Job Description

Overview:
This is a TERM position is located in Hay River, NT - Term to September 2027
Working in a team environment, the Distribution Technologist is responsible for the Electric Service Request Desk, Work Order Estimating System, Contract and Service Agreement Creation / Tracking, Large Job Materials Requisitions, Type 5, 6 and 7 Project Logistics, New Easements / ROW Documentation, Special Contract Monitoring, and provides Technical Support to Asset Manager of TDO and the TDO Managers. Responsibilities:

• Manage all T&D Service Requests (Type 5, 6, 7) by:

• Being Single Contact point with Customers;
• Preparation of Construction Contracts with Customers;
• Monitoring and Communicating Work Order Completions; and
• Managing T&D Work Order records to permit timely and accurate closing of completed work orders.
• Negotiate the solution of Customer/Electrician/Governmental Service Request Related Issues.
• Provide design, cost estimating, contracts, and material requisitions with the support of Crew Leads.
• Initiate Material Requisitions for Customer and Internal Work Orders.
• Prioritize both customer and internal work request scheduling with the TDO Managers and Crew Leads.
• Coordinates the execution of customer projects during planning, engineering, construction and commissioning phases. Communicates frequently with the team, keeping them informed and involved in project development in a timely fashion.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Must have a minimum of a two (2) year diploma in technology or an engineering field from a recognized Institute of Technology WITH a minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience working with an electric utility. Equivalencies may be considered.
• Above average computer knowledge and experience using spread sheets, word processing, project scheduling and other related software packages. Good keyboarding skills are essential.
• Good planning, organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to isolate problems and suggest alternatives towards solutions
• Must possess exceptional negotiating skills and perform under public / customer demands and scrutiny. Ability to maintain composure under pressure and retain positive customer relations. Must have conflict resolution skills.
• Team player, ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Class 5 driver's license is an asset.
• Satisfactory criminal record check is required.

Salary for this position ranges from $54.10/hr-$65.72/hr. plus approximately $3,823 in location allowance per annum. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental benefits, disability insurance, life insurance, paid sick days and a defined benefits pension plan. Relocation assistance may be provided. This position is located in Hay River, NT -- this is not a rotational/fly-in position.
Affirmative Action Employer - Candidates must clearly identify eligibility status in order to receive priority consideration.
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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