Journeyperson or Apprentice Hydro Meter Technologist

Enwin Utilities • Windsor, ON

4d • CA$31 - CA$49 • Onsite

About The Position

ENWIN Utilities Ltd. is currently accepting applications for the vacant position of Journeyperson or Apprentice Hydro Meter Technologist. The successful applicant will be responsible for ENWIN's revenue metering installations and supporting the Supervisor in fulfilling ENWIN's Meter Service Provider (MSP) obligations as set out by the Independent Electrical Systems Operators (IESO). MSP duties include but are not limited to the designing, installation, removal, maintenance, commissioning and decommissioning, testing, and registering and de-registering of wholesale meter installations. Revenue metering assignments includes but is not limited to design, installation, removal of metering installations, investigating problems associated with meter registration, communications, power quality such as power factor, harmonic distortion, high and low voltage issues; installation of service monitoring equipment; installing and removing current and potential transformers; analysing and verifying metering installations; coordinating the installation of primary metering equipment; participating in internal audits by ENWIN Utilities Ltd., and external audits conducted by Measurement Canada, ESA Reg 22/04, and IESO; assisting in the maintenance and in the development of the meter shop operations by monitoring inventory levels, creating and updating all work procedures to reflect changing certifications, practices, and technology; assisting in the development and planning with regards to ENWIN's meter reverification requirements as per Measurement Canada's Laws and Requirements; monitoring Measurement Canada Laws and requirements, IESO market rules and manuals, Ontario Energy Board (OEB) Distribution System Code, ENWIN conditions of service & metering requirements to maintain ENWIN's regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of a two (2) year Electrical/Electronic Technician program or a three (3) year Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology Diploma from a recognized Community College or Certified Journeyperson Electrician - Construction and Maintenance 309A as per the Apprenticeship and Certification Act.
• Successful completion of an ENWIN Electrical Theory Exam with a grade of 70% or greater.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment that includes: heavy lifting, stretching and pulling, climbing to work at heights and/or working from a bucket truck in proximity to high voltage, in extreme weather conditions, year-round.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience providing good customer service in a variety of circumstances which may occasionally be challenging.
• Ability to work independently and within a team aiding or providing leadership to others.
• Experience working with Microsoft Word and Excel and software applications applicable with meter programming and report writing.
• Valid Class "G" Ontario's Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• The Apprentice Hydro Meter Technologist position involves successful completion of an 8,000-hour apprenticeship program. This program is comprised of on-the-job training and completion of the MEARIE Meter Technician program. Duties will become progressively greater with each phase of practical experience and formal training. Progression within the classification will depend on satisfactory performance on the job, fulfilling the objectives of the apprenticeship and successful completion of the Meter Technician Training program delivered via MEARIE. The incumbent will be assigned to work with various Journeyperson throughout the apprenticeship period and, with training, will be expected to work on and operate meters and metering equipment. Upon completion of the 8000 hour apprenticeship, incumbents will be at a rate of $44.20 per hour. Additional years of experience and objectives will provide the opportunity to obtain the maximum rate of $49.07 for a Journeyperson Hydro Meter Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Designing, installation, removal, maintenance, commissioning and decommissioning, testing, and registering and de-registering of wholesale meter installations.
• Design, installation, removal of metering installations.
• Investigating problems associated with meter registration, communications, power quality such as power factor, harmonic distortion, high and low voltage issues.
• Installation of service monitoring equipment.
• Installing and removing current and potential transformers.
• Analysing and verifying metering installations.
• Coordinating the installation of primary metering equipment.
• Participating in internal audits by ENWIN Utilities Ltd., and external audits conducted by Measurement Canada, ESA Reg 22/04, and IESO.
• Assisting in the maintenance and in the development of the meter shop operations by monitoring inventory levels, creating and updating all work procedures to reflect changing certifications, practices, and technology.
• Assisting in the development and planning with regards to ENWIN's meter reverification requirements as per Measurement Canada's Laws and Requirements.
• Monitoring Measurement Canada Laws and requirements, IESO market rules and manuals, Ontario Energy Board (OEB) Distribution System Code, ENWIN conditions of service & metering requirements to maintain ENWIN's regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• ENWIN Utilities Ltd. provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please advise the Human Resources Department.
• ENWIN believes there is significant value in the diversity within our workforce and we are committed to continually enhancing and improving diversity and inclusion throughout our organization. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment opportunities and believe that strength flows from our individual differences and enables us to effectively serve our community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree