Job Description

A workplace powered by you

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.

Electrician - Dawson Creek

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Dawson Creek DO



Employment type: Permanent Region: Northern Interior



Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Field



Hourly Rate: $ 47.93

What you'll do

As per IBEW Collective Agreement. Electricians shall work in generating stations, substations, repair shops and other locations and except as provided for
Power Line Technician, Electricians shall have jurisdiction over the operation of unattended stations and unattended


portions of stations


Notwithstanding the duties assigned to a Power Line Technician, an Electrician may on occasion be required to switch on
three (3) phase feeder circuits and/or supply circuits where fault conditions have occurred and a Power Line Technician is


not readily available


A Journeyperson Electrician shall maintain, install, adjust, inspect, modify, test, troubleshoot and repair main and auxiliary
equipment and apparatus


This may include electrical wiring, switchboard wiring, transformer connections, switchgear, bus work, low tension control
cables, electrical and electronic equipment


Notwithstanding the duties assigned to a Power Cable Technician or Power Line Technician, an Electrician may work on
single conductor plastic insulated cables and accessories up to and including 20/35 kV restricted to cables utilizing


mechanical terminations and connections


Such cable work is not to include work on line terminations, distribution feeders or on lead or metallic cables over 600 volts

What you bring

As per IBEW Collective Agreement. Interprovincial Red Seal Endorsement in Construction Electrician or Industrial Electrician A valid Class 5 B.C. driver's license Physically capable to perform the work Strong commitment to safety, WorkSafeBC requirements and safe working practices Good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with employees, internal and external
customers are essential in the selection process


Good computer skills in a Windows environment and knowledge of and use of email, Internet and other computer systems
would be assets.

What we offer

A comprehensive benefits package A minimum of 15 paid vacation days A lifetime pension Flexible work model, depending on your role type Training and development courses


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




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 Temporary employees who are permanently


working in eligible remote locations.




This location is eligible for an interest free loan of $25,000 offered to employees in remote locations to assist in purchase
of a home

What else you should know

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

ca


Successful applicant is expected to possess or have ability to obtain PSSP Cat 5 & Switching Authorization within 12
months of hire




Work collaboratively and cooperatively within the team and with cross functional teams.


A written quiz covering technical, safety, and administrative skills may form part of the selection process


An Electrical Skills Assessment may form part of the selection process


A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good standing: Electrician Red Seal = In Good Standing Driver's License Type = Class 5


Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro's time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role


requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as


outlined in the Collective Agreements will 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:

2025-09-05

Closing Date:

2025-09-19



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