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Protection & Control Communication Technologist - Smithers
3 weeks ago
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At BC Hydro, we're working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need
people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,
inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,
and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
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Protection & Control Communication Technologist - Smithers
Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Telkwa Substation
Employment type: Permanent Region: Northern Interior
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Field
Hourly Rate: $ 55.42
What you'll do
- As per IBEW Collective Agreement.
- A journeyman/woman CPC Technologist shall undertake work on communications, protection, and control equipment and
systems, as assigned.
- Perform maintenance on the protection, communication, and control systems in BC Hydro; including equipment used for
detecting and responding to power system faults, controlling system devices, and data and voice transfer throughout the
province
- Install and maintain substation equipment, as well as generator control systems, excitation systems, and governors
- Install and maintain protective relaying equipment for detecting and responding to power system faults, and control
equipment including scada systems and programmable logic controllers
- Install and maintain a variety of telecommunications equipment including microwave, power line carrier, very high
frequency/ultrahigh frequency radio system equipment, teleprotection, telephone, and supervisory control & data acquisition
equipment
- Analyze fault records to verify equipment performance, oversee testing of plant equipment, and write technical reports
- Commission and acceptance-test new and upgraded equipment installations
- Review and maintain drawings associated with protection, control, and communications systems
What you bring
- As per IBEW Collective Agreement.
- Completed a national diploma program in electrical / electronics engineering technology from an accredited institution,
preferably with a power and/or communications option
- A valid Class 5 B.C. driver's licence
- A valid Communications, Protection & Control Certificate
- Eligibility for registration with ASTTBC (Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia)
- Computer literacy in English
- Mechanical aptitude is also required
- Interpersonal skills are necessary in dealing with employees and internal/external customers; the ability to interact
effectively with other trades such as Mechanics, Electricians and Technologists is essential
- Demonstrated commitment to safety and safe work practices
What we offer
- A comprehensive benefits package
- A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
- A lifetime pension
- Flexible work model, depending on your role type
- Training and development courses
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit
- This location is eligible for a Remote Incentive of 12%. Remote Incentives are paid bi-weekly to Full-Time Regular
employees working in eligible remote locations.
- This location is eligible for Extended Health Care Medical Travel Benefit. The Extended Health Care Medical Travel
Benefit is extended to Full-Time Regular, Part-Time Regular and Full-Time Temporary employees who are permanenty
working in eligible remote locations.
Location: Smithers, British Columbia, Canada, V0J 2N0
What else you should know
This position is affiliated with the international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union (IBEW local 258)
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- 2+ years of field experience in Protection & Control and/or Telecommunication Technology in substation or utility
environment preferred
- The work is highly technical, involves sophisticated systems and equipment, and it appeals to those with good analytical
skills who are also creative problem solvers.
Working in adjacent areas and travelling away from headquarters will be required as the need arises.
Some helicopter and snow machine travel will be necessary to access mountain top microwave and UHF/VHF radio sites.
Ability to work alone with minimum supervision
Work collaboratively and cooperatively within the team and with cross functional teams.
Some work required in confined spaces
Current Transformer, Hazardous Low Voltage (Batteries) and High Voltage Entrance Protection (HVE) and Power Line
Carrier CTAs required to be attained for this role
A written quiz covering technical, safety, and administrative skills may form part of the selection process.
A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good standing:
Communication Protection & Control Cert. = In Good Standing &
Class 5 DL = In Good Standing
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.
Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,
include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without
any delays.
Date Posted: Closing Date:
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