GIS and CAD Technician- Utilities & Electrical Distribution Help Shape the Future of Oakville's Electrical Grid What if your work helped keep critical infrastructure accurate, connected, and ready to support a growing community? What if you could contribute to projects that improve how a utility plans, operates, and modernizes its electrical distribution system? At Oakville Hydro, that's exactly what you'll do.
Who We Are Oakville Hydro delivers safe and reliable electricity to more than 78,000 individuals, families, and businesses in the Town of Oakville. We're more than a utility; we're a community partner, an innovator, and a team that takes pride in making a meaningful impact every day.
We're Proud to Be: A two-time recipient of the Local Distribution Company Performance Excellence Award
Recognized by the Canadian Electricity Association with a Centre of Excellence Award
Named one of Canada's Safest Employers
Why Join Oakville Hydro? Competitive compensation, OMERS pension, and comprehensive benefits starting Day 1
Opportunity to work with leading GIS and utility technologies
Meaningful work supporting critical community infrastructure
Involvement in digital transformation and modernization initiatives
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Career growth and professional development opportunities
Stable municipal utility workplace serving a growing community
Opportunity to work across Engineering, Operations, and Planning teams
Fun team events, community involvement, and volunteer opportunities
If you're a detail-oriented GIS professional who enjoys working with technology, infrastructure, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role This is a highly visible role where your work directly supports the planning, operation,



and maintenance of Oakville Hydro's electrical distribution system. As the GIS and CAD Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining GIS data, distribution system records, and electronic drawings while supporting construction projects, infrastructure improvements, and utility modernization initiatives.
What You'll Be Doing Create and maintain electronic drawings for electrical distribution construction projects, including overhead and underground systems, subdivisions, pad plans, and standard drawings
Maintain, update, and import distribution network information within the ESRI ArcFM GIS workplace
Prepare and maintain construction drawings, permanent records, and associated documentation
Issue drawings and records to internal departments as required
Maintain equipment records, drawing indexes, and document management systems
Support GIS data quality initiatives and system improvements
Assist with Oakville Hydro's digital transformation and modernization projects
Provide technical support related to GIS and CAD information
Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and other internal stakeholders
Perform other related duties as assigned
What You Bring Diploma or Degree in GIS, Geomatics, Geographic Information Systems, Engineering Technology, or a related discipline
Minimum 2-3 years of GIS and AutoCAD experience, preferably within an electrical utility,



engineering consulting, municipal, or infrastructure environment
Strong proficiency with AutoCAD and GIS applications
Experience with ESRI ArcGIS/ArcFM and AutoCAD Map 3D
Knowledge of electrical distribution systems and utility mapping is considered a strong asset
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
What Success Looks Like Maintains accurate, reliable, and up-to-date GIS and asset records
Produces high-quality work with strong attention to detail
Builds positive working relationships across teams
Identifies opportunities to improve processes and data quality
Adapts to changing technologies and business requirements
Demonstrates accountability, initiative, and a commitment to continuous improvement
Contributes to safe and reliable utility operations through accurate records and drawings
Oakville Hydro is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Oakville Hydro will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform People Excellence team of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require
We confirm that AI is not used in screening of candidates and this posting is for an existing vacancy.

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