Algoma Power’s Powerline Technicians are responsible for the construction and maintenance of power lines throughout our service area.
This apprenticeship program involves successful completion of Levels 1-4 of in-school training as well as proven on-the-job competency and required hours worked in the trade to be a certified Powerline Technician.
The knowledge and skills acquired within this department are beneficial to many other teams and departments throughout our organization!
Requirements
Participants in the Power Line Technician Apprenticeship Program must have and meet the following:- College graduate of a Powerline Technician program
- Valid Ontario G driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Physically able to perform the essential duties in all weather conditions
- General knowledge of line materials, trade related practices/standards and operating rules and regulations is an asset
- Good communication (verbal and written) skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, customers, and industry partners
- Must work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisor and peers
- Ability to think critically and analytically with strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Unrelenting commitment and passion to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement
- Be subject to a criminal, financial, and educational background check
How to Apply
Check our website or social media feeds for apprenticeship opportunities as available.Algoma Power’s Electrical Meter Trade Technicians are responsible for performing installations, inspections, and maintenance repair work on electrical equipment of extreme variety and complexity as related to substations including work on complicated control circuits. This includes protection and control duties as required including wiring, installing, and maintaining panels along with control equipment.
This apprenticeship program involves successful completion of Levels 1-3 of in-school training as well as proven on-the-job competency and required hours worked in the trade to be a certified Substation Electrician.
The knowledge and skills acquired within this department are beneficial to many other teams and departments throughout our organization.
Requirements
Participants in the Substation Electrician Apprenticeship Program must have and meet the following:- Completed a three (3) year Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma from an accredited Ontario college. Registered with OACETT and achieved the C.E.T. designation (or working towards) within the Province of Ontario.
- Valid Ontario G driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Physically able to perform the essential duties in all weather conditions
- Excellent computer skills with practical knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Good communication (verbal and written) skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, customers, and industry partners
- Must work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisor and peers
- Ability to think critically and analytically with strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Unrelenting commitment and passion to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement
- Be subject to a criminal, financial, and educational background check
How to Apply
Check our website or social media feeds often as we post new opportunities regularly.Meter Technicians are responsible for performing inspections, record keeping, and installations of all types of electric revenue meters and associated equipment. They work with electrical trades, maintain and program new electronic metering hardware and software, troubleshoot meter modem/communications equipment and telephone lines, and aid in meter changes and Customer Service assignments as required.
This apprenticeship program involves successful completion of Levels 1-3 of in-school training as well as proven on-the-job competency and required hours worked in the trade to be a certified Meter Technician.
The knowledge and skills acquired within this department are beneficial to many other teams and departments throughout our organization.
Requirements
Participants in the Meter Technician Apprenticeship Program must have and meet the following:- Completed a three (3) year Electrical Engineering Technologist diploma from an accredited Ontario college. Registered with OACETT and achieved the C.E.T. designation (or working towards) within the Province of Ontario.
- Valid Ontario G driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Physically able to perform the essential duties in all weather conditions
- Excellent computer skills with practical knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Good communication (verbal and written) skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, customers, and industry partners
- Must work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisor and peers
- Ability to think critically and analytically with strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Unrelenting commitment and passion to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement
- Be subject to a criminal, financial, and educational background check
How to Apply
Check our website or social media feeds often as we post new opportunities regularly.A Utility Arborist prunes, rigs or moves tree branches and woody vegetation that is in proximity or could contact any electrical apparatus. A Utility Arborist uses climbing techniques, climbing systems and mechanized equipment to work at heights in urban, rural and off-road locations. The ability to work with chainsaw, wood/branch chipper, brush saws and related arboriculture tool operations is required.
An apprenticeship training program consists of on-the-job and in-school training. Generally, the time-frame to become competent in the trade of Utility Arborist is 6,000 hours (approximately three years) consisting of 5,340 hours of on-the-job work experience and 660 hours of in-school training. This work will appeal to those individuals that enjoy physical work that is primarily outdoors in all types of weather conditions. You will be required to work at heights, on ladders, in aerial devices and in trees.
The knowledge and skills acquired within this department are beneficial to many other teams and departments throughout our organization.
Requirements
Participants in the Utility Arborist Apprenticeship Program must have and meet the following:- Grade 12 or the equivalent including Grade 12 Mathematics (or equivalent) and Grade 12 English (or equivalent)
- Valid Ontario G driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Physically able to perform the essential duties in all weather conditions
- Good computer skills with practical knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Good communication (verbal and written) skills as well as the ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, customers, and industry partners
- Must work effectively in a team environment and follow instructions from supervisor and peers
- Ability to think critically and analytically with strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Unrelenting commitment and passion to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement
- Be subject to a criminal, financial, and educational background check
How to Apply
Check our website or social media feeds often as we post new opportunities regularly.As work requirements allow, we can provide post-secondary students with engaging, project-based opportunities for four or eight-month work terms in disciplines, including Health, Safety & Environment, Engineering, Customer Service, Finance, Human Resources, and other technical disciplines.
As work requirements allow, we offer interesting and challenging summer employment opportunities to college and university students in areas such as Customer Service, and Engineering.
We offer other exciting and challenging career opportunities in:
- Customer service
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Health, Safety & Environment
- Information Technology
- Electrical Planning
- Electrical Engineering
- Purchasing and Procurement
- Facilities Maintenance
How to Apply
Check our website or social media feeds often as we post new opportunities regularly.