Power Line Technician Pre-Apprentice - Jobs in Surrey, BC

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At BC Hydro, were committed to powering British Columbia with clean, reliable electricity forgenerations. Were dedicated to investing in the future of our employees, making BC Hydro one ofBCs Top Employers and one of Canadas Best Diversity Employers. We are also committed to ourenvironment and are recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.The Power Line Technician (PLT) Pre-Apprentice Program is a temporary opportunity (12 months) forentry into the Power Line Technician Apprenticeship program which entails a combination of classroomand field training. This program allows you to develop line skills so that you are equipped to apply onthe Power Line Technician (PLT) Apprenticeship, without being called upon to come into direct contactwith high voltage equipment or conductors which are potentially live or energized. Upon successfullyobtaining an apprenticeship position, your training in the power line trade will continue with 48 monthsof on-the-job and classroom (four to five weeks per year) training.JOB DESCRIPTIONDuties:As per IBEW Collective Agreement.The successful Power Line Technician Pre-Apprentice will:

• Complete work assignments as a Level 1 Apprentice PLT and be able to perform work up to

voltages of 120/240 Single Phase, following completion of ITA Level 1 Apprentice PLT TechnicalTraining.

• Act as a driver/ground person, and as required, may operate a Line Truck (single or dual axle)

during the construction, maintenance, and operations of the distribution system. This includes, butnot limited, to climbing, and assisting in the installation and removal of poles/anchors andtransformers.

• Work with the tradesperson crew or Journeyperson PLT to whom they have been assigned and

shall, when required, attend to handling, and transportation of equipment and materials. Theyshall also be qualified to drive and operate a motor car, truck, truck winch or other similar truckequipment.

• Learn basic climbing skills, safety procedures, tool/material use and bucket truck operation.
• Work outside in all weather conditions at heights of 30 - 400 ft.

Qualifications:

• High school graduation with the following courses: English 12, Math 11, and Physics 11 (or

equivalents).

• Valid BC Class 5 drivers license or higher (Class 3 Manual Transmission preferred), with Air

Brake Endorsement.

• Physically capable of performing the work, with normal colour vision.
• Strong interpersonal skills to deal with both internal and external customers.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through construction experience, mechanics or exposure to

trades.

• Applicants must meet the above requirements at the time of applying (by the job postings close

date) to be eligible to be considered.ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis position is affiliated with the international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union (IBEWlocal 258) www.ibew258.bc.ca

• This Trade will interest those who enjoy working outdoors and performing hands on physical

work.

• To develop the necessary line skills to be equipped to apply on a PLT Apprenticeship,

candidates must first participate in this PLT Pre-Apprentice program for twelve (12) months.

• As a Power Line Technician Pre-Apprentice, you may be asked to move anywhere in the

province for the duration of your program. Upon assuming the role as an Apprentice Power LineTechnician, you will be assigned to one or two headquarters anywhere in the province.

• Locations may include the following: Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, Southern Interior, and

Northern BC (i.e. Dawson Creek, Fort Nelson, Fort St. John, Prince George, Chetwynd,Mackenzie, Quesnel, Williams Lake, 100 Mile House, Vanderhoof, Burns Lake, Terrace, Hazelton,Smithers, Dease Lake, Kitimat, Masset and Prince Rupert).

• A condition of employment for the Power Line Technician Pre-Apprentice role is that you

maintain your Class 5 Drivers License (with air brake endorsement). Before being eligible to bidon the Power Line Technician Apprenticeship role, you must obtain your Class 3 Drivers License(with air brake endorsement).

• The IBEW Wage Rate for a Pre-Apprentice PLT is currently $29.50 per hour.
• BC Hydro conducts pre-placement medical checks on applicants entering certain positions to

help safeguard BC Hydro’s workplace. As part of the selection process, you may be required todemonstrate successful completion of a pre-placement medical check.

• 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.

• BC Hydro employees will be required to provide proof they are fully vaccinated effective

November 22, 2021.

• Please see further details in the "How to Apply" section below.

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@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 APPLYPlease ensure that you update your Candidate Profile and provide a comprehensive resume andcover letter in your application.As part of your application, we will require you to submit the following documents:

• Proof of pre-requisite completion: Copies of transcripts indicating completion of English 12, Math

11, and Physics 11 (or equivalents). Where equivalent status is claimed, acceptabledocumentation must be provided by the applicant that will show equivalency of courses taken.Either a letter from your place of education or your instructor indicating the course(s) and statingthat the course(s) taken would be considered equivalent to or better than the requirement.

• A copy of your Drivers Abstract confirming Class 5 Drivers License (or higher) with air brake

endorsement, which can be obtained from a motor vehicle branch or government agencydepending on the province you reside in. NOTE: the correct document from ICBC is titled"Personal Driving History".

• Please note, applicants will be required to provide a copy of their ICBC Claims History as part of

the pre-employment process.If you do not include the information/documents listed above when applying, it could result indelays with assessing your application.Date Posted: 2022-01-10 Closing Date: 2022-01-31Quick Apply

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