Journeyperson Electrician

Coast Mountain Hydro Services Inc.; Stewart; On-site; CAD 130,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Coast Mountain HydroServices Inc. is seeking a full-time Journeyperson Electrician to join a small team responsible for the operation and maintenance of hydroelectric facilities located in Northwestern BC.

The role emphasizes routine day-to-day operations, routine maintenance, and emergency repairs, with a 14-on/14-off camp schedule and on-call responsibilities. Red Seal or Journeyperson certification and industrial electrical maintenance experience are required.

Qualifications

• Red Seal or Journeyperson Electrician with 5 years or more post Journeyperson experience.
• Experience with electrical maintenance of industrial equipment.
• Experience with instrumentation and control systems would be an asset.
• Experience in run-of-river hydro generating station would be an asset.
• Computer literacy with MS Word and Excel; familiarity with Maximo or SAP.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant equipment at CMH hydro facilities including powerhouses, switchyards, and transmission lines.
• Turbine/Generator inspection and overhaul maintenance.
• Perform routine and unplanned electrical maintenance as part of the team.
• Document operating parameters, labor hours, materials used, and maintain work orders in the system.
• Ensure safety standards are followed and provide coverage as needed.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Instrumentation & control

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Safety compliance

Education

Red Seal or Journeyperson Electrician

Tools

Maximo

SAP

Job description

JOURNEYPERSON: ELECTRICIAN II, COAST MOUNTAIN HYDROSERVICES INC.

NOTE: This position falls under the jurisdiction of the IBEW Local 258.

SALARY: $130,396 per annum (after one year increases to $137,259)

Coast Mountain HydroServices Inc. (CMH) is seeking a full-time Journeyperson Electrician to add toour small team of dedicated professionals to manage the operation andmaintenance of our hydroelectric facilities.

CMH is an award-winning[Recipient of a 2019 Clean Energy BC (CEBC) award for Operational Excellence]run-of-the-river hydroelectric project – comprising the Forrest Kerr, McLymontand Volcano Hydroelectric Facilities. We are located in Northwestern BC, withthe Coast Mountain Range to the west and Skeena Mountains to the east,approximately 100 km from the town of Stewart and within the Golden Triangle inTahltan Territory.

CMH is owned by Axium,Manulife and the Tahltan Nation. With two active mines in proximity, and anestimated $365.9M of exploration expenditures incurred in the Northwestthroughout 2021, CMH - which generates 300 megawatts, enough to power 225,000homes – is providing a source of clean power to local Tahltan communities andto the exploration and mining industry.

Functional Responsibility

Reporting to the Operations & Maintenance Manager or delegate and acting under the guidance and supervision of the Shift Supervisor, Electrician II is responsible for all aspects of routine day-to-day operations, as well as routine maintenance and facility emergency repairs.

Principal Responsibilities

• Monitor and control plant equipment at three CMH HydroGenerating Facilities, including powerhouses,intakes, switchyards, camp, roads and transmission lines.
• Turbine / Generator inspection and overhaul maintenance.
• Complete all maintenance in accordance with standardprocedures.
• Day-to-day inspection and recording of operatingparameters including output levels, temperatures, vibration levels andcondition status.
• Complete routine and unplanned electrical maintenance aspart of the team which may or may not include outside contractors.
• Ensure high level of safety in all work.
• Investigate and repair major and minor equipment faults– both mechanical and electrical on a 24/7 basis while on duty.
• Prepare or assist with the preparation of operation andmaintenance reports.
• Provide relief control room operator coverage.
• Responsible for identifying and documenting in Maximoany issues requiring follow-up or corrective actions.
• Responsible for accurately documenting labor hours, materialsused, notes on work performed, condition findings, measurements, test results,and attaching all supporting documentation for assigned work orders.
• Responsible for notifying the Shift Supervisor of anyassigned work not completed, including reasons for incompletion.
• Monitor and report on river flows and otherenvironmental factors.
• Monitor and report on plant performance.
• Assist with planning major maintenance activities.
• Responsible for application of LOTO’s and completingsafe work permits.
• Responsible for coordinating and monitoring work at thefacilities in a safe and responsible manner.
• Communicate with multi-disciplinary teams, contractorsand the Shift Supervisor on plant activities to ensure safe and reliableoperation of the plants.
• Be actively involved in the continuous improvement ofsite safety and supporting programs.
• May be required to work after normal working hours andrespond to callouts.

Qualifications

• Red Seal or Journeyperson Electrician with 5 years ormore post Journeyperson experience.
• Experience with electrical maintenance of industrialequipment required.
• Experience with instrumentation and control systemswould be considered an asset.
• Experience in run-of-river hydro generating stationwould be considered an asset.
• Computer savvy with experience in MS Word, Excel andoffice suite software.
• Experience with computerized maintenance managementsystems such as Maximo, SAP or similar.
• Valid drivers licence.

This position requires demonstrated ability in the following Core Competencies

Applying Learning (II)

Demonstrates Commitment to Personal Learning

Applies acquired knowledge quickly and appropriately on the job.

Improves skill through practice and application.

Creates opportunities to share new knowledge with others.

Puts new knowledge, understanding, or skill topractical and /or innovative use on the job.

Communication (II)

Fosters 2-Way Communication

Elicitsideas, comments or feedback on what has been said.

Asksquestions to clarify and confirm information to ensure common understanding.

Recognizesothers immediate feelings and emotions and responds in ways that communicatesclear understanding.

Listens responsively and takesactions to persuade.

Decision Making (II)

MakesDecisions by Gathering Appropriate Information and Past Experience

Applies guidelines and procedures that requiresome interpretation when dealing with exceptions.

Makes appropriate independent decisions innon-routine situations.

Considers the risks and consequences of actionand decisions.

Focuses on innovative rather than ordinarysolutions to problems.

Monitors impact and effectiveness of decisions.

Diversity (II)

Promotes Fairness and Good Judgement

Promotes the inclusion and acceptance of diversity in the workplace.

Creates positive relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.

Recognizes and utilizes the strengths of everyone.

Models and encourages open communication and effective teamwork within the work group.

Identifies inappropriate behaviour in the workplace and acts quickly to address such behaviour.

Financial Responsibility (I)

Performs Work in a Cost-Conscious Manner

Minimizes costs in performing daily work.

Uses expense and credit cards responsibly.

Recognizes relevant financial terminology.

Performs work in accordance with relevant financial guidelines.

Identifies wasteful practices and opportunities for improvement.

Results Oriented (II)

Works to Goals and Manages Obstacles With Innovative Solutions

Is persistent in achieving improved results.

Measures progress against targets.

Seeks to understand reasons for obstacles and to find innovative ways to overcome.

Acknowledges the work and contribution of others.

Modifies behaviour to fit the situation.

Safety (II)

Proactively Considers His/Her Safety and Safetyof Others

Keeps personal and group safety on employees’ minds at all times.

Adheres to high personal standards of safety.

Reports and / or corrects unsafe work conditions.

Takes action to correct unsafe work habits.

Documents and monitors occupational safety and health violations.

Teamwork (II)

Contributes to Team Process and Involves Others

Actively includes individuals from diverse backgrounds in team activities.

Capitalizes on diverse skills and ideas.

Spends time helping others think through issues.

Expresses positive attitudes and expectations of others abilities and contributions.

Takes time to learn about and understand differences.

About this opportunity

A permanent camp has been constructed for the operations team. The facilities include private rooms withbathrooms, a weight room, entertainment area and other amenities.

The schedule will be 14 days onfollowed by 14 days off. Note that there are travel days outside of the 14 dayshift. During time on, employees will be 'on-call' in case ofemergencies.

On the job training will beprovided.

Additional Information

Travel costs from employee's primary residence (in British Columbia or Alberta) airport to Terrace B.C. are covered by the company. Travelfrom Terrace to the worksite is done by driving with other co-workers incompany vehicles.

We thank all applicantsfor their interest in our organization, but only those candidates selected forinterviews will be contacted. No agency referrals or telephone inquiriesat this time, please.