more than 3 co-op positions per term. If you experience difficulties applying, please visit our help page. We appreciate all applicants’ interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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