Medium to High Voltage - Commissioning and Maintenance Technicians

Location: Western Canada (7&7 projects in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan)

Travel: Paid to and from site

Accommodations: Paid

Start Date: May 15th, 2025

Position Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Intermediate to Senior

Sigma Power

Sigma Power, also known as Stuart Olson Tech Services, is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. We provide a comprehensive range of technical services on equipment ranging from 480V to 500KV. Our team of highly trained personnel delivers services with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. We offer value-added services to Utility, Industrial, and Commercial clients. Tech Services is fully integrated within the E/I & HV Stuart Olson portfolio, maximizing value creation for our clients.

We are seeking Power System Technicians and Protection & Control Technicians to join our team for exciting opportunities across Western Canada, focusing on projects in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. These positions offer a unique chance to work on the commissioning and maintenance of medium to high voltage systems in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain an unwavering commitment to safety and quality standards at all times.

Commission, maintain, service, and repair electrical distribution equipment at various voltage levels (medium to high voltage).

Perform tasks including but not limited to 5kV+ cable terminations and testing, protection and control schemes, and relay and tele protection/SCADA integrations.

Work with SF6 gas, oil processing, transformers, protective relays, cabling, switchgear, circuit breakers, motor control centers, and motors.

Participate in ILP investigations, HAZOPS, and Job Safety Analysis to ensure a safe working environment.

Prepare and issue detailed technical reports, including recommendations for improvement or repair.

Identify and propose value-add opportunities for clients, such as system repairs or upgrades.

Provide mentorship and support to junior team members.

Qualifications:

Certification as an Electrical Engineering Technologist, Electrical Engineer, Power Systems Electrician, or Journeyman Electrician.

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in Electrical Commissioning and Maintenance.

Strong working knowledge of testing apparatus for acceptance and maintenance testing.

Familiarity with Protection and Control systems and relay testing.

Experience with Management of Change (MOC) processes.

Registration with an applicable Professional Association in good standing is considered an asset.

Utility experience is an asset.

Experience in Project Management or team leadership is considered an asset.

Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while adhering to tight deadlines.

Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.

Why Join Us?

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Excellent work-life balance with a 7&7 schedules, allowing you to enjoy quality time off.

Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.

Be part of a team that values safety, quality, and professional growth.

Make a meaningful impact through mentorship and technical leadership.

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