Job Description

Electrical Field Services team provides testing and inspection services for vehicle mounted aerial devices and insulated and safety tools. We provide full range of testing for bucket trucks and hot-sticks including inspection, and high-voltage dielectric testing on-site. In addition to insulated safety tools, we also provide assembly of new worker protection grounds (WPG), inspection, testing, repairs, and recertification of existing grounds. This service can also be provided in our shop or in the field.

Duties

• Sets up and carries out electrical tests under the supervision of an engineer or technologist.

• Performs laboratory measurements following established procedures and records the results.

• Operates computers and test instruments as required for testing. Performs routine repairs, maintenance and calibration of electrical test equipment, tools and instruments.

• Builds or modifies test jigs and support structures to be used for electrical tests.

• Specifies and purchases materials and equipment needed for routine operation of electrical test labs.

• Maintains test facilities in a safe and organized condition.

• Maintains log books and files to document tests performed, operating procedures, equipment calibration, etc.

• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties which do not affect the rating of the job. This includes the performance of duties across disciplines in a job of the same or lower job group.

Qualifications

• Certificate of Technology from an Institute of Technology in Electronics (Power/control option), Electrical, Power, Telecommunications, Instrumentation or Automation disciplines with preference given to the discipline directly relating to the position or lab.

• Two (2) years of related experience working in a lab setting up and performing tests on a variety of electrical equipment, components and cables.

Additional information :

• Certificate/ Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology is required for this role
• General technical knowledge in power system safety equipment (grounds, hot sticks, bucket trucks) , DC and AC High Voltage Testing would be an asset.
• Knowledge of substation and/or distribution equipment would be an asset
• Testing experience of substation and/or distribution equipment would be an asset
• Drafting skills would be an asset
• Experience in High Voltage Testing is desirable
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis equipment is desirable
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work at heights > 10 feet
• Must be able to travel up to 50% across various locations in BC may be required
• Must have a valid class 5 driver's license
• Must be able to perform all physical requirements of the role

Location : Surrey, B.C.
Job Code: CHA1ZZ
Job Group : 8

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.

A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain your Driver's License (Class 5) in good standing (add only if required, important for all roles that require driving)

Powertech 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 Powertech's discretion. While the Policy is suspended, all new employees are required to disclose their vaccination status to Powertech..

For Powertech Lab positions, the flexible work model options are different due to their specific operational requirements and details will be discussed at the interview stage

ALL CANDIDATES ARE REQUIRED TO ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR COVER LETTER, RESUME, DIPLOMA/DEGREE, ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS & PROOF OF PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION.
Note that applicants are required to submit/upload a copy of their College transcripts and Diploma as proof of post secondary graduation.
If applicable, a copy of your work visa is also required.

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