Electrical Technician

Job Posting Information

Electrical Technician
Three (3) Regular position
Marysville, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E22088-2025

At NB Power we are a team committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

The Meter Shop and Mesh & Meter Operations (MMO) teams are responsible for managing NB Power's fleet of over 350,000 revenue-grade residential, commercial, and industrial meters, as well as more than 400 mesh network devices. Their work includes ensuring meter accuracy through testing, verifying test consoles, reviewing nonconforming meters, and providing technical support for field operations. In addition, they maintain compliance with Measurement Canada legislative requirements. Operating in a near real-time capacity, MMO plays a foundational role in NB Power's smart grid by overseeing the processes and equipment that enable accurate measurement and reliable system performance.

Electrical Technician key functions include:
• Testing, configuring and assisting in the management of distribution and transmission meters.
• Testing meter test boards, validating accuracy of test equipment, and testing analyzers for field deployment.
• Managing field inspection reports and non-conformances.

Field Electrical Technician key functions include:
• Installing, replacing and troubleshooting 3 phase transformer rated metering sites.
• Analyzer testing of meters, validating Current Transformer (CT) / Potential Transformer (PT) configurations for accurate billing.
• Reading and enforcing metering drawings.

Smart Meters Technician key functions include:
• Testing and validation of meters and network equipment. Deployment of meters and network equipment firmware and configuration.
• Conducting performance management and troubleshooting of meters and network equipment. Submitting Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) and issue tickets with vendor.
• Evaluating and implementation of smart meters use cases and developing technologies.

Our ideal teammate will have:
Diploma in one of the following options:
• Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology
• Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls Technician
• A valid class 5 Driver's License
• Certification as a Meter Technician will be considered an asset

An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:
• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials if they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials

To be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Kratika Shinde at [email protected]

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, 29 October 2025

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.