Job Description

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Providing clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that\xe2\x80\x99s where you come
in. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our
customers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond
during storms and outages to keep our system reliable.

Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a
solution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.

We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We\'re proud to be
ranked as one of B.C.\'s Top Employers and one of Canada\'s Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we
build an even cleaner B.C. JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties:

• Performs a variety of technical, planning and administrative functions related to integrated

vegetation management by collecting and analyzing data, drafting and implementing work plans
and prescriptions, developing annual and long term management plans and site specific
prescriptions based on inventories, species, species diversification, growth rates and
environmental sensitivities; provides technical guidance and administers a variety of special
vegetation management programs; investigates tree related incidents and analyzes tree failure;
assists in the evaluation of vegetation risk in relation to circuit priority, public safety, etc. and
establishes action thresholds.

• Performs a variety of complex contract administration functions by estimating costs, preparing

comprehensive specifications and tender documents, evaluating tenders, preparing purchase
requisitions, conducting pre-job meetings, approving progress payments; ensures the optimum
use of contractor crews and equipment; assesses and evaluates contractor performance for future
reference.

• Directs, monitors and inspects contractor crews to ensure that work is in compliance with

specifications, proper arboriculture standards and current best practices; ensures contracts meet
all safety and environmental compliance needs.

• Responds to a variety of customer inquiries and complaints to vegetation management activities;

liaises with a variety of First Nations, internal/external groups and agencies related to vegetation
management work and issues; participates in community and outreach programs to ensure BC
Hydro information is distributed within the community; negotiates tree removal and related issues
with the public; resolves claims related to vegetation management work.

• Performs related activities such as surveying, tendering and contract administration of road

access installations and improvements and other non-vegetation activities.

• Provides technical assistance on and assesses and administers a variety of special projects and

programs associated with the maintenance of transmission and distribution line R/W\'s and
corridors.

• Establishes and maintains a variety of records such as work inventories, specifications, historical

records, etc.

• Assists the Manager in the preparation of operating budgets by preparing annual work plan,

assessing costs of planned projects and programs and analyzing monthly variance statements;
prepares maintenance activity summary reports.

• Utilizes a variety of computer programs to develop, implement and monitor integrated vegetation

management programs.

• Provides technical advice and guidance to management related to resolving vegetation and

operational and maintenance related problems; directs and coordinates activities of vegetation
process resources during major weather events.

• May provide technical advice, guidance and direction to contractors\' crews engaged in non-

vegetation related activities; may operate a variety of small vegetation control equipment.

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

job.
Qualifications:

• Successful completion a Diploma in Forestry, Horticulture or Environmental studies from an

institute of technology or equivalent.

• Must be eligible for registration with the International Society of Arboriculture as a Certified

Arborist and as a Certified Utility Specialist. Completion of a variety of internal BC Hydro courses
related to contract administration and environmental issues. Training on BC Hydro computer
applications including MS Office, MS Word, Excel, Access, TSO, FSO, BMS, CICS.

• Minimum of 2 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience working in utility vegetation management is a requirement.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE).
http://moveuptogether.ca

• This is a Full-Time Regular (FTR) MoveUP opportunity headquartered in Vernon.

• The current service area covered is Nakusp/ Kaslo, Vernon SE/ Lumby, Lake Country (Winfield /

Oyama), West Kelowna, Peachland / Summerland but may be subject to change.

• A condition of employment in this role is that you maintain your Class 5 Driver\'s License in good

standing.

• Experience with SAM would be preferred.

• In reference to the BC Hydro courses we would also be willing to look at equivalent courses

completed at another organization.

• Frequent exposure to field work. Up to 80% of time spent in the field in urban, rural and

wilderness areas. Exposed to all weather conditions, works in construction areas and walks over
rough terrain in wilderness areas on a regular basis. May use helicopters in inspection work.
Some exposure to wild animals and dogs. Drives a 4X4 on back roads as well as ATV and
snowmobile in a right of way wilderness setting.

• Occasional exposure to irate customers. Some exposure to hazardous materials.

• Will require work away from main office and reporting location. Will include nights away from

home base. Will require physical exertion such as hiking, snowshoeing & ATV usage. Field data
collection done through use of tablets so knowledge and experience performing these tasks will
be a benefit.

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

during the interview.

• BC Hydro conducts pre-placement medical checks of applicants entering certain positions to

help safeguard BC Hydro\xe2\x80\x99s workplace. As part of the selection process, you may be required to
demonstrate successful completion of a pre-placement medical check.

• 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.

We\'re always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation
to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It\'s an exciting time to be a part of our team as we
invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Our values guide our work. Want to join us?

We are safe.
We are here for our customers.
We are one team.
We include everyone.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are forward thinking.

BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.

We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible
minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual
orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively
engage with diverse communities.

We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and
while working at BC Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a
disability, please contact us at Recruitmenthelp@

BC Hydro has a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires employees to have a full series of
COVID-19 vaccine and provide proof of vaccination on request. This Policy is currently suspended
but may resume at BC Hydro\'s discretion. While the Policy is suspended, all new employees are
required to disclose their vaccination status to BC Hydro.

Flexible work model role definitions
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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home
based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for
each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time


from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.

IBEW/Field \xe2\x80\x93 No option to work from home
Resident \xe2\x80\x93 Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid \xe2\x80\x93 May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote \xe2\x80\x93 Works from home 4+ days per week

HOW TO APPLY 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: 2023-02-03 Closing Date: 2023-02-17