BC Hydro is located at Telkwa Substation. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Protection & Control Communication Technologist – Smithers. 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. This is a permanent, full-time position.

Employer Name: BC Hydro
Position: Protection & Control Communication Technologist – Smithers
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: $55.42 per hour
Employment type: Permanent, Full-time
Location: Telkwa Substation

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Job Description

The candidate will be required to perform duties in accordance with the IBEW Collective Agreement.
The candidate will undertake work related to communications, protection, and control equipment and systems as assigned.
The candidate will perform maintenance on protection, communication, and control systems, including equipment used to detect and respond to power system faults and manage system operations.
The candidate will be responsible for installing and maintaining substation equipment, generator control systems, excitation systems, and governors.
The candidate will install and maintain protective protective relaying equipment for detecting and responding to power system faults, and control
equipment including scada systems and programmable logic controllers.
The candidate will be responsible for installing and maintaining telecommunications equipment such as microwave systems, power line carrier systems, VHF/UHF radio systems, teleprotection systems, telephone, and supervisory control & data acquisition equipment.
The candidate will analyze fault records to verify equipment performance and oversee testing of plant equipment.
The candidate will be required to prepare and maintain technical reports.
The candidate will commission and conduct acceptance testing for new and upgraded equipment installations.
The candidate will review and maintain drawings related to protection, control, and communication systems.

Job Requirements

The candidate must meet the requirements outlined in the IBEW Collective Agreement.
The candidate must have completed a national diploma in electrical or electronics engineering technology from an accredited institution, preferably with a power or communications specialization.
The candidate must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s licence.
The candidate must hold a valid Communications, Protection & Control Certificate.
The candidate must be eligible for registration with the Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia (ASTTBC).
The candidate must demonstrate computer literacy in English.
The candidate should possess strong mechanical aptitude.
The candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and be capable of working effectively with employees, customers, and other trades such as electricians, mechanics, and technologists.
The candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
The candidate should have a minimum of two (2) years of field experience in Protection & Control and/or Telecommunication Technology in a utility or substation environment.
The candidate must be capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
The candidate must be able to collaborate effectively within a team and across functional groups.

Additional information

Work Conditions

The candidate will work in a field-based environment involving highly technical systems and equipment.
The candidate may be required to travel to adjacent work areas as needed.
The candidate may be required to travel using helicopters or snow machines to access remote sites.
The candidate may be required to work in confined spaces.
The candidate will work full-time hours of 37.5 hours per week.
The candidate will be required to work in remote locations and may receive applicable incentives.

Security and safety

The candidate will be required to undergo alcohol and drug testing prior to employment due to the safety-sensitive nature of the role.

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.
The candidate may be eligible for Extended Health Care Medical Travel Benefits for remote locations.

How to Apply

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

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