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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:

• Provides input as the business technical expert on corporate-wide and Dam Safety technology

projects. Provides feedback on the impact of projects, user requirements and other project related
documents. Carries out user acceptance testing to ensure applications/enhancements meets
functional and operational requirements.

• Oversees the data entry methods and quality control for the instrumentation database by:

reviewing and reconciling data received from the field in a variety of formats (such as datalogger
files, downloads from electronic devices); running or creating routines and tools for automated
data entry into the database; carrying out user acceptance testing on new instruments to ensure
functional and operational requirements are met; and running or creating programs to verify the
data quality being entered into the database.

• Develops and maintains instrument naming conventions and metadata standards to ensure

consistent application between projects. Monitors naming conventions and metadata to ensure
data integrity is maintained. Recommends improvements to ensure consistent application of
naming conventions and metadata standards to management.

• Identifies and fixes errors in new and historical data in the instrumentation database. Runs data

processing programs and/or scripts to fix errors and update data. Recommends solutions to users
on how to mitigate the occurrence of errors in the database.

• Coordinates software updates that interface with the instrumentation database. Tracks software

interfacing with database to ensure programs are current and functioning correctly. Schedules
software updates and adhoc updates with key stakeholders as required to ensure deployment
results in minimal disruption. Monitors software updates to ensure updates have been
successfully applied.

• Provides technical guidance and support to users on instrumentation database functionality, data

uploading methods, plotting programs and graphical user interfaces with the instrumentation
database. Troubleshoots and resolves data entry/loading issues by fixing or creating scripts,
programs and processes.

• Works with the external database administrator to monitor and maintain the effectiveness and

availability of the instrumentation database for users. Works with key stakeholders to identify
opportunities to enhance the operational performance of the database.

• Monitors and oversees contractor resources and budget for database administration work

requests. Reviews and approves contractor invoices prior to management approval. Prepares
work progress reports summarizing software licensing, software development, database
administration and server management contracts for management to track costs.

• Performs some or all the duties of the Instrumentation Data Administrator job.

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

job.


Qualifications:

• Degree in Computer Science or Diploma of Technology in Computing & Information Technology

from recognized Institute of Technology or an equivalent combination of experience, training and
education.

• Two (2) years of experience in a role involved in database development, programming and

maintenance in a Windows SQL server environment.

• Requires in-house training in specific BC Hydro systems and software applications (such as

Dam Smart, GeoViewer) that must be completed within three (3) months of starting in the job.

• Must hold a valid class five (5) driver\'s license.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE).
http://moveuptogether.ca A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good
standing:
Driver\'s License Type = Class 5

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: 2023-03-31 Closing Date: 2023-04-14