Regional Maintainer - Lines - UTS 2

46436 - Orangeville - Regular -  

Safety Comes First is a core value at Hydro One, and we remain committed to taking every reasonable precaution to ensure a respectful, safe and healthy working environment. Further to this commitment, we have adopted a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy to protect the health of our employees from the hazard of COVID-19. New employees will be required to declare their vaccination status to Hydro One. Employees who do not provide proof of vaccination status may not enter any 3rd party locations that require full vaccination (e.g. customer properties).

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 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!

*NOTE* Hydro One introduced a Hybrid Work Pilot Project in 2022 for most office-based roles. Employees work in-office/on-site two days a week and remotely from home for three days a week. Hydro One is adding refreshed workspaces and technology to support these changes.  Join us as we ‘trial & learn’ a new modern way of working and be a key driver of future state!

In office but with intention – a time for team and trust building, collaboration, and socialization. Please reach out to us to learn more!

General Accountabilities:

• Under the direction of the FLM, carry out and supervise staff involved in the construction and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines and associated apparatus, including erection of poles and structures for power lines.

• Maintain power service to electrical customers, including troubleshooting and restoring of electrical power during emergencies.

• Install, connect and repair underground, submarine and overhead conductors to service customers.

• Perform approved live line work using live line tools, rubber gloves and barehand techniques.

• Understand and operate motorized vehicles and equipment.

• Organize staff and material efficiently and ensure that the proper vehicles, tools and equipment are available and maintained in good working order.

• Train and further develop staff, monitor work for safety, production and quality.

• Be prepared to accept an equitable portion of trouble call service and emergency work outside of normal work hours.

• Job Planning and knowledge of work management systems are required.

• References will be made within the Trades Responsibilities and Supervisory Criteria Document

• Other duties as required

Selection Criteria:

• Must have a Grade XII or equivalent, plus eight years’ experience in all phases of the line business.

• Must have demonstrated leadership ability and a high standard of safety and efficiency.

• Must have a good working knowledge of the Distribution Standards Manual, Work Methods Manual, Work

• Protection Code, Hydro One Safety

• Rules and Trades Supervisory Criteria and Responsibility Matrix.

• Must demonstrate a high standard of relations with staff and customers.

• Previous experience in a supervisory position, either as a UTS3 or gained through prolonged stepup would be a definite asset.

• In making this selection, primary consideration will be given to personal qualities such as leadership, reliability, demonstrated sound judgment, ability to organize and instruct and an understanding of the practice of positive human relations.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2022.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

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Deadline: March 27, 2023

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