Hydroelectric Operating Technician Trainee

Status: Regular Full Time
Working Conditions: On-site      
Education Level: 2-year post-secondary diploma 
Base Location: Timmins, ON
Shifts(s): Days and/or rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
Travel: 25%
Deadline to Apply: August 1st, 2025
Salary Range: $32.28 - $68.35 Per Hour 
 
Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow. 

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. 

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job. 

JOB OVERVIEW 

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Hydroelectric Operating Technician Trainee

Reporting to the First Line Manager Operating, this position is responsible for  shift or day basis, participating in planning and carrying out operating activities for generating stations, control dams and related facilities and structures.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Operate and monitor assigned equipment, units, dams, water reservoirs , and auxiliary systems to ensure safe and reliable performance; identify and address abnormalities, inefficiencies, and hazards.
• Apply Work Protection Code (WPC) procedures up to the level of training, including acting as controlling/issuing authority for assigned equipment as required.
• Support watershed management by ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, social, and environmental requirements.
• Lead and coordinate the assessment, prioritization, and scheduling of equipment outages, including evaluating outage applications and initiating necessary actions.
• Manage and recommend solutions for planned and unplanned outages affecting generation equipment to minimize operational impacts.
• Respond appropriately to electricity system or plant contingencies, taking timely corrective actions.
  
• Communicate and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
  
• Prepare accurate reports, maintain required documentation, and uphold good housekeeping, emergency preparedness, and safety practices to protect the health and well-being of self and others.

QUALIFICATIONS 

• 2-year post-secondary diploma in related study such as Power Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical Diploma
  
• Candidates must demonstrate minimum education qualifications by providing proof of education 
  
• Candidates will be required to successfully complete aptitude testing in order to proceed in the selection process.
  
• Experience of a practical nature, preferably associated with operating, electrical trades
  
• Knowledge of and willingness to use appropriate safety measures and equipment
  
• Demonstrated ability to explain practical technical knowledge relating to previous work experience and/or education
  
• Able and willing to work in a Control Room environment and react to multiple requirements at a time
  
• Flexible/adaptable regarding changes in work routine and travel to other work locations
  
• Ability to perform effective prioritization and ability/experience with multitasking situations
  
• Can demonstrate project/team skills with ability to assume leadership role
  
• Ability to work variable shifts and under station working conditions
  
• Ability to travel; a valid Class G Driver’s License is required
  
• Proven experience in a control room environment – electrical, utility as a power engineer is an asset 
  
• Knowledge and experience of hydroelectric generators, protection systems, governor systems, etc. is an asset.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. 

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact AODA@opg.com. 

What makes a career at OPG different?
With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.  

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history. 

Please submit your application online at jobs.opg.com.  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

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The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.