Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates the work of the Power Electricians, Apprentices and Helpers. Assists with assigning and scheduling the work of Section staff.
• Performs on-site inspections of work being carried out to ensure adherence to proper procedures, safety standards, construction standards, Safe Work Procedures and other specifications.
• Assists with the programming of projects, development of work methods, coordination with other utilities, developers, contractors, inspectors and other on-site staff.
• Provides the engineering design staff with recommendations, as required.
• Assists with switching operations, as required on the system.
• Assists with staff training and development.
• Assists with the apprentice training program and safety training program.
• Maintains records of time spent on each job. Ensures that all material allocated to each job is recorded completely and accurately.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Training and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12 education.
• Possession of an unrestricted Saskatchewan Journeyman Electrician Certificate.
• Five years' experience as a Journeyman Power Electrician in an electric utility.
• Possession of, or ability to successfully complete within 6 months after date of hire, a valid Saskatchewan Class 1A Driver’s Licence.
• Current driver’s abstract from SGI demonstrating a safe driving record.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of substations, transmission and distribution systems.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical equipment and electrical test equipment.
• Ability to learn new system developments.
• Ability to supervise, train and develop staff.
• Ability to make efficient use of staff and equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public.
• Physical ability to perform the assigned duties.
• Skill in the operation of a computer with software such as Microsoft Outlook.