BC Hydro is located at Edmonds C01. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Distribution Design Technician – FTT. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. The position is offered as temporary, full-time employment.

Employer Name: BC Hydro
Position: Distribution Design Technician – FTT
No. of vacancies: 1
Annual Salary: $ 78,000.00 – 84,100.00
Employment type: Temporary, Full-time
Location: Edmonds C01

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Job Description

The candidate will be responsible for performing extension, improvement, alteration, removal, and end-of-life design work for BC Hydro and customer-driven distribution projects and programs.
The candidate must work on single and three-phase overhead, civil, and underground primary equipment and asset projects, including automated systems.
The candidate must perform all types of single and three phase overhead, civil, and underground secondary and service work up to and including 1600A services, excluding primary services, feeder civil, and feeder underground electrical work.
The candidate must conduct field studies for a variety of distribution projects.
The candidate is required to coordinate with internal and external customers and stakeholders impacted by design services.
The candidate may support and act as a subject matter expert related to the Design Technician role and area of expertise.
The candidate must manage the portfolio and coordinate assigned design projects.
The candidate must ensure designs meet appropriate regulatory and stakeholder requirements and construction standards, and engage with Engineers or construction crews to validate constructability and operational impact, while addressing and documenting known safety risks prior to construction.
The candidate must perform responsibilities associated with lower-level Distribution Design roles.
The candidate must perform duties of a minor nature related to the above responsibilities that do not affect the job rating.

Job Requirements

The candidate must hold a high school diploma with Math 12, English 12, and Physics 11 (or equivalent courses).
The candidate must have completed Electrical Utility Fundamentals (or equivalent), a BC Electrical Code course (or equivalent), and accredited DC and AC electrical theory courses.
The candidate must hold a Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Electrical Engineering Technology (or equivalent electrical discipline) from a Canadian Educational Institute.
The candidate must hold an International Electrical or Canadian Non-Electrical Degree, Diploma, or Certificate with electrical Technician accreditation through a provincial regulatory body such as CTech through ASTTBC.
The candidate must have three (3) years of electrical utility design experience, including at least one (1) year at or equivalent to a fully qualified BC Hydro Distribution Design Technician level.
The candidate must have completed BC Hydro’s Distribution Design Technician level training program.
The candidate must hold a valid class five (5) driver’s licence.

Additional information

Security and safety

The candidate will be required to successfully complete pre-employment alcohol and drug testing as a condition of employment for this safety-sensitive position.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

The candidate will be required to perform approximately 40% of work outside the office, including occasional overnight travel and frequent visits to construction sites.
The candidate must regularly work at remote locations, including walking over rough terrain.
The candidate must be prepared for occasional exposure to wild animals, dogs, and other job site hazards during field work.
The candidate is required to handle occasional exposure to irate customers.
The candidate must occasionally carry tools such as stakes and hammers and light survey equipment.
The candidate must be regularly exposed to all types of weather conditions while driving to job sites and performing field work.
The candidate may be required to travel in light aircraft, helicopters, boats, or all-terrain vehicles.
The candidate is required to provide remote support for design work across the province when needed.

Benefits

The candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package.
The candidate will be eligible for a minimum of 15 paid vacation days annually.
The candidate will receive a lifetime pension benefit.
The candidate will be eligible for a flexible work arrangement based on role requirements.
The candidate will receive access to training and development courses.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through the provided channels or options.

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