General Tradesperson 1 - Meridian Stations

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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,

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We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a

person with a disability, please let us know by emailing RecruitmentHelp@bchydro.com, as adjustments can be made to

help support you in your application process.

General Tradesperson 1 - Meridian Stations

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Meridian Substation

Employment type: Permanent Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Field

Hourly Rate: $ 42.35

What you'll do

The duties of the role per the IBEW Collective Agreement are as follows:

- An employee qualified to perform the duties of a Journeyperson in trades other than the electrical trades defined herein.

- General Tradespersons shall perform work such as carpentry, painting, brickwork, track bonding, rigging, automotive,

lagging, exploratory diamond drilling, etc. and all types of work where skilled Tradespersons are required other than those

types of work which are normally performed by Journeyperson electrical workers, but may include special welding to

electrical equipment in energized stations provided such work is supervised by a qualified electrical Journeyperson.

- A General Tradesperson may be assisted by a Driver/Helper.

- Employees in these categories will be required to perform work of many kinds but the amount of work of any kind available

is so limited that it would be impracticable to limit one employee to any one class of work.

- The definitions of the classifications are accordingly indicative only of the qualifications and duties of the employees

concerned.

- In addition to the above, General Tradesperson may be required to install duct. Where this work is performed in stations

an electrical Journeyperson shall be present during installation and they may be called on to take charge of the crew.

What you bring

- As per IBEW Collective Agreement.

- BC Trade qualification or Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement

- Basic computer skills and use with Microsoft programs and applications

- Valid B.C. Class 5 driver's license

- It would be preferred that the successful candidates have a high level of proficiency in at least two building trades and a

basic understanding of other trades associated with building maintenance

- Strong commitment to safety, WorkSafeBC requirements and safe working practices

- Familiarity with Provincial building code, WorkSafeBC and other applicable codes related to building operation and

maintenance

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 bchydro.com/benefits.

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union (IBEW local 258) www.ibew258.bc.

ca

- A condition of this role is that you maintain your Driver's License: Class 5 - In Good Standing.

- Experience operating a snow plow and a skid steer with various attachments is an asset.

- Experience performing Dam Safety Inspections is an asset.

- May be asked to support other areas like North Vancouver and the Sunshine Coast.

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.

Your application package should include your resume and cover letter. If applicable, include your proof of trades

qualification, driver’s license, and any other relevant certifications. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to

assess your application without any delays.

Location: Coquitlam, BC V3E 2Z3

Date Posted: 2025-09-02 Closing Date: 2025-09-16

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