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Power Systems Working Foreman Leadhand
2 weeks ago
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary.
City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve.
We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
Under the general guidance of the Power Systems Coordinator, the Power Systems Working Foreman Leadhand will be responsible for leading daily Power Systems maintenance and repairs in Light Rail Transit (LRT) substations, Overhead Catenary Systems (OCS), Distribution Network (DIS), and maintenance facilities (MSF).
Primary duties include:
- Oversee the maintenance of the power system equipment, plan and schedule outages, provide guidance, create and execute switching orders, provide guarantee of isolation (GOI), and perform electrical and function testing, communication testing, SCADA status, and control testing.
- Create and fill out maintenance and test reports. Inform management of any immediate and longterm maintenance issues.
- Respond to LRT callouts related to the Power System.
- Work with Calgary Transit (CT) Operations Teams, and Electric Utility Company Teams to isolate Power System under emergency conditions and communicate status of outages.
- Assess the cause of the trouble callout and determine if the system can be returned to service or if repair is required.
- Perform any repairs needed to safely return the system to normal operation.
- Support and coordinate with other Power System Crews during outages.
- Safely return the Power System to the LRT System allowing CT to return to normal operations.
- Lead and perform safety tailboards prior to starting work on site.
- Plan maintenance tasks, trouble call responses, and special projects to be completed on a daily and weekly basis for the crew.
- Create and record maintenance activities and trouble responses.
- Train and provide direction to Power Systems staff including safety of onsite crew.
- Coordinate crew activities with CT Operations Teams, Electric Utility Company Teams, CT Engineering Teams, Contractors, Consultants, outside parties, or other departments. Coordinate efforts with external parties including escorting these parties.
Qualifications
***- A Journeyman Power System Electrician (PSE) or Journeyman Power Line Technician (PLT).
- At least 5 years of experience as a:
- PSE and/or Technologist with a preference in traction power substations; OR
- PSE and/or Technologist in a utility substation operation and maintenance; OR
- PLT with a preference in LRT catenary operation, maintenance, or construction; OR
- PLT in utility overhead lines operation, maintenance, or construction.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalency) with no more than 6 demerits OR a Class 5 Graduated Driver's License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits.
- Ability to obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to work well in a team while working independently.
Working Conditions:
This position works in an outdoor environment in all types of weather (for example: heat, cold, snow, rain) and involves walking, lifting, and physical activity.
Pre-employment Requirements
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.
- Union: IBEW Local 254
- Business Unit: Calgary Transit
- Position Type: 5 Permanent
- Location: Various locations
- Compensation: $65.
- Days of Work: This position works a 5 day work
-evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays.
- Hours of work: Non standard 40 hour work week
- Audience: Internal/External
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