Power Cable Technician

Hydro Ottawa seeks a Power Cable Technician to construct, maintain, operate, and repair underground distribution systems, particularly cable and electrical equipment installation and connection. The role involves hands-on work, problem-solving, and prioritizing safety. The technician will work in confined spaces, vaults, substations, trenches, and pole work. They will also perform live line work, operate equipment, and analyze GIS maps.

Requirements

• Install, remove, and repair cable in confined spaces, vaults, substations, trenches, and pole work.
• Perform live line work on the underground system.
• Operate equipment such as aerial devices, voltmeter, ammeter, meg meter, and cable fault tester.
• Construct and maintain primary and secondary distribution vaults.
• Install and connect new residential single-phase meters.
• Remove asbestos in accordance with approved practices.
• Install, maintain, operate, and repair power transformers and switchgear stations equipment.
• Analyze GIS maps and update accordingly.
• Troubleshoot, locate, and evaluate primary and secondary faults.
• Provide on-call duties and other overtime work as required.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Model
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance