Field Business Clerk

Hydro One Inc.; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro One Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented data processing and clerical assistant to support various departments with data input, maintenance of records, time sheets, and routine office tasks.

The role involves using PEP, CSS, Excel, Word and PowerPoint, arranging meetings, handling mail and faxes, and providing day-to-day office equipment support.

Qualifications

• Proficient in operating computer equipment to produce data, reports and copy work.
• Basic knowledge of drawings and technical documents to code data correctly.
• Fluent English communication and basic math understood for reports.

Responsibilities

• Input, update and maintain data across databases (PEP, CSS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Maintain records and files (maps, drawings, manuals, statements) and distribute documents.
• Process time sheets for designated personnel and prepare reports for supervisors.

Skills

Data entry

Clerical

Time management

Office software

Education

Grade XI or equivalent

Tools

PEP

CSS

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

52110 - Orillia - Rotation 6 Months

Hiring salary range: $3,113.22 - $3,311.90 / bi-weekly

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 with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

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

Job Function

Perform data processing services including inputting, updating, etc, to various computerized databases, such as PEP, CSS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc. Perform clerical and typing services for the functional department and projects.

Job Description

• Perform data processing assignments for units within the Department, such as input, output, maintain and update data on several different computer programs, such as PEP, CSS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Maintain records and files, such as maps, drawings, catalogues, manuals, engineering specifications, procurement card statements, correspondence and allowances. File, retrieve and distribute above documents.
• Process and input time sheets for designated personnel, checking detail as to proper format and coding to ensure all time sheets ar e received. May also include the preparation of time sheets for senior staff, EPSCA, CUSW and Hiring Hall staff. Retrieve and distribute appropriate reports to applicable Supervisors.
• Perform various clerical services including the processing of miscellaneous invoices forwarded to the group and daily backup of the server tape. Assemble and summarize various data for report distribution to group and various clients. Receive and distribute mail and faxes. Maintain stationery stock, answer telephones and customer traffic, as needed. Check and forward drop box payments to appropriate department. Photocopy, prepare and maintain reference binders, update manuals and post various communications to staff, etc.
• Perform typing assignments for Supervisor or other designated personnel, receive drafts, tapes or notes to produce typewritten material for Supervisory review and in accordance with instruction or established formats. Utilize word processing software for producing documents requiring constant updates or revisions.
• Arrange meetings for design staff. Book conference rooms, order coffee, lunch and confirm attendance of participants.
• Provide day-to-day maintenance of office equipment, such as filling copiers with paper, changing ink, etc.Arrange for service visits, when required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education

Selection Criteria

• Requires proficiency in the operation of computer equipment to produce such data as correspondence, reports and miscellaneous copy work.
• Requires an elementary knowledge of drawings and technical documents to be capable of coding relative data and correcting input and output information.
• Requires a knowledge of English to follow written or verbal instructions and to communicate with others.
• Requires a working knowledge of mathematics to verify various reports and documents.This knowledge is considered to be normally acquired either through the successful completion of Grade XI in a Secondary, Commercial or Technical School or by having the equivalent level of education.

Experience

• Requires office experience that may be obtained in an external office or within the Corporation to be familiar with terms and related office procedures, such as filing, answering telephones and arranging meetings.
• Requires a working knowledge of computers and to understand input and output procedures for various computer programs designed and used by the department and clients.
• Requires experience to understand procedures and practices within the department and a knowledge of those of other departments. Requires knowledge of alphanumeric keyboards in order to operate a computer terminal. A period of up to two years is considered necessary to gain this experience.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

Employer of the year 2026

Deadline: September 28, 2026

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves. For management roles, compensation is based on the principle of pay-for performance compensation philosophy, and the amount of annual adjustments and incentive payments depends on how well you and the company perform (subject to plan terms). We encourage open dialogue about compensation with our Talent Acquisition Team, who can provide more detailed information specific to this role.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hydro One uses AI tools to assist in the screening and assessing candidates for this role. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.