
Utility Distribution Designer
- Burlington, ON
- Permanent
- Temps-plein
- Job Description
- Perform site visits to determine the nature of work required (poles, conductors, anchors, equipment condition assessment)
- Utilize GIS data to design overhead & underground distribution networks
- Research land ownership; make easement applications
- Prepare construction drawings for proposed distribution systems (OH and UG)
- Produce job estimates, bills of material, labour & enter material acquisition requests
- Circulate proposed plans for review and comment by utility and city stakeholders
- Complete applications for all applicable municipality construction permits
- Coordinate project schedules with utilities and contractors
- Design and/or verification of third-party attachments on utility poles and obtain approvals
- Interact with internal / external contacts as necessary for design details
- Produce regular project status update reports
- Review of designs in order to ensure accuracy, perform quality control and quality checks prior to project release
- Ensure completed work adheres to engineering and construction standards and Ontario Regulation 22/04
- Prepare as-built construction drawings
- Profile
- A College Degree in a related field
- Minimum of three (3) years experience in developing designs for overhead pole lines, underground duct and conduit systems and residential subdivision systems
- Working knowledge of overhead and underground distribution construction standards, Familiar with CSA standard
- Working knowledge of CAD in the preparation of line design drawings (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation)
- Working knowledge on various Utility GIS platforms for accessing electrical asset data
- Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively, Ability to create effective working relationships with fellow employees, clients' representatives, government agencies and the public
- Knowledge of Ontario Local Distribution Company Standards and system applications in the GTA will be considered as an advantage
- Good standing and records with OACETT; can be an advantage
- Valid Class G (Ontario) driving licence
- Comprehensive Group Benefits available from day one for all permanent employees working at least 20 hours per week.
- Flexible Health and Dental Care benefits to meet your family's needs
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Access to physical, financial, mental, social and environmental well-being services
- Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with 4% employer contribution
- As an employee-owned company, an annual opportunity to purchase shares
- 37.5 hour work week with an opportunity to have any overtime banked or paid out (for hourly employees)
- Flexible work schedule in a hybrid work mode
- Work/Life balance policy across Canada
- Up to five (5) weeks of vacation: based on years of relevant experience
- Eleven (11) statutory holidays plus a personal paid day off
- Employee referral bonus program
- Group discounts on home and auto insurance, fitness memberships, technology, mortgages, and more
- Mentoring programs at local and national level
- Tailored training to improve your existing skills
- Additional Information