Protection & Control Communication Technologist - Smithers

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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

and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.

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.

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

systems, as assigned.

detecting and responding to power system faults, controlling system devices, and data and voice transfer throughout the

province

equipment including scada systems and programmable logic controllers

frequency/ultrahigh frequency radio system equipment, teleprotection, telephone, and supervisory control & data acquisition

equipment

What you bring

preferably with a power and/or communications option

effectively with other trades such as Mechanics, Electricians and Technologists is essential

What we offer

For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

employees working in eligible remote locations.

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

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

ca

environment preferred

skills who are also creative problem solvers.

Carrier CTAs required to be attained for this role

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: 2025-04-17 Closing Date: 2025-05-05

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