Design Technician - FTT - Vernon/Westbank - Jobs in Vernon, BC

Job Description

We’re BC Hydro and we have a big job to do.Keeping the lights on for over 4 million people across the province takes a lot of talented people doingmany different jobs. From working deep in a generating station, atop a power pole, or behind a desk,whatever it is that makes you tick we offer challenging careers to help you reach your potential.We’re investing more than $2 billion per year in major capital infrastructure projects to help meet thegrowing demand for safe, reliable power. We’re upgrading transmission lines, building new substations,and investing in our hydroelectric generation facilities.We aim to provide meaningful and challenging work, opportunities for growth and a healthy work/lifebalance. We’ve been recognized for excellence and been named one of B.C.’s Top Employers and oneof Canada’s Best Diversity Employers.It's our vision to be the most trusted, innovative utility company in North America by being smart aboutpower in all we do.JOB DESCRIPTIONDuties:

• Conducts field studies, designs, prepares cost estimates, performs technical administrative

duties, holds pre job conferences and coordinates construction for a variety of single and threephase distribution projects, such as underground residential subdivision work (excluding feederduct banks), overhead commercial and industrial subdivision work, underground commercial andindustrial subdivision work from design sketches provided by others (excluding feeder duct banksand switch gear equipment), pad mount transformers and overhead and underground primaryservices to customer owned systems (excluding Design and Job Approval) that are related to theabove projects.

• Works on a variety of other projects such as pole renewal projects, road widening projects

(excluding feeder duct banks and switch gear equipment) and street lighting requirements andvoltage conversions plus extensions and services; prepares and administers associated localwork contracts.

• Compiles data and performs calculations for a variety of studies including load growth, voltage

correction, circuit loading and fuse coordination.

• Performs all the functions of lower grouped jobs within the same hierarchy.
• Supports technician/technologist and liaises with customers regarding required work by

obtaining details, discussing requirements, explaining Hydro procedures, policies, costs, and ratesand issuing a variety of work orders and related forms for work outside the technician job.

• May be required to provide technical direction to other T&D staff.
• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties which do not affect the rating of the

job.Qualifications:

• Certificate of Technology from recognized Institute of Technology, or completion of Level 5 of the

Service & Design Self Development Program or equivalent.

• Two (2) years of training and experience working in the Service & Design Representative job.
• Must hold a valid class five (5) driver's license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONThis position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE).http://moveuptogether.ca

• Working Conditions

Approximately 40% of the time out of the office with frequent exposure to hazards when drivingand frequent exposure to all types of weather conditions. Exposure to construction sites andremote work locations where a substantial amount of the time is spent walking over rough terrainand exposed to wild animals and dogs. Occasional exposure to irate customers. May be requiredto fly in light aircraft, helicopters, travel in boats and work around water. May be required to travelto job sites throughout the province to support the design process for periods normally notexceeding 4 to 6 weeks.

• This is a Full Time Temporary opportunity for approximately 2 years.
• The desired headquarter location for this role is Westbank; however, depending on the

successful candidate design experience level we will consider other headquarters such as Vernonand this can be discussed further in the selection process. Please note other locations would alsobe subject to workspace availability.

• Applicants with lesser minimum qualification for subject position may be considered as a Design

Technician Trainee.

• A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver’s License: Class 5 in

Good Standing.

• As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to take a written test during the

interview.Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualificationalcohol 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 motivationto help shape the electricity system in B.C. It's 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@HOW TO APPLYDon't 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: 2021-06-23 Closing Date: 2021-07-07