Electrical & Control Tech'n/Technologist Job Toronto area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

Status: Permanent Full Time

Education Level:2-year college diploma in a related field of study*

Base

Location:

Toronto, ON

Shift:Days

Travel:75%

Final date to receive applications:July 24, 2026

Salary Range:$41.77 - $64.60 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 Electrical & Control Technician/Technologist.

Reporting to the First Line Manager – Performance & Testing, this position is responsible for maintaining and overhauling all electrical/electronic/control/protection/telecommunication associated with generating stations and facilities.

KEY

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, service, maintain and overhaul and assist with the design for all electrical/electronic/control/protection/telecommunication or testing equipment, associated with generating stations and facilities. Take appropriate preventative or corrective action.

Prepare electrical, control, instrumentation, protection and telecommunication sketches, drawings, and bills of material. Carry out document maintenance activities.

Co-ordinate large projects or highly complex maintenance enhancements related to the installation of new electrical systems, or the replacement of existing systems with different technologies.

Assist in the design of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) programs as required for the efficient operation of the station.

Experience in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (VT SCADA), specifically integration, screen and tag modifications and verification of end devices interfacing with SCADA.

Setup, install, programming and connecting of servers/ network switches/ modems/ routes/ gateways. Installation, repairs and commissioning of new network cables.

Provide technical support, advice, coordination and assistance with regard to emerging work, projects and daily routines, including the development of technical/operational solutions to problems.

Prepare and modify technical procedures and standards and generate reports.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School or equivalent, plus a 2-year college diploma in a related field of study. Relevant Field of Education includes:
Instrumentation Tech/Technologist;
Electrical Tech/Technologist;
Electronics Tech/Technologist;
Electromechanical Engineering Technology

Electrical license in Industrial or Construction preferred

Preference to applicants with experience installing, maintaining, inspecting High Voltage Equipment

Experience programming and troubleshooting Modicon PLCs using Unity Pro is considered an asset

Work as part of a team in a fast paced, dynamic environment, with tight deadlines and expected high level of detail

Ability to travel 75% of the time

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 selection process, please contact

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario, 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…

Electrical & Control Tech'n​/Technologist

Electrical & Control Tech'n/Technologist