ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

Manitoba Hydro; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Manitoba Hydro as an Engineering Technician where you will support hydrometric and environmental monitoring efforts. The role requires a strong background in environmental sciences and technical expertise in data collection and analysis. You will be instrumental in maintaining field operations and ensuring data integrity while contributing to Manitoba’s top energy provider's commitment to environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Nine-day work cycle with every other Monday off

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of directly related experience with a 2-year diploma.
• Knowledgeable in digital sonar and GPS equipment.
• Physically capable for duties and able to work extended periods away.

Responsibilities

• Assist with hydrometric and environmental monitoring programs.
• Perform data analysis and reporting on environmental parameters.
• Maintain detailed field notes and prepare reports.

Skills

Data collection standards

Environmental monitoring

Hydro-acoustic surveys

GPS surveying

Electronic data acquisition

Interpersonal communication

Education

Two-year diploma in Environmental or Physical Science, Geomatics, Civil Engineering or Natural Resource Management Technology

Grade 12 certificate with two years related experience

Tools

Digital sonar sounders

GPS equipment

Job description

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Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.

Manitoba Hydro is a leader among energy companies in North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's best as we continue to build a company that supports innovation, commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Under the direction of the Hydrometric Survey Supervisor conduct various hydrometric, physical and aquatic environment and land-based surveys including associated analysis, reporting and supporting activities along rivers and lakes that constitute Hydro's hydraulic network.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the Implementation of long-term water quantity (hydrometric), water quality and meteorological monitoring and reporting activities that support operational and licencing requirements, hydro-technical studies and environmental monitoring programs.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of a network of real time electronic Environmental Data Acquisition Platforms and their associated sensors. Tasks include programming loggers and sensors, establishing real-time telemetry, data management and performing field calibration measurements.
• Perform station work ups on approximately one-third of Hydro operated gauging stations, applying nationally recognized QA/QC processes for the subsequent approval and publication of period of record water levels and flows to federal archives. This includes checking and documenting in detail all activities such as calibration measurements, resets, gauge corrections and benchmark tie ins have been applied correctly and documented in detail in the annual Station Analysis and Benchmark Summary documentation.
• Perform hydro-acoustic surveys for determining water velocities, discharge and bathymetry including erosion and sedimentation measurements.
• Perform GPS surveys for determining vertical and horizontal reference.
• Following established standards and protocols, undertake data analysis, computations and reporting using advanced software on a wide variety of environmental parameters.
• Maintain detailed field notes and prepare reports on field activities.
• Assist in organizing and completing department activities as required.
• Maintain effective communication and liaison within the work group and other related areas of the Corporation.

Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a two-year diploma in Environmental or Physical Science, Geomatics, Civil Engineering or Natural Resource Management Technology from an institute of recognized standing plus a minimum of one year of directly related experience;
• OR
• Grade 12 and completion of a certificate program in any of the above disciplines, plus two years of directly related experience.
• Knowledge of data collection standards and methodologies related to water quantity and quality, bathymetric, meteorological, conventional and GPS based surveying.
• Knowledge of digital sonar sounders, GPS equipment, acquisition of bathymetric data as well as acoustic doppler current profilers (ADCP) and other hydrometric metering/monitoring systems.
• Possess an understanding of coordinate systems and vertical datum.
• Experience with programming, installing and maintaining electronic data acquisition systems.
• Knowledgeable in corporate safety rules, procedures and regulations related to the job.
• Demonstrated initiative and mature judgment, with the ability to make and implement sound decisions.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and be capable of effectively communicating orally and in writing.
• Must be prepared to work away from the established headquarter zone for extended periods of time.
• Physically capable of performing the duties.
• Possess or be eligible to obtain a Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) for restricted firearms.
• Possess or be eligible to obtain a Pleasure Craft Operator Certificate.
• Possess and maintain a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence with appropriate class.

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $32.38-$45.18 Hourly, $62,045.88-$86,572.20 Annually.

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Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.

The deadline for applications is JUNE 23, 2025.

We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

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