Electric jobs in Canada

Under the direction of Leadership, the Protection and Control Technician receives and carry out work assignments from management and internal customers. These assignments support shop operations and completing customer orders.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform replacements and upgrades of protection systems, including but not limited to Feeders, Breakers, Transformers, Buses, and Line Protections.
• Collaborate effectively with clients and on-site construction personnel to ensure seamless project execution.
• Demonstrate proficiency in safely isolating Protection systems from service, including associated SCADA, P&C/Control, and previously energized CT/PT secondary circuits, with a strict adherence to safety protocols to ensure zero energy discharge.
• Possess the knowledge and skills to successfully deploy newly modified Protection systems, in conjunction with associated SCADA, Control, and CT/PT secondary circuits.
• Conduct thorough functional verifications to ensure the proper functioning of these systems.
• Take a leadership role in guiding and supervising junior and intermediate P&C technicians involved in the activities.
• Candidates with prior experience in utility or industrial settings are strongly preferred.

Required Experience and Qualifications:

• Diploma, Journeyperson Certification or 5+ years of experience
• Protection and control experience in a utility setting is a requirement
• Knowledge of various safety standards such as OSHA and any state safety standards
• Knowledge of industry standards such as NETA, OSHA, IEEE and NFPA
• Able to effectively problem solve.
• Computer skills for data entry, looking up information, and/or creating reports.
• Able to communicate oral and written communication skills; follow directions-written direction, oral direction, reading work orders and/or specs as assigned; work in a team environment and communicate with team, various departments, and/or Customers as business needs dictate.
• Customer Focused-able to meet deadlines, work on multiple projects, and produce a quality work product
• For positions that utilize a company vehicle, will be required to have a valid driver’s license.

Who we are!

RESA Power is a dynamic, people first organization that prides itself on being the employer of choice in its industry! RESA is fortunate to have an extraordinarily talented group of people who take pride in everything they do! RESA Power has locations throughout the United States & Canada. We are a trusted service provider committed to ensuring the safety, performance, and compliance of electrical distribution systems. With a track record of long-term partnerships and excellence in customer experience for nearly a decade!

Our Mission

RESA Power is the industry leader in electrical life extension products and services with many locations across the United States and Canada. We are experts in servicing major power distribution and control markets and have one of the largest inventories of obsolete and hard-to-find components in the industry. ~ Service is our product

Core Cultural Competencies

We do it right

• We pride ourselves on our integrity and expertise. We don’t cut corners.
• You perform job responsibilities safely, efficiently, and thoroughly all day, every day.
• You conduct yourself professionally, ethically, and honestly.
• You display sound judgment and decision-making skills. You avoid choosing courses of action that assume unreasonable risk to yourself or the Company.
• You are on time and preplan time off.
• You produce a quality product.

We are customer driven

• Our number one concern is our customer and our long-term relationships with them prove our dedication.
• You approach job responsibilities with enthusiasm, professionalism, and in a customer focused manner.
• You promote goodwill by handling all contacts (example: coworkers, management, vendors, customers, etc.) with respect, courtesy, cooperation, attentiveness and follow instructions from management.

We focus on growth

• We are dedicated to growing the company and our employees.
• You understand & apply your knowledge of techniques, policy, procedures, equipment, and skills involved in the job.
• You seek out new assignments and assume additional duties.
• You seek to expand your abilities (certifications, continuing ed, OTJ experience, etc.).

We solve problems

• Every day is different, so we need to be innovative, decision makers, flexible and adaptable.
• You efficiently and thoroughly complete assignments.
• You perform work assignments independently.
• You propose new ideas and find better ways of doing things.

We get it done

• We are efficient, reliable and no nonsense. We work hard, but we also play hard.
• You follow through on commitments in a timely way.
• You produce easily understandable and accurate reports that meet customer and/or Company expectations.
• You actively listen. You seek advice and help as appropriate.
• You can effectively deliver messages to a variety of individuals (RESA employees, vendors, customers, etc.).

Webuild strong relationships

• Our leaders are servant leaders. We provide you with the support of a well-run company, but the connectedness of a family.
• We collaborate with each other and our customers.
• You collaborate to create the best solutions for each other and our customers.
• You build strong relationships within the team, across RESA departments and locations and with customers and vendors.

Additional Information

Travel:Up to 80%

Compensation: $50 - $75 hourly depending on experience

Physical Demands: Lift up to a maximum of 50 pounds.

RESA Power is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.