Electrical Stations Technologist (CPC Technologist) Apprentice

FortisBC•Oliver, BC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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 delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,800 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. 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.

Requirements

Diploma in Electrical, Electronics or Instrumentation Technology.
Class 5 Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

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.