Drafting Technical Assistant

**DRAFTING TECHNICAL ASSISTANT** **WINNIPEG, MB** Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers **_ Great Benefits_** - Competitive salary and benefits package. - Defined-benefit pension plan. - Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life - and community. - Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2 week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location. Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We are seeking a Drafting Technical Assistant to join our Telecommunications Department. Under limited supervision of the Projects and Services team lead, the Drafting Technical Assistant will produce complex cable routing map drawings and a wide variety of communication system drawings using AutoCAD and GE Smallworld. This position will also administer, populate, maintain, and troubleshoot the Manitoba Hydro Telecommunications department GE Smallworld database. **_ Responsibilities:_** - Prepare accurate Telecommunication design drawings related to Telecommunications systems. - Compile and track on going drafting or cGIS service requests. - Build and maintain the Telecommunications GIS database to reflect the network. This includes the configuration of the - Physical Network Infrastructure (PNI) & Logical Network Infrastructure (LNI) schematics. - Convert digital mapping files to AutoCAD format. - Keep up with current software technology and standards to produce geographical design drawings. - Coordinate and troubleshoot errors and conflict resolution with telecommunications designers and provide support when - necessary. - May represent the department on drafting or standards user groups to keep current on corporate standards, software, and - procedures. - Collaborate with other design departments to establish and improve upon drawing standards. **_ Qualifications:_** - A two-year diploma in a relevant discipline from an institute of recognized standing and two years' work experience directly related to Geographical Information Systems and computer aided drafting (CAD). OR - Grade 12 and a one-year Drafting Certificate from an institute of recognized standing plus a minimum of three years' experience directly related to Geographical Information Systems and computer aided drafting (CAD) experience. - Telecommunications experience is considered an asset. - Demonstrated proficiency in the latest version of AutoCAD. - Thorough knowledge of map projections, coordinate systems, horizontal and vertical datums and the associated calculations - to determine accuracy, adjustment, and transformations. - Demonstrated ability to work from detailed sketches, legal survey and engineering plans, contour maps, orthophotos and air - photos. - Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba - Hydro policy P513. - Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required and must be completed prior to hire date and renewed annually. MANITOBA HYDRO IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY Reference Code: CO56941540-01 - Possess a valid Province of Manitoba driver's licence. - Ability to travel if required. **_ Salary Range_** Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $31.94-$44.18 Hourly, $61,202.96-$84,652.88 Annually. We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview. **_ This document is available in accessible formats upon request. Please let us know if you require any accommodations_** **_during the recruitment process._