Electrical Coordinator

Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs; Barrie; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment, Conservation and Parks in Ontario is seeking an Electrical Coordinator for Central Region Operations to oversee electrical maintenance, contracts and compliance on provincial roadways.

Under supervision, you will coordinate field crews, review designs, manage cost estimates, and engage with contractors and ministries. Occasional travel is required, and a valid driver’s license is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Certificate of Qualification for Electrician with electronic endorsement, as issued by the relevant ministry.
• Experience with highway electrical devices and related codes/safety procedures is required.
• Strong contract administration and reporting skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess electrical and traffic management needs for projects.
• Direct employees and contractors in construction, maintenance and repair of electrical systems.
• Inspect electrical contracts and manage third-party maintenance.
• Review electrical designs and provide technical reports for meetings.
• Provide cost estimates and administer contract terms with contractors.

Skills

Contract administration

Electrical systems

Leadership

Cost estimation

Education

Certificate of Qualification for Electrician (electronic endorsement)

Job description

Apply By: Monday, October 26, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Bring your contract administration and leadership skills to this unique opportunity as an Electrical Coordinator with Central Region Operations, Ministry of Transportation.

About the job

Under the general supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent you will:

• assess electrical and advance traffic management needs;
• direct employees and contractors in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical systems and facilities;
• inspect electrical contracts and manage third party maintenance;
• review electrical designs, provide reports and attend technical review meetings on behalf of the ministry;
• provide technical advice and recommendations on electrical matters;
• serve on various committees and task forces as required.

NOTE: this position will require travel on a regular basis.

Mandatory:

• The position requires the successful candidate to have a valid G license or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that s/he has a valid driver's license upon being hired.
• A certificate of qualification for the trade of electrician with electronic endorsement for Maintenance and Construction, as issued by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities

Specialized Knowledge:

• You have knowledge of the practices, procedures, specifications and standards related to the inspection, maintenance, installation and repair of highway electrical devices
• You know electrical codes and safety procedures
• You have knowledge of maintenance requirements associated with highway electrical devices and their support structures

Technical Knowledge:

• You have experience with contract administration, including administrative procedures, reporting requirements and documentation
• You are able to interpret and apply related regulations, policies and directives (i.e. Occupational Health & Safety Act, The Highway Traffic Act, Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act and Environmental Assessment Act)
• You can prepare detailed cost estimates for proposed work
• You are able to administer contract terms, and make recommendations with respect to contractor payment certificates

Communication, Supervisory and Interpersonal Skills:

• You have effective communication skills to provide technical advice and recommendations
• You have well-developed written skills to prepare detailed cost estimates for proposed work
• You have strong negotiation skills to deal effectively with contractors and consultants
• You are able to deal effectively with ministry contacts and the public
• You have supervisory and planning skills to direct and coordinate the activities of assigned ministry staff and contractors

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

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Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.