Apprentice Distribution System Operator

Job Posting Information

Apprentice Distribution System Operator

One (1) Regular position
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E22125-2025

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.

As part of the Distribution System Operations team, the Apprentice Distribution System Operator will be training to become a Distribution System Operator (DSO) (shift and days). The DSO is responsible for triaging and dispatching trouble calls to the appropriate work groups, is the subject matter expert in NB Power's standard protection code on the distribution system (Operating Rules and Regulations) and issues switching instructions as to minimize impact to customers and ensure overall safety of NB Power employees, contractors, and the public.

Key functions include:

• Triaging and dispatching trouble calls to the appropriate field resources using the Outage Management System (OMS);
• Developing, approving, and executing emergency/emergent and real time switching instructions, live line work authorizations (hold offs), and work permits;
• Executing complex planned and approved switching orders, hold offs, and work permits.

Our ideal teammate will have:

• Two-year technical diploma in a relevant field (e.g., electrical, power systems, industrial control, or electronics) and five years of related experience

OR

• Recognized professional certification or licence in a field relevant to utility operations along with five years of related experience

The successful candidate will be assigned to an on-call roster and will be required to reside within one (1) hour response time to the active control centre.

The successful candidate will have to complete the Distribution System Operator Apprenticeship within three years from date of hire as a condition of employment.

As part of this process, PSP Metrics testing will be administered to candidates who successfully go through all steps of the process. PSP Metrics is a screening tool that predicts a candidate's potential for success in this role.

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 Sonia Grenier 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, DATE, November 16, 2025

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