FD, Mesh & CGR Analyst - Jobs in Fraser, BC

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Powered by water... and by people like youProviding clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you comein. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help ourcustomers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respondduring 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 asolution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. Were proud to beranked as one of B.C.s Top Employers and one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers. Join us as webuild an even cleaner B.C.JOB DESCRIPTIONDuties:

• Monitors and operates Field Device Network Management Systems to ensure the overall day-to-

day optimal health of the field device communications (mesh network and distribution field devicecommunication networks) by identifying, recommending and implementing solutions such as re-balancing the mesh network and mitigating congestion of field device communications.

• Identifies trends and develops options to improve or optimize field device mesh and distribution

field device network efficiency. Consults with the GIS mapping team to correlate router andlocation data to identify areas of communication deficiencies. Partners with the meter anddistribution devices team in the collapse and recovery of segments of the field device mesh anddistribution field device networks.

• Analyzes a wide range of complex field devices performance and communication exceptions,

deficiencies and failures escalated through lower-level Analysts. Identifies and initiates theappropriate resolution in maintaining field device mesh and distribution field device health.Escalates potential high-impact issues and recommended solutions to Field Device MeshOperations management.

• Monitors in real time the overall the field device communications (mesh network and distribution

field device communication network) to identify interruptions and outages. Identifies theappropriate resolution in maintaining field device mesh and distribution field device network health.

• Identifies, recommends and implements modifications necessary to maintain the meter to

connected grid routers connectivity including activities such as configuration changes andfirmware downloads/upgrades.

• Manages various activities to triage, provision/de-provision and configure multiple field

communication devices (such as connected grid routers). Liaises with various cross-functionaltechnical groups to complete the activities.

• Consults with the Technology organization for changes in security procedures that impact BC

Hydro’s overall security governance such as firewall rules, IP addresses, tunnelling, routing,switching and certificate authorities.

• Maintains communication devices including upgrading routers. Conducts initial triage testing on

faulty devices. Schedules and initiates repair and upgrade procedures. Escalatesrecommendations for router upgrades and replacement.

• Develops and documents for management approval new and revised standard operating

procedures to ensure procedures reflect current practice, updates in software or application tools,the introduction of new technology and the appropriate resolution of issues encountered in thefield device mesh and distribution field device network. Implements approved procedures.

• Consults with and provides technical advice to lower-level Analysts and other specialists within

FDO in the analysis and resolution of issues affecting back end field device network performance.Provides technical and subject matter expertise to project teams where connected grid routers,and other field device back end configuration are involved.

• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the

job.Qualifications:

• Job knowledge is typically acquired through a university degree in Business Administration,

Computer Science, Network Science or Network Security; or three (3) years of post-secondaryeducation including a Diploma in Computer Science, plus completion of additional courses innetwork administration equivalent to an additional year of formal post-secondary education; andfour (4) years of experience in network operations, preferably within BC Hydro’s operatingenvironment.

• Requires certification equivalent to the Cisco Certified Network Professional designation (CCNP)

and completion of BC Hydro’s in-house Electrical Fundamentals course and in-house training innetwork tools such as NMS. Requires vendor training in device upgrades and new devices as wellas operating system upgrades and their impact on core routers and back-end network functions.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE).http://moveuptogether.ca

• In this role, there is a requirement to be able to travel to our Surrey Meter Shop. Driving would

be considered an asset.

• This role is on an Operations team, the ability to respond to callout, work both planned and

unplanned overtime, and lift up to 10 kg is required. Team members provide safety and technicalsupport for Field Crews, so strong verbal skills are needed.Were always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivationto help shape the electricity system in B.C. Its an exciting time to be a part of our team as weinvest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.Our values guide our work. Want to join usWe 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 visibleminorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexualorientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productivelyengage with diverse communities.We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process andwhile working at BC Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with adisability, 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===========================Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from homebased on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager foreach position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-timefrom the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.IBEW/Field – No option to work from homeResident – 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 weekHOW TO APPLYDont forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of yourcertifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all thenecessary information to assess your application without any delays.Date Posted: 2022-05-04 Closing Date: 2022-05-20Quick Apply

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