Supervisor - High Voltage Cable Splicer
About The Position
Hydro One is the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. The Cable Crew is responsible for the safe maintenance, operation, and integrity of approximately 170 km of underground transmission circuits across Toronto & the GTA. This network includes a mix of HV High /Low Pressure Liquid Filled cable, Pipe type and XLPE cable systems and is a critical backbone supplying the downtown core and surrounding load centres. The team supports capital projects and system expansions by providing field expertise and site representation for contractors, ensuring work is completed to standard and in alignment with system reliability requirements. They also fulfill key legislative obligations, including managing locates through Ontario One Call to protect buried infrastructure and prevent third-party damage. Through these responsibilities, the Cable Crew directly contributes to the reliability, safety, and long-term sustainability of the broader transmission system.
Requirements
- Grade 12 (or equivalent) with experience in a high-voltage (HV) environment, including job planning, work protection, and crew leadership
- Valid driver’s license
- Proven experience as a cable maintainer, including:
- Splicing and terminating MV/HV cables
- Performing cable maintenance, inspections, and repairs using specialized equipment
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and route prints
- Demonstrated leadership experience directing crews, assigning work, and delivering safe, efficient results
- Strong knowledge of Hydro One Safety Rules, work protection practices, and cable maintenance standards
- Ability to lead safety programs, tailboards, and compliance activities
- Experience coaching and developing employees, with strong communication and organizational skills
- Known for reliability, sound judgment, and fostering positive labour relations
- Willing and able to work overtime and participate in on-call and emergency response rotations
- Willing and able to travel and work away from headquarters, as required
- Willing and able to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Previous underground high-voltage cable experience is a critical requirement for this position. Only candidates who can demonstrate relevant hands-on experience with underground high-voltage cable systems should be advanced for consideration.
Nice To Haves
- Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC) certification is an asset
- 309A Electrician certification (or equivalent) is an asset
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise Cable Crews in the safe, efficient execution of preventive and corrective maintenance programs for underground HV cable systems
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate crew activities, materials, tools, and equipment to deliver work programs, inspections, and capital work
- Take ownership of crew safety, including establishing and holding work protection, conducting tailboards, safety meetings, and hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with Hydro One standards
- Lead cable locates (stakeouts) and support capital work, including HV cable joint replacements and system improvements
- Supervise and participate in cable maintenance, inspections, testing, and HV/MV cable repairs, and carry out Hi Pot and Partial Discharge cable testing for MV cables up to 50KV
- Organize and assign work to crew members based on skills and qualifications, and coordinate activities with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders
- Optimize resources and adjust work plans to respond to changing priorities, system conditions, and emergencies
- Monitor crew performance, provide coaching and on-the-job training, and support employee development and performance management
- Promote a respectful, productive work environment and maintain positive labour relations
- Ensure accurate reporting, documentation, and use of systems (e.g., SAP) for planning and tracking work activities
- Ensure work meets corporate standards for safety, quality, and productivity
- Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergency work as required
Benefits
- Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
