Fortis BC

CPC Technologist Apprentice

LocationCastlegar, BC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Branch: Electric


Affiliation: IBEW


Employment Status: Full-Time Regular


Salary: $38.74 Hourly


Workplace Flexibility: No


Posting End Date: Open until filled


As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.


We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,700 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.


Position Overview

Under the guidance and direction of a Journeyman Electrician, Communication, Protection & Control (“CP&C”) Technologist and his/her supervisor, the CP&C Technologist Apprentice is responsible for the conduct of installation, maintenance and repairs on all telecommunication, electrical apparatus and equipment to ensure safe and efficient power system operation.


Responsibilities

Under the direction of a Journeyman Electrician or CP&C Technologist, the CP&C Technologist Apprentice will:

Enroll in a four-year electrician apprenticeship program and become a journeyman electrician.

Conduct emergent, investigative and scheduled tests on generation, transmission and electrical distribution system electrical apparatus and equipment, cables, metering, telecommunications and protective relaying facilities by coordinating line and equipment clearances.
Carry out specialized tests required to analyze and assess inherent faults or conditions including power quality and radio or television frequency interference.
Compile and record test data on telecommunications, relay characteristic tests and other associated electrical equipment.
Install, test and commission a wide range of generation, substation and terminal station communication and protective schemes.
Assess and organize those conditions that must be dealt with in the installation and maintenance of telecontrol equipment such as two-way radios, repeater sites, microwave radio, power line carrier, supervisory control, telemetering equipment, telecontrol standby power equipment and security systems.
Read, interpret and troubleshoot complex protective relaying schemes and determine any corrective actions needed to solve problems.
As required, undertake cost estimates, basic designs, job planning, scheduling, work documentation and reports.
Liaise with other internal or external parties to provide technical expertise as required.
Be willing and able to provide technical training in areas covered by these Duties & Responsibilities to others in the workforce including employees in lesser-paid classifications.
Be subject to standby and callouts, and required to establish residence as per the Company’s Standby Policy.
Perform duties normally carried out by employees in lesser-paid classifications.
Requirements

Diploma in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Technology.

Class 5 Driver’s License.
Additional Information

Standby/On-Call requirements: This role has standby/on-call requirements based on operational needs.

Residency requirements: The successful candidate must adhere to the residency requirements of this position.
Overtime requirements: This role has overtime requirements based on operational needs.
Travel/Out of town work requirements: This role has out of town work requirements based on operational needs.

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.


FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles.


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