CNPI’s Powerline Technicians (PLTs) 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.
With experience and training, PLT’s within our company can progress to become Line Lead Hands, Line Specialists, Supervisors and much, much, more! 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
- Ability to remain within thirty (30) minutes driving time of the Fort Erie service center to better respond to emergencies and on-call duties
- 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.CNPI’s Operations Technicians are responsible for the installation, testing, maintaining, and evaluating of protection & control systems, communication systems, all components of SCADA and automation systems, testing substation and metering systems, and equipment involved in the transmission and distribution systems. This role programs, installs, analyzes, troubleshoots, and repairs microprocessor-based relays and Intelligent Electronic Devices, as well as completes required testing of various devices, tools, and equipment. This position also installs, maintains, and tests substation and metering systems.
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. Also, successful completion of the self-study training and testing and proven on-the-job competency and required hours to be a certified Electrical Operator.
With experience and training, Operations Technicians within our company can progress to become Senior Operations Technicians, Operations Specialists, Lead Hands, Supervisors and much more! The knowledge and skills acquired within this department are beneficial to many other teams and departments throughout our organization.
Requirements
Participants in the Operations 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
- Advanced 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.CNPI’s Substation Electricians 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.
With experience and training, Substation Electricians within our company can progress to become Lean Hands, Supervisors and much, much more! 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.CNPI’s 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.
With experience and training, Meter Technicians within our company can progress to become Lead Hands, Supervisors and much, much more! 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.CNPI’s Electrical Operators are responsible for the day to day operation of Control Room and all its functions including but not limited to: operation and maintenance of the SCADA system, coordination of system outages and switching orders, dispatch of crews as required, maintenance of daily records and documentation required in accordance with the Utility Work Protection Code and all other duties as required.
This apprenticeship program involves successful completion of the self-study training and testing and proven on-the-job competency and required hours to be a certified Electrical Operator.
With experience and training, Electrical Operators within our company can progress to become Lead Hands, Supervisors and much more! The knowledge and skills acquired within this department are beneficial to many other teams and departments throughout our organization.
Requirements
Participants in the Electrical Operator 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
- Advanced 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, Facilities Maintenance, and Corporate Services.
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.