Substation Electrician (Journeyperson/Apprentice)

Burlington Hydro; Burlington; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Pension plan

Job summary

Burlington Hydro is seeking a Substation Electrician (Journeyperson/Apprentice) to join our team at 1340 Brant Street, Burlington. The role focuses on testing, installing, and maintaining substation equipment, with on-site work and potential progression from apprentice to journeyperson as training completes.

The candidate will perform cable testing, fault locating for underground systems, transformer testing, and electrical maintenance in accordance with OHSA and company standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read orders, specs, and drawings with good reading comprehension and math skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with staff and customers.
• Willingness to participate in on-call rotations and emergency response.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is an asset; MS Office proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain substation equipment.
• Perform electrical and mechanical testing on substation equipment.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of breakers, protection relays, battery chargers, and batteries.
• Investigate and troubleshoot substation faults and equipment failures.
• Test and maintain distribution transformers and substation service systems.
• Update electrical drawings and diagrams using AutoCAD.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Communication skills

Emergency response readiness

Electrical safety

Education

Electrical Engineering Technology diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Substation Electrician (Journeyperson/Apprentice)

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Burlington Hydro – Powering the Careers of Tomorrow

Are you looking for a meaningful career with an organization that values teamwork, sustainability, and community impact? At Burlington Hydro, we don’t just provide electricity—we are powering a brighter future for our community.

The Role

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Substation Electrician (Journeyperson/Apprentice). Reporting to the Supervisor, Station Maintenance,this position plays a key role in testing, installing, and maintaining substation equipment, as well as performing cable testing, fault locating for underground systems, transformer testing, and electrical maintenance. All work must be performed in accordance with company work practices, standards, and all applicable legislation and regulations, including those under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).

Candidates hired at the apprentice level will perform work appropriate to their training and experience and will assume increasing responsibility as they progress through the program under the guidance of the Supervisor and qualified team members. The successful candidate must be enrolled in, or willing to enroll in, and successfully complete the MEARIE Substation Electrician certification program, including all required training and hours. Upon completion, the individual will be recognized as a certified journeyperson.

This is an on-site, unionized position based at 1340 Brant Street, Burlington, governed by the applicable collective agreement. The role is being posted to fill an existing vacancy at Burlington Hydro and may be filled at the Journeyperson or Apprentice level, with compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.

What You Will Do

• Install, repair, and maintain substation equipment
• Perform electrical and mechanical testing on substation equipment
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of breakers, protection relays, battery chargers, and batteries
• Maintain main office and substation buildings as part of regular upkeep
• Investigate and troubleshoot substation faults and equipment failures
• Install, maintain, and repair AC and DC substation service systems
• Test and maintain distribution transformers
• Collect scheduled and periodic substation data and maintain accurate equipment and maintenance records
• Perform cable testing, locating, and fault locating of underground systems
• Respond to emergency and on-call situations as required
• Recalibrate protective devices, substation SCADA and System Intelligent Devices and System Network Configuration
• Perform Protection and Control (P&C) work, including installation, programming, troubleshooting, and interrogation of intelligent electronic devices (IEDs)
• Work with feeder protection relays, remote switching intelligence, inter-communications, calibrations, graphics editing, and commissioning of existing and new SCADA devices
• Review, update, and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, prints, and diagrams using AutoCAD
• All other duties as assigned

What We Are Looking For

• Electrical Engineering Technology diploma program from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Certification as a Journeyperson Substation Electrician under the MEARIE Substation Electrician program (or equivalent) or the ability to complete the certification program requirements
• Valid G Class Ontario driver’s licence with a clean abstract

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

• Proficiency in interpreting work orders, specifications, standards, and blueprints/drawings, with strong reading comprehension and mathematical skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact positively with employees, customers, and the public
• Physical fitness to safely perform work, including climbing, working at heights, working in confined spaces, and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Willingness and ability to participate in regular emergency call-outs, on-call rotation, and work under emergency conditions, with the ability to arrive on-site within one hour of being called
• Proficiency with MS Office and the ability to learn new software and systems; familiarity with AutoCAD is an asset
• Solid knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices
• Reliable, energetic, and motivated with a proven safety and attendance record

Who We Are

Since 1945, Burlington Hydro has been powering the growth of Burlington with reliability, empathy and innovation. As a local distribution company (LDC), we serve a vibrant community across 188 square kilometres, delivering electricity to over 69,500 customers.

At Burlington Hydro, we’re more than just an energy provider—we’re committed to driving sustainability, supporting our community, and fostering a workplace where people succeed together.

Our core values – teamwork, safety, empathy, reliability, community, and stewardship – guide everything we do, from investing in smart energy solutions to ensuring a brighter future for a growing and thriving Burlington.

Why Join Us

At Burlington Hydro, we offer:

• A safe working environment for everyone
• Competitive compensation, including a competitive salary and benefits package
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage for you and your family, along with a defined benefit pension plan
• Career growth through new experiences, exciting challenges, and learning opportunities
• An inclusive culture that values diversity and belonging
• Meaningful work that supports the community we serve

Diversity & Inclusivity

Burlington Hydro Inc. is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process. To request accommodation, please email our Human Resources team at [e-mail]. Please note that this email is for accommodation requests during the recruitment process only; resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.