Journeyperson Electrician; Substation Construction

Job Opportunity

Our Substation group is currently looking to add Journeyperson Electricians to our growing team.

Reporting to the Substation Construction Foreman, the Journeymen Electrician will support the upgrade of a high‑voltage 230kV Substation for Hydro One and work within a live substation, ensuring construction is executed effectively and safely.

Schedule:

10‑hour days (Regular time Pay); 8 days on / 6 days off (from Wednesday to Wednesday) with a 0700AM start.

Please note:

This role is for a site outside of Thunder Bay, ON. Level of Authority (LOA) is available for qualified candidates.

• Oversee the installation, steel and commissioning of medium and high‑voltage (HV) equipment including setting steel supports (gantries, H‑frames), transformers, circuit breakers, and switch gear.
• Conduct high‑voltage terminations and grounding, focusing on structural integrity and electrical safety.
• Perform substation steel erection, cable tray building, cable trench, and bus installation.
• Handle cable installation for medium and high‑voltage power distribution systems.
• Terminate medium and high‑voltage cables, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Interpret medium and high‑voltage electrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams for planning and executing installations and terminations in construction projects.
• Manage material deliveries and inventorying of materials as per the assigned work fronts, identifying any potential risks and bringing them to the site supervisors and foremen’s attention.
• Ensure that Valards equipment and tools are used in a secure and professional manner; tools are accounted for daily; any defective tools and equipment are tagged out of service and brought to the foremen’s attention.
• Maintain a daily diary for record‑keeping purposes.
• Comply with and follow Valards Safety Policies and Procedures.
• Work with the on‑site safety advisor to address any safety concerns brought forth by crews and/or client requirements.

• 4 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Journeyman / Journeyperson Electrician (Red Seal) certification.
• Knowledge of various construction disciplines, safety regulations, and quality control.
• Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend blueprints and understanding of SCADA systems.
• Comprehension of pertinent basic EB&T (Electrical & Grounding Principles) and lock‑out/tag‑out procedures.
• Must hold a valid driver’s licence with an acceptable driving record.
• Employees must bring their hand tools as per the agreement (PPE required: FR clothing, hard hat, safety glasses, gloves).

• Expertise in medium and high‑voltage electrical systems, particularly in construction settings and cable terminations.
• Experience in medium‑to‑high‑voltage substation construction.
• Union eligible; willingness to join the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW).

• Project orientation and Hydro One Station Safety Awareness training (each is an online course) will be required prior to getting on‑site.

• Hourly rate of $45–$50, depending on skills and experience.
• Benefits provided by the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers (CUSW).

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.