High Voltage

2 weeks ago

Greater Ottawa Metropolitan Area, Canada Hays Full time

High Voltage & Electrical Testing Technician needed in Ottawa

Your new company

Hays Construction has once again partnered with our long-time client, who is a leader in the Electrical field in Eastern Ontario and Quebec. They offer a professional working environment with many interesting projects that will keep you engaged in your day-to-day work

Your new role

We are seeking a skilled High Voltage & Electrical Testing Technician to join the team. This role involves working alongside experienced professionals on high-voltage (HV) and substation projects, performing electrical testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of critical power systems.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include performing electrical testing and commissioning of HV equipment, including:

  • Circuit breakers (HV and 600V)
  • Transformers
  • Substation components
  • Power cables
  • Conduct protection and control system testing, including:
  • Relay programming and troubleshooting
  • Integration of control systems within switchgear
  • Support start-up and troubleshooting of electrical systems during commissioning phases.
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and security clearance requirements.
  • Collaborate with team members and clients to deliver high-quality results.

Occasional travel within Ontario and Quebec may be required.

Significant overtime opportunities are available along with excellent benefits and a retirement package.

What you'll need to succeed

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with circuit breakers, transformers, substations, cables, and advanced protection and control systems:

Mandatory:

  • Red Seal 309A Electrician designation (transferable across IBEW locals)
  • Ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance (minimum Reliability)

Ideally, your skills will include

  • Electrical testing experience (NETA certification is an asset)
  • CET designation in electrical/electronics
  • Familiarity with protection and control systems, relay programming, and HV troubleshooting

What you'll get in return

This position offers significant overtime opportunities and travel flexibility, with 80–90% of work based in Ottawa.

This posting is for an existing vacancy with the organization.

AI may be used to screen, assess or select applicants for the position.

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