Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$34/hr–$53/hr
Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application. At Hydro Ottawa, we power the lives of the people in the communities we serve. As the electri…
Skills: Cable jointing, Cable terminating, High voltage cable maintenance, Underground distribution systems, Live line work
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$25/hr–$30/hr
POSITION: Debug Technician Location: Kanata, Ontario Industry: Electronics repair and engineering solutions Email your resume: [email protected] Compensation: $25-$30/hour About Renaissance: Renaissance is a leader in teleco…
Skills: Troubleshooting, Electronics repair, Component level debugging, Multimeter, Oscilloscope
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$120k–$168k/yr
Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous Peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*. * The Employment Equity Act, whi…
Skills: Business development, Strategic partnership, Stakeholder engagement, Market intelligence, Construction codes
Ottawa Senators Hockey ClubOttawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$61k–$93k/yr
The Opportunity The Ottawa Senators are seeking a hard-working, detail-oriented professional to join our Engineering team as a HVAC/ Refrigeration Operator. This is an excellent opportunity to join an NHL franchise which…
Skills: HVAC maintenance, Refrigeration systems, Ice plant operation, Plumbing, Electrical repairs
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Remote OK
$50k–$60k/yr
About 1Valet 1Valet is a Canadian technology company transforming the way people interact with their buildings. We develop smart building software and integrated hardware solutions that connect property managers, residen…
Skills: Quality Assurance, Hardware testing, Software testing, IoT devices, Embedded systems
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$90k–$132k/yr
Worker Sub-Type: Regular Job Description: QNX enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way…
Skills: C, C++, QNX RTOS, VirtIO, Virtualization
Harris ComputerOttawa, Ontario, Canada · Remote OK
$75k–$85k/yr
Key Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure & Architecture Architect, deploy, configure, and support cloud infrastructure on Azure, AWS, and other public clouds for high availability, performance, and security.Lead migrat…
Skills: Cloud Infrastructure, Azure, AWS, Terraform, Ansible
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$24/hr–$35/hr
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-ac…
Skills: Optics, Test and measurement, Automated test code, Scripting, Troubleshooting
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$78k–$88k/yr
At Mitel, you will have the opportunity to help businesses connect, collaborate and provide better experiences for our customers. You will deliver valuable contributions in creating business success within our global org…
Skills: Injection Molding Design, Sheet Metal Design, Pro-e Creo, GD&T, Tolerance Analysis
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$24/hr–$35/hr
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-ac…
Skills: Optics, Test and measurement, Automated test code, Scripting, Troubleshooting
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$70k–$110k/yr
Role: Associate Project Manager (APM) Location: Ottawa, Ontario – On site (5 days per week) Company: Mattamy Homes Canada Department: Construction Office, Ottawa Division Employment Type: Full-Time Reports to: Project Ma…
Skills: Project management, Construction management, Budgeting, Scheduling, Estimating
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Remote Solely
$375k–$410k/yr
DDN is seeking a Client Director – Strategic AI Infrastructure to drive revenue growth in North Central US and Canada within our Artificial Intelligence business unit. This is a quota-carrying role responsible for develo…
Skills: Enterprise technology sales, AI infrastructure, HPC solutions, Cloud platforms, Data center technologies
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$51k–$72k/yr
Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a…
Skills: Laboratory testing, Concrete testing, Soil testing, Equipment calibration, Data entry
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Welcome! Our Growth is Creating Great Opportunities! Our team is expanding, and we want to hire the most talented people we can. Continued success depends on it! Once you've had a chance to explore our current open posit…
Skills: High-speed electronic design, Signal integrity, Optical transceiver design, RF design, Schematic capture
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Remote OK
$132k–$171k/yr
Location: Ottawa - Palladium, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. …
Skills: Solution Architecture, Systems Integration, Cloud Platforms, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Design
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$86k–$137k/yr
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of. Who We Are… When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders …
Skills: Technical Program Management, Agile/Scrum, System Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Content Management Systems
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Remote OK
$123k–$173k/yr
Location: Ottawa, Canada In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace…
Skills: Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Analysis, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Threat Intelligence
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$41/hr–$51/hr
BPA, c’est bien plus qu’une firme d’ingénierie : c’est une équipe passionnée qui façonne les bâtiments et infrastructures de demain. Présente à trav…
Skills: Construction site supervision, Mechanical systems, Electrical systems, Project management, Contract administration
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$109k–$159k/yr
Worker Sub-Type: Regular Job Description: QNX enhances the human experience and amplifies technology-driven industries, providing a trusted foundation for software-defined businesses to thrive. The business leads the way…
Skills: Embedded software development, Technical leadership, C/C++, RTOS, QNX
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$159k–$351k/yr
The application window is expected to close on: 08/06/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received. This is a hybrid role that can be performed …
Skills: Mixed-Signal Design, Analog IC Design, SerDes, Phase Locked Loops (PLL), FinFET
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The Power Cable Technician is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of underground distribution systems, including cable installation and electrical equipment operation. They must perform live line work, troubleshoot faults, and ensure all activities comply with safety and construction standards.
Candidates must be a Journeyperson with electrical utility or relevant high voltage cable experience and possess a valid Class DZ driver's license. Proficiency in lead cable joining is required, along with the ability to obtain specific industry certifications and government security clearance.
Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.
At Hydro Ottawa, we power the lives of the people in the communities we serve.
As the electricity distributor to the Nation’s Capital, our work powers the essential activities that make up our lives - at home, at work and at play. And as Ontario’s largest municipally-owned producer of green power, we are leading the way to a greener tomorrow.
We are seeking a Power Cable Technician who enjoys hands-on work with the support of a collaborative team; a problem solver who always puts safety first. Without you, we’d be in the dark.
Are you ready to make a difference in our community?
JOB SUMMARY
The Power Cable Technician is responsible for constructing, maintaining, operating and repairing Hydro Ottawa’s underground distribution system, particularly the installation and connection of cable and electrical equipment.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential responsibilities of the job include but are not necessarily restricted to the following:
Install, remove, and repair cable (RWU90, PILC, XLPE, EPR, fiber optic) in confined spaces, vaults, substations, trenches, including pole work when necessary.
Complete cable jointing, cable terminating and identifying, and other aspects of the cable jointing trade according to approved methods.
Perform live line work on the underground system following approved methods.
Perform all work in accordance with utility’s construction and safety standards.
Operate, or work in conjunction with, hydraulically operated aerial devices such as radial booms, derrick and bucket trucks, cable handler, cranes, tension machines, safety devices and equipment, voltmeter, ammeter, meg meter, cable fault tester and related equipment.
Perform cable testing.
Construct and maintain primary and secondary distribution vaults inside/outside commercial buildings.
Install and connect new residential single-phase meters.
Remove asbestos in accordance with approved practices.
Install, maintain, operate and repair power transformers and switchgear stations equipment.
Analyze GIS, P-Tech, and TC Mobile maps to verify accuracy and update accordingly.
Apply for work protection and hold work protection permits for Hydro Ottawa and contractors.
Troubleshoot, locate, and evaluate primary and secondary faults, and diagnose repairs as required, and operate related test equipment and hi-pot.
Coordinate work with crews, other related work groups and contractors and customers.
Provide on-call duties and other overtime work as required.
Respond to emergency situations outside of regular hours.
Train and mentor apprentices.
Responsible and accountable for short term and long term job planning and organization, including key accounts.
Operate and maintain assigned company vehicle, CVOR requirements, and stock and equipment as required.
Perform switching, grounding and phasing in close proximity to open bus primary, live front and dead front switch gears.
Recommend new or improved methods and techniques to improve efficiency, productivity, quality, accuracy and safety.
Respond to and investigate accidents/incidents involving excavator cable dig-ins on Hydro Ottawa plant and complete Damage to Plant/Work for Others folders and report findings in writing.
Provide detailed as-built mapping as required.
Ensure project paperwork such as as-built drawings, stores requisition sheets, etc., are accurate and accounted for.
Performs other related duties as required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Journey Person with electrical utility or relevant high voltage cable experience.
Ability to obtain Journeyperson Underground Power Cable Technician Certificate of Registration (MEARIE) or;
Journeyperson Power Line Technician with cable jointing, cable terminating and identifying and other aspects of cable joining (including experience with lead) or;
Equivalent.
Certification in First Aid / CPR, forklift operation, propane, radial boom digger, WHMIS and confined space entry, traffic control is considered an asset.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
English essential, both oral and written.
Bilingual (English/French) considered an asset.
Valid driver’s license –minimum Class DZ; AZ preferred.
Government of Canada security clearance.
Selected candidates will be required to demonstrate their proficiency with lead cable joining as an element of the selection process.
The terms and conditions of employment for this position are governed by the collective agreement between Hydro Ottawa Limited and IBEW Local 636.
Hydro Ottawa offers a Hybrid Work Model. Hybrid work is position specific, the details of which the hybrid model will be discussed with successful candidates.
Hydro Ottawa may use artificial intelligence (“AI”) during the recruitment process to aid in the screening and selection of candidates.
The terms and conditions of employment for this position are governed by the collective agreement between Hydro Ottawa Limited and the applicable union.
Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
We energize our community!
At Hydro Ottawa Group, we're more than just an energy company; we're a community partner with more than a century of deep roots in the National Capital Region. Wholly owned by the City of Ottawa, we're dedicated to driving energy innovation that directly enhances the quality of life in our community. As a diversified, sustainable energy company we're leading the charge towards a smarter energy future by delivering innovative solutions across electricity distribution (Hydro Ottawa Limited), renewable energy generation (Portage Power), energy solutions (Envari Energy Solutions), and fibre optic connectivity (Hiboo Networks). Every facet of our work is about empowering our customers, engaging our employees, elevating our communities and building a more sustainable, reliable, and efficient National Capital Region. Visit our website: www.hydroottawagroup.com Au Groupe Hydro Ottawa, nous sommes bien plus qu’une compagnie d’électricité : nous sommes un partenaire communautaire détenu à part entière par la Ville d’Ottawa et profondément ancré dans la région de la capitale nationale depuis plus d’un siècle. Nous avons à cœur de stimuler les innovations dans le domaine de l’énergie qui améliorent directement la qualité de vie dans notre communauté. En qualité de compagnie diversifiée axée sur l’énergie renouvelable, nous menons la transition vers un avenir énergétique plus intelligent en proposant des solutions novatrices dans différents champs d’activité : distribution d’électricité (Hydro Ottawa limitée), production d’énergies renouvelables (Portage Énergie), solutions énergétiques (Envari Solutions énergétiques) et connectivité par fibre optique (Réseaux Hiboo). Tous les aspects de notre travail visent à accroître l’autonomie de nos clients, à mobiliser nos employés, à renforcer nos communautés et à améliorer la durabilité, la fiabilité et l’efficacité de la région de la capitale nationale. Consultez notre site web : www.hydroottawagroup.com/FR
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