Distribution System Technologist - Apprentice

Toronto Hydro; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Distribution System Technologist Apprentice to join their dynamic team in Toronto. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the modernization and sustainability of the city's electricity grid. As an apprentice, you will engage in various tasks, including operating and maintaining substation equipment, performing cable terminations, and troubleshooting complex systems. The company values safety and skill development, ensuring a work environment that promotes high performance and work-life balance. If you are passionate about technology and eager to learn, this position is a great fit for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university in relevant fields.
• Proficiency in PC environments and engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair substation equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose failures in substation systems.
• Prepare reports on failure causes and remediation activities.

Skills

Electrical/Electromechanical Technologist

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Abilities

Customer Service Orientation

Knowledge of Utility Safety Regulations

Education

Diploma in Electrical/Electromechanical Technology

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology in Energy Systems Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

High Voltage Test Equipment

Job description

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. This includes completing all associated work orders, specifications, engineering drawings, reports, and work procedures, under the direction of a Distribution System Technologist.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plan and coordinate work activities related to projects.
2. Install, inspect, maintain, and repair all types of substation equipment, protective relay and control systems, station metering, distribution automation equipment, and SCADA systems.
3. Commission, test, and approve for service all substation distribution equipment, protection and control systems, station metering, distribution automation equipment, SCADA systems, and substation communication systems.
4. Provide operating instructions for substation equipment.
5. Perform cable terminations and testing of stations' primary and secondary cables.
6. Commission, test, and maintain all substation building protection systems, including fire/smoke detection and suppression.
7. Install, repair, maintain substation building equipment as required.
8. Conduct switching operations.
9. Record on/off work protection.
10. Test, repair, and maintain high voltage test equipment and live line tools.
11. Complete, maintain, and update work orders, engineering drawings, specifications, reports, work procedures, and related documentation.
12. Troubleshoot and diagnose failures in substation equipment, protection and control systems, SCADA, communication systems, and station metering.
13. Perform infra-red inspections.
14. Install and maintain switchgear stenciling and locking equipment.
15. Prepare reports on failure causes, remediation activities, risk management, and post-repair testing, implementing recommended actions.
16. Identify defects, contraventions, and hazards.
17. Operate electric cranes in stations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a diploma in Electrical/Electromechanical Technologist, or a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering, or a Bachelor of Technology with a focus on Energy Systems Engineering (August 2025 graduates accepted).
• Valid “G” driver’s 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 environments and engineering software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of utility safety regulations and practices, with a commitment to safe work practices.
• Strong customer service orientation, leadership skills, adherence to policies, and problem-solving abilities.
• Dependability, high-quality work, adaptability, and effective collaboration skills.

Thank you for considering a career with Toronto Hydro. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. For accommodations during the application process, contact [e-mail] or call [phone]. Resumes sent to this email will not be considered. Learn more about our commitment to accessibility.