Distribution System Technologist - Apprentice

Toronto Hydro; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Hydro is seeking a Distribution System Technologist Apprentice to join their team. This role involves operating and maintaining substation equipment, ensuring safety and reliability in electricity distribution. Ideal candidates will have an Electrical/Electromechanical diploma and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with relevant diploma.
• Valid 'G' license and eligibility for 'DZ' license.
• Hands-on field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair substation equipment and systems.
• Plan and coordinate work activities related to projects.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose failures in substation equipment.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Customer Service

Education

Electrical/Electromechanical Technologist diploma

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology in Energy Systems Engineering

Tools

Engineering software applications

Job description

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At Toronto Hydro, we drive the city's modernization and sustainability safely and innovatively. We prioritize safety and offer careers that foster skill development, high performance, and work-life balance. The Distribution System Technologist (DST) Apprentice position offers a chance to join our dynamic team in building Toronto's electricity grid, powering a bright future together.

The Distribution System Technologist Apprentice operates, installs, commissions, constructs, repairs, maintains, and decommissions all types of substation equipment, protective relay and control systems, station metering, distribution automation equipment, and SCADA systems, including completion of all associated work orders, specifications, engineering drawings, reports, and work procedures, under the direction of a Distribution System Technologist.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate work activities related to projects.
• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair all types of substation equipment, protective relay and control systems, station metering, distribution automation equipment, and SCADA RTU systems.
• Commission, test, and approve for service all substation distribution equipment, protection and control systems, station metering, distribution automation equipment, SCADA RTU systems, and substation communication systems.
• Provide operating instructions for substation equipment.
• Perform cable terminations and testing of station's primary and secondary cables.
• Commission, test, and maintain all substation building protection systems including fire/smoke detection and suppression.
• Install, repair, maintain substation building equipment as required.
• Conduct switching operations.
• Record on/off work protection.
• Test, repair, and maintain high voltage test equipment and live line tools.
• Complete, maintain, and update work orders, engineering drawings, specifications, reports, work procedures, and other related records/documentation.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose failures in substation equipment, distribution automation, protection and control systems, SCADA, communication systems, and station metering.
• Perform infra-red inspections.
• Install and maintain switchgear stenciling and locking equipment.
• Prepare reports on failure causes, remediation activities, risk management, post-repair testing, and implement recommendations.
• Identify defects, contraventions, and dangers.
• Operate electric cranes in stations.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Electrical/Electromechanical Technologist diploma; Bachelor of Electrical Engineering; or a Bachelor of Technology with a focus on Energy Systems Engineering (August 2025 graduates accepted).
• Valid “G” license and eligibility for a “DZ” license in Ontario.
• Related hands-on field experience preferred.
• Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T) certification from OACETT preferred.
• Proficiency in PC environment and engineering software applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and practices in utility operations; commitment to safe work practices.
• Strong customer service orientation and trustworthiness.
• Leadership qualities and ability to promote team morale and productivity.
• Adherence to policies and procedures.
• Deep knowledge of job responsibilities and current role.
• Problem-solving skills considering all relevant information.
• Dependability and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• High-quality, organized, and detailed work output.
• Ability to handle high volumes of work and adapt to changing demands.
• Effective collaboration and team interaction skills.