College Coop Student - Area Distribution Engineering Technician - Woodstock - 4 Months - Fal 2026
About The Position
Hydro One is seeking a College Coop Student to join the Area Distribution Engineering Technician team in Woodstock for a 4-month term in Fall 2026. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity for students enrolled in Electrical or Civil Engineering Tech Programs to gain practical experience in the electricity transmission and distribution sector. The role involves assisting with engineering investigations, preparing technical documentation, coordinating with external stakeholders, and performing various field and office tasks. This co-op term will provide a solid understanding of the Area Distribution Engineering Technician role and expose students to diverse methods, procedures, equipment, and programs used within the ADET department.
Requirements
- Students enrolled in the Electrical or Civil Engineering Tech Programs, minimum 1st year.
- Daily reporting and attendance to the Area Office.
- Candidates must have a valid and current G2 class driver’s license.
- Students must be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term (exceptions made for students requiring a work term to graduate).
- International students must have a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN).
Responsibilities
- 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.
- 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.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Exposure to various methods, procedures, processes, equipment, and programs
- Hands-on experience in completing scheduled work
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
