HV Electrical Technician

Job summary

Responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, and repair of high voltage electrical systems including substations and transformers. The role involves executing emergency maintenance, performing switching and grounding procedures, and mentoring junior technicians.

Job details

High Voltage Electrical Technician Spark Power, a trusted partner in energy in North America, is looking for a High Voltage Electrical Technician. The High Voltage Electrician / Technician is responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of high voltage electrical systems (typically 5kV to 44kV+) including substations, transformers, switchgear, and transmission/distribution infrastructure. This role requires specialized expertise in energized and de-energized high voltage environments, strict adherence to utility and safety standards, and experience with testing and protection systems. What will you do you as a High Voltage Electrical Technician? Install, maintain, and repair high voltage equipment including power transformers, breakers and switchgear, protection and control systems including Bus systems and disconnects (distribution) Perform acceptance testing, commissioning, and diagnostics on HV equipment, including: (Megger) (TTR), Power factor, relay protection testing Execute planned emergency maintenance distribution and transmission systems Interpret and work from: single line diagrams, protection and control schematics and relay coordination studies Familiar with Electrical lockout/Tag out procedure and have Electrical Safety Awareness Travel frequently to remote substations and project sites Work extended hours during outages, including nights/weekends Familiar with testing different types of high voltage and low voltage equipment. Report, record, compute and process electrical test information in accordance with accepted standard practices Perform switching, isolation, grounding, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures in high voltage environments Support and execute energization and de-energization procedures Business acumen; Demonstrates an understanding of business operations and priorities, using this knowledge to make informed decisions that support organizational goals. Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively to ensure timely and accurate completion of work. Demonstrates an understanding of business operations and priorities, using this knowledge to make informed decisions that support organizational goals. Work in substations, generation facilities, and industrial HV environments Lead or support outage planning and execution Mentor apprentices and junior technicians in HV procedures and safety practices Spark Power Employee Benefits and Perks: Competitive wages Excellent benefit package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Extended Health, Disability) and wellness spending account option RRSP Career advancement and mentorship opportunities Diverse and exciting industrial, commercial and institutional projects and customer base Continuous training and skills improvement Paid uniforms Paid tooling plus up to $200 annual tool allowance ….and much more Do you have the Spark? Here’s what we’re looking for: Knowledge/Experience of performing HV/MV Circuit Breaker Timing Tests Strong understanding of high voltage systems and power distribution theory Advanced troubleshooting of HV systems Ability to interpret complex electrical schematics and relay logic High attention to safety, detail, and procedural compliance Strong decision-making in high-risk environments Ability to work under pressure during outages or critical failures Valid 309A Electrical License (or Powerline Technician / equivalent preferred depending on scope) 5–10+ years of experience in high voltage, utility / substation work Experience with testing and commissioning HV equipment (major differentiator) Working knowledge of: Ontario Electrical Code (OEC) and Utility standards and operating procedures Valid driver’s license with clean abstract Utility or EPC project experience DZ License Auto-cad experience Who is Spark Power? Spark Power is the leading independent provider of end-to-end electrical services and operations and maintenance services to the industrial, utility, and renewable asset markets in North America. We work to earn the right to be our customers’ Trusted Partner in Power™. Our highly skilled and dedicated people, located in the communities we serve, combined with our knowledge of the power industry, technology expertise, and commitment to safety, ensures we deliver the right solutions that keep our customers’ operations up and running today and better equipped for tomorrow. Spark Power welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Artificial intelligence tools may be used to support parts of the recruitment and selection process, including application screening

What you’ll do

Responsible for the installation, testing, commissioning, and repair of high voltage electrical systems including substations and transformers. The role involves executing emergency maintenance, performing switching and grounding procedures, and mentoring junior technicians.

Requirements

Requires a valid 309A Electrical License or equivalent and 5-10+ years of experience in high voltage utility or substation work. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and proficiency in interpreting complex electrical schematics and relay logic.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Extended Health Insurance • Disability Insurance • Wellness Spending Account • RRSP • Career Advancement • Mentorship Opportunities • Continuous Training • Paid Uniforms • Tool Allowance

Listed skills

• Control · Preferred
• Training · Preferred
• Mentorship · Preferred
• Ability to work under pressure · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Compliance · Preferred
• safety · Preferred
• Process · Preferred
• Switching · Preferred
• maintenance · Preferred
• Customer · Preferred
• coordination · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• High Voltage Installation
• Commissioning
• HV Testing
• Substation Maintenance
• Relay Protection Testing
• Electrical Troubleshooting
• LOTO Procedures
• Schematic Interpretation
• Power Distribution Theory
• Switchgear Maintenance
• Transformer Repair
• Outage Planning

Job areas

• Energy
• Trades
• Engineering
• Construction
• Security & Safety