Powerline Technician Co-Op Student- Fall Term Placement
Contract Employee - less than 1 year Operations OH Management Oakville Oakville, ON, CA

Salary Range: $21.00 To $23.00 Hourly

Oakville Hydro delivers reliable and safe electricity to more than 77,000 individuals, families, and businesses in the Town of Oakville. The company maintains an active commitment to conservation, safety, and is strongly invested in the social and economic well-being of the Oakville community. Oakville Hydro is a two-time recipient of the Local Distribution Company Performance Excellence Award from the Electricity Distributors Association, as well as a Centre of Excellence Award from the Canadian Electricity Association. Oakville Hydro has also been recognized as one of Canada’s Safest Employers.

At Oakville Hydro, we believe that our continued success as an industry leader is due to our innovative, customer focused, team-oriented employees who continually strive to exceed customer expectations and take pride in all areas of our businesses.

POWERLINE TECHNICIAN CO-OP STUDENT POSITION - FALL TERM PLACEMENT
Reporting to the Line Supervisor, Operations.This position allows students to gain experience for a career as a Powerline Technician. The Powerline Technician Co-op Student will learn the skills relating to the construction, maintenance, and repair of, overhead and underground hydro distribution systems, as well as the maintenance and operation of vehicles and equipment pertaining to the line trade.

Duties include:

Assist with overhead work on energized primary and secondary systems

Support work on energized underground systems, including cables, terminations, and splicing





Help install and maintain streetlights

Participate in regular stand-by duty and emergency callouts

Assist in troubleshooting and analyzing faults in underground and overhead lines using tools, maps, and observation

Support the inspection, repair, and replacement of tools and equipment

Assist with the installation of wooden, concrete, steel, and fiberglass poles

Help install and replace domestic meters

Assist with trenching and cable installation, including making necessary connections

Maintain dielectric capacity of line vehicles by cleaning and repairing boom, bucket, and jib

Comply with all health, safety, and environmental legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Oakville Hydro’s policies and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Applicants for this position should have the following qualifications:

Currently enrolled in the first or second year of Powerline Technician Co-op Program

Completion of at least one year of academic coursework with a solid understanding of core concepts electrical utility and powerline program

Previous Electrical Utility experience is an asset

Able to perform the essential duties in all weather conditions

Ability to lift and carry 40Kg for 5 metres





Comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces

Demonstrated experience working with required hand tools

Able to work all shifts including weekends, as required

Demonstrated proficiency in a Windows environment and associated software applications

Quality of work – work is well planned and completed accurately

Is a fast learner who can adapt to an ever-changing workplace

Sound time management and organization skills to ensure that deadlines are met

Effective communication skills (written, and verbal)

Embrace a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Be a highly engaged motivated team player

Excellent interpersonal skills that build relationships with both internal and external customers

A valid Ontario Class G Driver's Licence with an excellent driving record

Well versed in the IHSA Safe Work practices guide and Electrical Utility Safety Rules

Only those scheduled for an interview will be contacted.

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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📌 Powerline Technician Co-Op Student- Fall Term Placement (Ontario)
🏢 Oakville Hydro
📍 Ontario