Area Distribution Engineering Technician - College Co-Op Student - Bracebridge

at  Hydro One Networks Inc

49551 - Bracebridge - Temporary - 4 months
Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.4 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.
It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

Job Requirements:

• Discipline: Students enrolled in the Electrical or Civil Engineering Tech Programs, minimum 1st year

YOU WILL BE A MEMBER OF THE ABOVE GROUP, WHICH IS RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Assist with Engineering Investigations for new customer connections and upgrades. Complete a Layout in accordance with current business practices and policies for forwarding to the Field Business Centre. Prepare sketches and associated details for water, rail and pipeline crossings for use by others. Meet with representatives of telephone, cable TV companies, other utilities and government agencies and obtain reaction to proposed joint use agreements. Prepare and process billing authorization and permits, as necessary. Carry out staking activities and prepare staking data.
• Prepare and report job estimates including instruction order with activities, taking into consideration such variables as structures, spans, soil types, components, and work methods based on field observations and input from Supervisor.
• Collect delinquent accounts and restoration of same upon payment of account.
• Provide field data for engineering studies.
• Carry out routine meter changes and readings.

YOUR JOB DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:

Assisting with or completing on your own:

• Cable locates, new line staking, negotiating easements, design of new/upgraded services, voltage conversions, mapping, computer work, dealing with customer issues, and utilizing test equipment.

This job will provide you with the following professional development:

• Upon completion of the 4 month term you will have a solid understanding of the Area Distribution Engineering Technician role and function within Hydro One Networks Inc.
• You will have been exposed to various methods, procedures, processes, equipment, and programs that assist the Technical group in completing their day to day work.
• You will have performed a variety of hands on functions associated with completing the scheduled work of our ADET department.

Job Requirements:

• Discipline: Students enrolled in the Electrical or Civil Engineering Tech Programs, minimum 1st year.