Metering Technician / Electrical Engineering Technician | Lakefront Utility Services Inc.

The MEARIE Group; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local utility provider in Cobourg is seeking a Metering Technician/Electrical Engineering Technician to support metering operations and electrical distribution systems. The ideal candidate will have a relevant diploma, several years of experience, and knowledge of industry standards. This position offers a competitive salary range of $32.17 – $45.96 per hour along with benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Benefits package

Pension plan

Opportunities for development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience in utility metering and/or electrical distribution systems.
• Certification or eligibility for certification with OACETT.
• Valid Ontario G driver’s license with clean abstract.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain electrical meters and perform troubleshooting.
• Support the design and maintenance of the electrical distribution system.
• Prepare technical reports and assist with regulatory filings.

Skills

Knowledge of Measurement Canada regulations

Understanding of electrical theory

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma

Tools

Itron

Landis+Gyr

SCADA integration

Job description

JOB VACANCY

Lakefront Utility Services Inc. is located in the Town of Cobourg on Lake Ontario, half an hour east of Oshawa. As a multi-service utility provider, Lakefront is proud to provide reliable and cost effective water and electrical services in the Town of Cobourg and Village of Cramahe. For more information, please visit our website at: https://www.lakefrontutilities.com/

Metering Technician / Electrical Engineering Technician

Lakefront Utility Services Inc. (LUSI) is currently searching for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Metering Technician/Electrical Engineering Technologist to support distribution system planning, project implementation and metering operations. This dual-role position involves providing technical support for engineering projects, system upgrades, and regulatory compliance, as well as the installation, maintenance, testing, and calibration of metering equipment.

Overview

Overall Responsibilities

Metering Duties

• Install, test, troubleshoot, and maintain single-phase and polyphase electrical meters, including smart meters and demand meters.
• Perform advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) system maintenance, upgrades, and diagnostics.
• Conduct meter programming, verification, and calibration in accordance with Measurement Canada and IESO standards.
• Investigate and resolve metering issues, including power quality concerns and suspected energy diversion/tampering.
• Maintain accurate meter records, documentation, and reporting for audits and compliance.
• Assist in the deployment of time-of-use, interval, and net metering systems.

Engineering Technologist Duties

• Support the design, analysis, and maintenance of the electrical distribution system (up to 27.6 kV).
• Assist with system studies including load flow, voltage drop, short-circuit analysis, and asset management.
• Support capital and maintenance projects including the installation of transformers, switchgear, and automation devices.
• Collaborate with field crews, contractors, and engineers to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and assist with regulatory filings (e.g., OEB, ESA, Measurement Canada)
• Other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma (3-year program) from an accredited college.
• Certification or eligibility for certification with OACETT (C.Tech or CET).
• Minimum 2–5 years of relevant experience in utility metering and/or electrical distribution systems.
• Knowledge of Measurement Canada regulations, ESA codes, and utility metering standards.
• Familiarity with metering systems (Itron, Landis+Gyr, or similar), AMI networks, and SCADA integration.
• Strong understanding of electrical theory, power measurement, and distribution system components.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Valid Ontario G driver’s license with clean abstract.

Wage

As this is a union position salary range is $32.17 – $45.96 (dependent on qualifications) per hour commensurate with the LUSI’s Collective Agreement with CUPE Local 25. Lakefront Utilities offers a rewarding working environment, benefits package, pension plan and opportunities for development.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a résumé, in confidence, by 4:30 p.m. November 17th, 2025 to the attention of HumanResources, 207 Division Street, PO Box 577, Cobourg, ON K9A 4L3 or by email to [e-mail].

The successful candidate will be required to submit a satisfactory criminal screening and three satisfactory reference checks as a condition of employment.

We thank all candidates in advance for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews shall be contacted.

Lakefront Utility Services Inc. is committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people with disabilities, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, and any others who may contribute to the further diversification of our organization. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their requirements known in advance to: [e-mail]

This is a job posting for an existing vacancy.