Distribution Assistant

**Branch**: Gas

**Affiliation**: IBEW

**Employment Status**: Full-Time Regular

**Salary**: $29.43 Hourly

We’re looking for new talent to join us as we reinvent the future of energy. Across BC, we have a diverse team of more than 2,500 employees we can’t do without, yet we’re growing as fast as ever.

You may think we’re your standard utility that delivers natural gas and electricity, but we’re also into cool, innovative energy solutions. Think carbon capture, renewable energies and lower-carbon transportation for a start. We believe in creating a cleaner, healthier tomorrow.

If you like meaningful work, a dynamic environment and forward-thinking colleagues, build your career with us. You’ll get opportunities to grow, lead, solve, and create. So what are you waiting for? Let’s rethink energy together. Position Overview
Our success relies on having highly skilled field operators, so we have developed a training program that's one of the best in the industry. The Distribution Assistant will learn to use the tools and procedures required for the construction, maintenance and operation of the Gas Distribution system. You will assist in the installation of distribution pipes, fittings and related components and in carrying out repairs and alterations to existing mains and services.
High school/Grade 12 graduation/GED (education will be verified)
Valid BC driver’s license with safe driving record - minimum Class 5 required. Class 1 or 3 with air endorsement preferred
Underground utilities experience (gas, water, sewer) is an asset
Mechanical aptitude
Demonstrated safe work habits and adherence to safety regulations and practices on a sustained basis
Initiative
Sense of responsibility
Ability to become proficient in the use of power operated and hand tools, equipment and instruments
Ability to learn simple pipefitting, small meter setting and residential appliance relight setting 1
General good health, adequate physical strength and agility
Ability to meet the public as a representative of FortisBC
Ability to absorb, follow and retain instructions relating to function
Ability to acquire a thorough knowledge of theory and operation of material and equipment relating to Gas Operations
Ability to use and complete time slips, trucking slips, simple work and similar forms Additional Information
Considerable walking, bending and lifting
Exposure to all weather conditions
Experience operating rubber tire backhoe and/or excavating equipment in shallow construction is considered an asset
Current Gasfitter qualifications (B ticket or higher) are considered an asset
Welding experience/credentials are considered an asset
Out of town training and work may be required What you need to know:
**Standby requirements**: This role has standby requirements based on operational needs approximately 5 weeks once fully trained

**On-Call requirements**: This role has on-call requirements based on operational needs

**Overtime requirements**: This role may have overtime requirements based on operational needs

**Travel requirements**: This role may have travel requirements based on operational needs

**Out of town work requirements**: This role may out of town work requirements based on operational needs
This position has a requirement to be clean-shaven as per WCB standards.
Prior to the interview, Talent Acquisition will conduct a full employee general record review. This will include, but is not limited to: sick leave and attendance records, personnel file review and letters on file.
Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

Safety is our number one priority, and to maintain the health and safety of our employees and broader communities, we have a number of COVID-19 safety measures in place. This includes a requirement for all new employees to provide proof of full vaccination, prior to their first day of work or the start of their employment. And of course, we will consider an accommodation for anyone who’s unable to be vaccinated due to a protected ground as defined by the Human Rights Code.