Protection & Control Technologist

PROTECTION AND CONTROL TECHNOLOGIST Greater Sudbury Hydro Inc (GSHI) is a trusted electrical distribution company delivering safe and reliable electricity to the City of Greater Sudbury and West Nipissing. GSHI is part of Greater Sudbury Utilities, a diversified, community-owned corporation focused on excellence, innovation, and growth. The GSU group of companies provides leadership in energy distribution, alternative generation, water heater rental products, and leading-edge telecommunications technologies and services. What we offer Stay healthy and well with a competitive compensation package including: · Comprehensive benefits (Health, Dental, LTD, Life Insurance, EAP) · OMERS defined benefit pension plan · Ongoing training and development · Salary Range: $102,000.00-$111,500.00 For more information about OMERS, visit: https://www.omers.com/ About the Opportunity Reporting to the Operations Supervisor – Technical Services, the Protection and Control Technician will install, commission and maintain SCADA, Load Control, Distribution Automation, Substation Protective Relaying-Metering Control and the Communication Networks for these systems. They will participate in the planning and design of the above systems. They will also participate in the analysis and studies related to the technical and economic feasibility of Utility projects. The successful applicant will maintain a professional working relationship with customers and perform protective device coordination studies. Seeking the following qualifications: · Three-year Electrical Technology diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. · Strong planning, coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills. · Minimum five years of experience in relaying, metering, control, and communications systems, preferably in an electrical utility environment. · Working knowledge of utility distribution systems, equipment, construction materials, and work methods. · Proficiency with electrical and optical test equipment used for protection, metering, power quality, communications, and fiber optics. · Experience with Windows Server, SQL Server, Microsoft 365, and engineering applications such as AutoCAD, Survalent SmartVU, STC Explorer, AcSELerator QuickSet, Milsoft, CYME, and related utility analysis software. · Experience calculating and applying protection relay settings for electromechanical, electronic, and PLC-based relays. · Strong troubleshooting and repair skills for electrical, electronic, and communications systems. · Knowledge of serial and Ethernet communications, including protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, TCP/IP, and related standards. · Valid Class G driver's licence with the ability to perform frequent field work. Interested applicants are invited to submit a detailed resume by Friday, September 11, 2026, no later than 4:30 p.m. to: [email protected] GSU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a recruitment process that respects the dignity and independence of all candidates. We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities. Should you be contacted by GSU, please advise if you require an accommodation.

Install, commission, and maintain SCADA, load control, distribution automation, and substation protective relaying systems. Participate in the planning, design, and technical feasibility studies of utility projects.

Requires a three-year Electrical Technology diploma and at least five years of experience in relaying, metering, and communications within a utility environment. Must be proficient with electrical test equipment and possess a valid Class G driver's licence.

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Long Term Disability • Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Omers Defined Benefit Pension Plan • Ongoing Training And Development

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• Scada
• Load Control
• Distribution Automation
• Protective Relaying
• Metering Control
• Communication Networks
• Protective Device Coordination
• AutoCAD
• Survalent SmartVU
• STC Explorer
• AcSELerator QuickSet
• Milsoft
• Cyme
• Modbus
• DNP3
• TCP/IP

• Engineering
• Energy
• Trades
• Technology

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Postuler avant le

25 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Director

Mode de candidature

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