Distribution System Technologist - Apprentice / Toronto Hydro

The MEARIE Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Distribution System Technologist Apprentice, where you'll contribute to building Toronto's electricity grid. This role involves operating and maintaining substation equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency in a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates will have a relevant diploma or degree and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university required.
• Related hands-on field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair substation equipment.
• Commission, test, and approve substation distribution equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose failures in substation equipment.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Customer Service

Education

Electrical/Electromechanical Technologist diploma

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Technology in Energy Systems Engineering

Tools

Engineering software applications

Job description

Distribution System Technologist - Apprentice

WORK ILLUSTRATION:

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.

The incumbent is expected to behave ethically and follow the established code of business conduct, policies and internal control procedures, laws and regulations governing Toronto Hydro.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:

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 RTU systems.
3. 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.
4. Provide operating instructions for substation equipment.
5. Perform cable terminations and testing of station's primary and secondary cables.
6. Commission, test, and maintain all substation building protection systems including fire/smoke detection and suppression.
7. Install, repair, and 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 other related records/documentation.
12. Troubleshoot and diagnose failures in substation equipment, automation 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 causes of failures, proposed remediation activities, risk management, post-repair testing, and implement recommendations.
16. Identify defects, contraventions, and dangers.
17. 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 focusing on Energy Systems Engineering (August 2025 graduates accepted).
• Valid “G” license and eligibility to obtain 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 utility safety regulations and practices; commitment to safe work practices, participation in planning and risk reduction.
• Strong customer service orientation and ability to exceed expectations.
• Leadership qualities; effective team communication and morale promotion.
• Adherence to policies, practices, and procedures.
• Deep knowledge of the job and current responsibilities.
• Effective problem-solving skills considering all relevant information.
• Dependability and ability to work independently.
• High-quality, organized work with attention to detail.
• Ability to handle high work volumes and adapt proactively.

To apply, please follow the link to our careers page: https://bit.ly/42Zysl6