Station Design Technologist
Alectra Utilities
Full_time•$37-59/hour (CAD)•Vaughan, Canada
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<p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Station Design Technologist (PWU)</span></strong></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Posting # 2025-189</span></strong></p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Department: </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Station Design</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Posting Open: </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">September 4, 2025</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Posting Closed</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">: September 17, 2025</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Number of Vacancies: </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">1</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Hours Per Week: </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">40</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Rate of Pay: </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">$37.23/hr - $59.95/hr</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">At Alectra, we’re not just about <strong>powering communities</strong>; we’re about <strong>empowering our people</strong>. We prioritize well-being through a culture that fosters collaboration, innovation and continuous growth. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make an impact.</span></em></p>
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<p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 107%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Position Purpose:</span></strong></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 107%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Under the direction of the Manager, Stations Design this position is responsible for preparing designs, documents and work instructions for the installation/modification/removal of new or existing station equipment, as part of a joint stations stakeholder project team, as well as the control and maintenance of the station print database. This position would also assist in the design and development of Alectra’s station construction standards.</span></p>
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<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Prepare designs, documents, bills of material, equipment specifications and work instructions for the installation/modification/removal of new or existing station equipment as part of a joint stations stakeholder project team. Assist in evaluation of alternative proposals.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Perform site visits and liaises with stakeholders to obtain necessary information to prepare design information.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Prepare/revise electrical and mechanical drawings related to the installation/modification/removal of new or existing station and telecom equipment utilizing CAD workstation.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Specify/order and procure project related equipment ensuring compliance with project design. Checks and verifies manufacturer’s submittals.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Provide project related guidance to and answers inquiries from stakeholders and external consultants.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Review as-built information and ensures incorporation into stations records database and ensures compliance with latest ESA directives.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Responsible for the control and maintenance of the station print database and station document management system.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Design and develop station construction standards.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Responsible for a working knowledge and understanding of and make all efforts reasonable to work in accordance with and ensuring work is done in compliance with the appropriate safety legislation, EUSR rules, Alectra policies and procedures and safe work practices that apply to the work while adhering to the internal responsibility system. Reports any unsafe conditions or observed unsafe work practices using Alectra procedures.</span></li>
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<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">College diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">College Diploma/Certificate in the CAD discipline would be beneficial.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Registration with OACETT.</span></li>
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<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Minimum five (5) years of practical and theoretical related experience with transformer and municipal station design in a utility environment.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Requires thorough understanding of Protection & Control and Telecommunications systems is an asset.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Ability to use business computing software applications, including: MS Office applications, JDE Edwards Enterprise One.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Experience in the use of computer aided drafting in a utility stations environment.</span></li>
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<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Strong strategic, analytical and communication skills with ability to influence others.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Self starter with the ability to promote continual improvement through innovation.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Energetic and enthusiastic team player committed to overall success of the organization.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The ability to provide innovative solutions to complex issues in a timely manner.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Strong knowledge in electrical distribution systems.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Strong knowledge of Alectra’s standard construction drawings, policies, procedures and practices.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Strong communication skills both verbal and written.</span></li>
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<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:</span></p>
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<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Safety: </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Respect: </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Customer Focus:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care. </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Excellence:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in; line-height: normal; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Innovation:</span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"> Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.</span></p>
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<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We offer <strong>comprehensive benefits.</strong> From health and wellness programs to financial security though our <em>Defined Benefit Pension Plan</em> – we offer a robust benefits package that supports you and your family. </span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We invest in your <strong>career development</strong>. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We care about you <strong>work-life balance.</strong> Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:</span>
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<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Time off: </span></em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">At Alectra, we offer various time off options for our employees including vacation time, personal days, milestone parental leave top-up, volunteer days and bereavement days.</span></li>
<li style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt 0px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Disconnecting from work: </span></em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.</span></li>
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<p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. *Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.*</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 107%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">*First consideration will be given to permanent employees in the PWU bargaining unit. </span></em></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 8pt; line-height: 107%; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><em><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">**As per the Collective Agreement, any permanent new hire in their bargaining unit must remain in their current position for at least twelve (12) months prior to commencing a new position.</span></em></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation during the process, please contact [email protected]. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.</span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, <strong>only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</strong></span></p>
<p style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 8pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Aptos, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Please note: We kindly request <strong>no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals.</strong> Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.</span></p>
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Application Requirements
A college diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent is required, along with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems and CAD is essential.