Common use of CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE Clause in Contracts

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 ‌ The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2022 April 1, 2023 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.80 $1.85 Saturday $2.27 $2.32 Sunday $2.37 $2.42 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties.4 (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2017 April 1, 2018 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.55 $1.60 Saturday $2.02 $2.07 Sunday $2.12 $2.17 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties.4 (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2012 April 1, 2013 April 1, 2014 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.39 $1.42 $1.45 Saturday $1.84 $1.88 $1.92 Sunday $1.94 $1.98 $2.02 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the Employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 ‌ The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties.4 (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2012 April 1, 2013 April 1, 2014 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.39 $1.42 $1.45 Saturday $1.84 $1.88 $1.92 Sunday $1.94 $1.98 $2.02 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) 1. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) 2. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) (a) 3. and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2019 April 1, 2020 April 1, 2021 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.65 $1.70 $1.75 Saturday $2.12 $2.17 $2.22 Sunday $2.22 $2.27 $2.32 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties.4 (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) 1. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) 2. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) (a) 3. and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2017 April 1, 2018 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.55 $1.60 Saturday $2.02 $2.07 Sunday $2.12 $2.17 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 ‌ The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2022 April 1, 2023 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.80 $1.85 Saturday $2.27 $2.32 Sunday $2.37 $2.42 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the Employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2012 April 1, 2013 April 1, 2014 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.39 $1.42 $1.45 Saturday $1.84 $1.88 $1.92 Sunday $1.94 $1.98 $2.02 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties.4 (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2019 April 1, 2020 April 1, 2021 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.65 $1.70 $1.75 Saturday $2.12 $2.17 $2.22 Sunday $2.22 $2.27 $2.32 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the Employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) 1. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) 2. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) (a) 3. and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: April 1, 2012 April 1, 2013 April 1, 2014 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.39 $1.42 $1.45 Saturday $1.84 $1.88 $1.92 Sunday $1.94 $1.98 $2.02 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the Employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 ‌ The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) 1. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) 2. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) (a) 3. and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer Employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2022 April 1, 2023 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.80 $1.85 Saturday $2.27 $2.32 Sunday $2.37 $2.42 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the Employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties.4 (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2019 April 1, 2020 April 1, 2021 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.65 $1.70 $1.75 Saturday $2.12 $2.17 $2.22 Sunday $2.22 $2.27 $2.32 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position. The Employer agrees to pay one hundred percent (100%) of the fee for Hoisting and Z Endorsement Licenses and A Driver’s Licenses, for those employees who are required to acquire and maintain such licenses. The Employer also agrees to maintain the necessary books required for such licenses and allow employees time off to acquire and maintain such licenses. Where medical certification is required, to maintain a license requested as a condition of employment, the Employer shall pay one hundred percent (100%) of the cost. Students from an MCTU approved co-op Powerline Electrician program who are hired by the Employer for placement shall be paid at the summer student rate. The employee shall be provided by the Employer one (1) work shirt and one (1) pair of bib overalls or winter coveralls at no cost to the employee. Except where the overtime detail is an unscheduled extension to the normal working day placement students shall not work overtime until all Powerline Electricians and Crewleaders have been offered the overtime assignment.

CLASSIFICATION AND WAGE RATE. Clause 20.01 The classification and Wage Schedule set out in Schedules "A" and "B" is for pay purposes only and forms an integral part of this Agreement.Clause 20.02 (a) As applies to salary Schedule "A", O.C.T. Unit, the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression will be: 0 to 6 months Step 1 6 to 12 months Step 2 12 to 24 months Step 3 More than 24 months Step 4 with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) Employees who are filling limited positions shall have such time credited on an accumulated basis for consideration for progression. Such credited time shall include temporary relief if it immediately preceded the posting date and the employee who carried out the temporary assignment was awarded the limited position. Such accumulation of time shall cease if the employee has not carried out a limited relief assignment in the position for a period of twenty-twenty- four (24) months. However, once the employee has been assigned the new rate of pay, the employee shall receive the rate of pay for periods of temporary relief. (a) As applies to salary Schedule "B" (Outside Unit) the interval for employees to be given consideration for progression to the next salary step shall be twelve (12) months with progression based on ability and satisfactory performance of duties. (b) It is also agreed that in the classifications of Powerline Electrician, Substation Electrician, Meter Technician, Garage Mechanic and System Operator employees who enter a training program to become qualified journeymen, must complete their formal training before being advanced to the next progression step. Failure to complete formal training may result in removal from the classification. Such removal will not be considered as disciplinary action. (c) A regular employee with one (1) year or more of continuous service who enters a classification as per 20.03(b) and fails to complete formal training and is removed from the classification may be: (a) i. Placed in an alternate position if qualified and at the appropriate job rate, subject to mutual agreement by the parties to waive seniority and posting provisions. (b) ii. If (a) is unsuccessful the employee shall exercise normal bumping procedures as per Article 8. (c) iii. (a) and (b) do not apply if Clause 9.08 is applicable. Clause 20.04 Payment of wages shall be deposited electronically in an employee’s bank account(s) every Thursday in accordance with Wage Schedules “A” and “B” forming part of this Agreement. Vacation advances, if requested on the Vacation Request Form, will be deposited in an employee’s bank account(s) the Thursday preceding the start of vacation. Should a holiday fall on a pay day, wages will be deposited on any preceding day. Pay stubs will be issued no later than regular quitting time each Thursday. Should an employee not have their wages deposited electronically on Thursday, the employee upon adequate notification to the employer shall receive wages no later than normal quitting time on Friday. Clause 20.05 Subject to the Employment Standards Act, casual, temporary and/or student employees will have four percent (4%) vacation pay paid per pay period. Employees working straight time shift schedules shall be entitled to the following shift differentials, to apply to straight time hours: Shift Premium April 1, 2017 April 1, 2018 Start time between 12:00 hours and 06:00 hours except Saturday/Sunday $1.55 $1.60 Saturday $2.02 $2.07 Sunday $2.12 $2.17 The Employer agrees to pay the cost of professional dues for those employees enrolled in either an Engineering or Purchasing Association. The payment of dues for other Associations will be reviewed by the Employer where required. If an employee is in a classification that the Employer requires a certification/designation, the Employer agrees to reimburse the dues/fee. Employees currently receiving reimbursement will continue to receive reimbursement so long as they are in their current position.