Power System Controller - Toronto, Canada - The MEARIE Group

The MEARIE Group
The MEARIE Group
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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Job Title:
Power System Controller - Apprentice

WORK ILLUSTRATION:


The Power System Controller Apprentice is responsible for operating the electrical distribution system to ensure a safe, reliable and cost-effective delivery of electrical power on a 24-hour basis.

In performing this function, Power System Controller Apprentice monitors system conditions; develops, directs and dispatches system switching, work protection and trouble response for planned and emergency events under the direction of a Power System Controller.

The position runs on a rotating 24/7, 365 days/year shift schedule.


The incumbent is expected to behave ethically and follow the established code of business conduct, policies and internal control procedures, laws and regulations governing Toronto Hydro.


  • T_oronto Hydro has implemented a mandatory vaccination requirement for all its employees._ _Proof of full vaccination will be required upon receiving a conditional offer of employment. Toronto Hydro will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals who cannot be_ _vaccinated due to disability or any other ground protected by the Ontario Human Rights_ _Code._

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:

  • Creates, updates, maintains and verifies logs, reports and databases to record system attributes during planned and emergency conditions
  • Leads, distributes, follows up and checks work, answers inquiries and gives guidance as required
  • Liaises, consults and coordinates with contractors, internal and external customers
  • Operates the system to ensure the safe, reliable and cost effective distribution of electrical energy
  • Monitors system loading and initiates appropriate action to achieve desired system performance
  • Ensures proper isolation and work protection is provided for planned and emergency work
  • Directs and dispatches field operations to complete planned and emergency work
  • Schedules, plans and directs all switching operations to complete planned and emergency work
  • Recommends changes and upgrades to the system to improve system performance and safety
  • Maintains system maps, displays and schematics
  • Informs other departments of emergency response status
  • Supports and assists field crews in response to emergencies such as outages, accidents and spills
  • Responds to after hour stakeout requests and initiate field response, if necessary
  • Advises management of significant events

REQUIREMENTS:


  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with one of the following: Electrical
Engineering Technologist diploma; Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree or Bachelor of
Technology degree with a concentration on Energy Systems Engineering

  • Familiarity with utility safety regulations and practices
  • Demonstrated experience in a variety of business computer software packages
  • Familiar with computerized, remote automated switching system
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Safety performance and familiarity with utility safety regulations and practices; adopts safe and efficient work practices, participates in job planning, risk reduction, and reports problems Customer Service and Trust; excels in providing timely and effective services and exceeding customer expectations
  • Leadership; keeps people informed, promotes team morale and productivity
  • Adherence to Policies and Procedures; complies with policies, practices and procedures
  • Knowledge of Work; demonstrates an indepth level of knowledge regarding the job, current role and accountabilities
  • Problem Solving; takes into account all relevant information when making a decision
  • Dependability; reliable and counted on to get the work done, ability to work with mínimal
supervision

  • Quality of Work; work is organized, detailed, indepth, and is consistently of high quality
  • Volume of Work completed far outreaches the expectations; adapts well to changing volumes of work and/or pace of work and proactively seeks out additional work
  • Collaborating; stresses collaboration and interacts effectively with others
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