BC Hydro Looking for Re-Bulletin – Design Rep – FTT – Dawson Creek or Fort St. John at Dawson Creek, BC Full Time

• Designs, prepares cost and material estimates and holds pre job conferences for a variety of

distribution projects such as single and three phase overhead extensions, single phase radial

underground subdivisions, (may perform tasks related to the design of loop URD subdivisions

under the direction of a Technician or Technologist), up to 800 amp three phase secondary

services and various system improvement projects including road widening projects and other

work such as overhead transformers, pole renewal projects and street lighting requirements;

prepares and administers local work contracts.

• Conducts field studies, plots and stakes a variety of distribution projects such as single and

three phase overhead and underground lines.

• Liaises with customers requiring new services up to 800 amps to discuss matters related to the

installation and removal of electrical services by initiating application, discussing service

requirements and location, explaining policies, procedures, costs and rates and issuing work

orders and related forms. Acts on behalf of BC Hydro to review, revise and accept drawings.

• Liaises with existing customers with over 800 amps services regarding new and existing work to

their premises by obtaining details, discussing requirements, explaining Hydro procedures,

policies, costs, and rates and issuing a variety of work orders and related forms.

• Administers a variety of programs related to the maintenance of plant, lines and poles;

establishes the work program, prepares tenders and issues local work contracts associated with

above projects.

• Performs a variety of other duties such as informing customers of planned interruptions and

arranging standby facilities, handling customer damage claims, monitoring progress of

construction projects, compiling load forecast information, liaising with dealers, contractors, media,

government and civic officials, Hydro personnel and customers on matters of energy

management, discussing with customers the necessity of an easement wherever a BC Hydro line

encroaches upon private property.

• Performs as required all the functions of the Electric Service Coordinator job; may be required to

provide technical advice to other staff.

• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties which do not affect the rating of

the job

Qualifications:

• High School graduation with Math 12, English 12 and Physics 11, and some exposure to

computer applications.

• Must have completed the third level of the Service & Design Self Development Program.
• The successful candidate will normally have 30 months experience.
• Must possess a Class 5 BC Drivers License.

Working Conditions:

Approximately 50% of the time out of the office with regular exposure to hazards when driving and

regular exposure to all types of weather conditions. Exposed to construction sites and remote

work locations where a substantial amount of the time is spent walking over rough terrain and

exposed to wild animals and dogs. Some exposure to irate customers May be required to fly in

light aircraft and helicopters and travel in boats. May be required to travel throughout out the

province to support the design process for periods normally not exceeding 4 to 6 weeks.

• This is a Full Time Temporary opportunity for approximately 2 years.

• The desired location for this position is Dawson Creek; however, Fort St. John can also be

considered. This is subject to workspace availability and it can be discussed further in the

selection process if applicable.

• A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good

standing: Driver’s License Type = Class 5

• Applicants with lesser qualifications may be considered as a Design Representative Trainee.

• As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to take a written test during

interview.

• Applicants are asked to include a copy of their high school transcript to confirm completion of

Math 12, English 12 and Physics 11 when submitting their application. Proof of post-secondary

graduation that will satisfy equivalencies for above-noted courses will also be accepted. Only

applicants that submit a complete application package will be considered.

• 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