BC Hydro
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Providing clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you come
in. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our
customers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond
during storms and outages to keep our system reliable.
Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a
solution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.
We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We’re proud to be
ranked as one of B.C.’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we
build an even cleaner B.C.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:
As per IBEW Collective Agreement.
- As per IBEW Collective Agreement.
- A journeyman/woman CPC Technologist shall undertake work on communications, protection,
and control equipment and systems, as assigned.
- Perform maintenance on the protection, communication, and control systems in BC Hydro;
including equipment used for detecting and responding to power system faults, controlling system
devices, and data and voice transfer throughout the province
- Install and maintain substation equipment, as well as generator control systems, excitation
systems, and governors
- Install and maintain protective relaying equipment for detecting and responding to power system
faults, and control equipment including scada systems and programmable logic controllers
- Install and maintain a variety of telecommunications equipment including microwave, power line
carrier, very high frequency/ultrahigh frequency radio system equipment, teleprotection,
telephone, and supervisory control & data acquisition equipment
- Analyze fault records to verify equipment performance, oversee testing of plant equipment, and
write technical reports
- Commission and acceptance-test new and upgraded equipment installations
- Review and maintain drawings associated with protection, control, and communications systems
- As per IBEW Collective Agreement.
- Completed a national diploma program in electrical / electronics engineering technology from an
accredited institution, preferably with a power and/or communications option
- A valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s licence
- A valid Communications, Protection & Control Cerntificate
- Eligibility for registration with ASTTBC (Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British
Columbia)
- Computer literacy in English
- Mechanical aptitude is also required
- Interpersonal skills are necessary in dealing with employees and internal/external customers; the
ability to interact effectively with other trades such as Mechanics, Electricians and Technologists is
essential
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and safe work practices
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This position is affiliated with the international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union (IBEW
local 258) www.ibew258.bc.ca
- This position is base in Prince George
- The work is highly technical, involves sophisticated systems and equipment, and it appeals to
those with good analytical skills who are also creative problem solvers
- Working in adjacent areas and travelling away from headquarters will be required as the need
arises and can include travel in helicopters and snowcats sometimes required. Occasional out of
town work requiring overnight stays away from the headquarters may be required
- A written quiz covering technical, safety, and administrative skills may form part of the selection
process
- A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good
standing:
- Communication Protection & Control Certificate
- BC Class 5 Driver’s licence
Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification
alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment.
We’re always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation
to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It’s an exciting time to be a part of our team as we
invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
Our values guide our work. Want to join us?
We are safe.
We are here for our customers.
We are one team.
We include everyone.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are forward thinking.
BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.
We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible
minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual
orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively
engage with diverse communities.
We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and
while working at BC Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a
disability, please contact us at Recruitmenthelp@
All BC Hydro employees will be required to show proof of full Covid-19 vaccination.
Flexible work model role definitions
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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home
based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for
each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time
from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.
IBEW/Field – No option to work from home
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week
HOW TO APPLY
Don’t forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your
certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the
necessary information to assess your application without any delays.
Date Posted: 2022-08-16 Closing Date: 2022-08-30
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