Field Electrical Inspector

EDUCATION

EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Hydro, Utility and infrastructure experience.
• Working knowledge of the Electrical Utility Safety Rules and industry safe work practices.
• Knowledge of Toronto Hydro Rule Book, THESL Distribution Standards would be an asset.
• Familiar working knowledge with occupational health & safety act (OHSA), construction standards and specifications in Ontario and City of Toronto (OPS, MCR)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple sites daily
• Must be able to work outside in extreme weather and flexible hours of work.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

SPECIFIC TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Experience in overhead and underground electrical distribution construction and inspection.
• Strong knowledge of cable pulling, conductor stringing, pole line construction, and utility installations.
• Ability to inspect and verify construction compliance with drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Knowledge of electrical safety regulations, hazard controls, and safe work practices (OHSA, ESA, EUSR).
• Experience with switchgear, transformers, protection and control systems, and related power distribution equipment.
• Proficient in reviewing utility drawings, single-line diagrams, wiring schematics, and as-built documentation.
• Skilled in identifying non-conformances, quality issues, safety concerns, and recommending corrective actions.
• Experience with underground utility projects, excavation, shoring, hydro-vac/daylighting, and municipal infrastructure works.
• Strong reporting, documentation, and project coordination skills, including daily inspection logs, NCRs, photographs, and progress reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and able to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and professionalism.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Ontario G-Class Driver's Licence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Willingness to travel within the GTA and work occasional extended hours when required.
• Wage: $ 31-51 an hour based on experience + benefits.
• SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and Indigenous status, or any other characteristics protected by law. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Accommodations are available on request for qualified candidates during each stage of the recruitment process. Please note that candidates applying for Canadian job openings should be authorized to work in Canada.