Metering Technician Co-op - Burlington, Canada - Burlington Hydro

Burlington Hydro

Verified Company

Burlington, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About this role:

We have a unique opportunity to gain valuable work experience in our Meter department.

If you are currently enrolled in a relevant program, this opportunity will help to prepare you for a future career in the utility sector.

At Burlington Hydro Inc (BHI), we believe in diverse talent and that students add value and help contribute innovative ideas to support our shared success.

As a Metering Co-op, you'll have the opportunity to contribute as part of our team, work alongside and learn from experienced and talented professionals.

Reporting to the Manager, Metering and Technical Services, you will work within a department that is responsible for installation, removal, repair, inspection, testing and calibration of meters, metering equipment.

Core Responsibilities:

Working with Meter Technicians as a helper/2nd person
Assisting with weekly meter downloads
Organizing meter shop; scrapping meters
Monitoring and updating metering inventory
Uploading new material (CTs/PTs, Meters) into Customer Information System (CIS)
Packaging, shipping, delivering, picking up meters and processing all related paperwork
Generating and printing metering service orders
Processing and filing meter inspection certificates and updating CIS with current seal information
Entering Record of Installation information into CIS

What we are looking for:

Enrolled and have good standing in a 3year College level Technologist program
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including reading comprehension and mathematical skills
Knowledge of relevant computer skills (MS Office)
Knowledge of electrical distribution systems
Excellent interpersonal and customer relations skills
A good work ethic with a positive approach to work and coworkers; energetic, motivated with an excellent attendance record

What you will need to be successful:

Keen interest in Electrical discipline, including underground distribution system
Valid G driver's license
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude, analytical and trouble shooting skills
First aid training and certification is an asset
Electrical Safety awareness training is an asset

Who we are:

Established in 1945, Burlington Hydro is a local distribution company (LDC) serving the City of Burlington, with a total licensed service area of 188 square kilometres and a customer base of 68,500 customers (consisting of Residential, General Service, Street Light, and Unmetered Scattered Load customers/connections).

At Burlington Hydro, we strive to exemplify excellence in every aspect of our business.

From the exacting work of our engineers and the professionalism of our customer service representatives, to our resilient operations crews and all those in-between, we work together to deliver value at every level of the organization.

It's a value proposition that lies at the very core of our company - caring for people and community, and caring about stewardship and sustainability - all with a commitment to continuous improvement in everything we do.

We rely on the skills and abilities of all of our employees to assist us in reaching our mission, goals and objectives.

We put high emphasis on our Core Values and expect all employees to act consistently in accordance with those Values.

We care about our team, our work, our customers and our business. Our commitment to delivering quality service and providing a safe work environment govern all of our daily activities. Each member of our team has a responsibility to help one another achieve success, and satisfaction on the job. Vision and strategy are vital, but it's our people who create value.

Burlington Hydro is consistently voted as one of Hamilton-Niagara's Top Employers. We promote a culture that is performance driven, values centric, diverse, and inclusive.

We're always looking for good people who share the same values and want to combine their professional talents with a commitment to our goals.

Thrive in a dynamic team environment and resilient in the face of challenges or uncertainty
Are committed to safety and working as part of a team to ensure the highest standards of safety are upheld
Take the initiative, leads by example, demonstrates a positive attitude and respectful of diverse perspectives
Have a strong track record of excellence in all that they do

In exchange, we offer:

Competitive compensation
Safe working conditions
Training and development support
Opportunity to learn and gain hands on experience with one of the leading Local Distribution Company (LDC) in Ontario
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Burlington Hydro Inc. 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 Human Resources staff of