Junior Field Technician

ZE Power Engineering; Richmond; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering firm is seeking a Junior Field Technician to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career development in the electric utility sector. As part of a supportive environment, you will gain hands-on experience with essential field tools and processes while contributing to impactful projects. The company fosters a balanced work-life approach, featuring amenities like a games area and onsite yoga. If you're eager to learn, take initiative, and make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Onsite Yoga

Games area

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of technical fieldwork processes is essential.
• Good communication and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Learn technical tasks related to fieldwork, including measurements.
• Assist in handling complex scenarios under supervision.

Skills

Technical fieldwork understanding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma or coursework in engineering or technical program

Tools

IKE devices

Calipers

Rangefinders

Job description

The Opportunity

ZE Power Engineering is an innovative industry leading company that provides engineering services to the electric utility industry. We are currently seeking an individual as a Junior Field Technician to contribute to our projects. This is a great career development opportunity to expand your knowledge of electric utility systems while working as part of a team at a fast-growing company.

Responsibilities

1. Learn core technical tasks related to fieldwork, including taking photos, recording notes, and capturing accurate measurements.
2. Gain proficiency with field tools and equipment such as IKE devices, calipers, and rangefinders.
3. Begin to understand and apply the ES43 standard in daily field tasks.
4. Assist in handling more complex scenarios under supervision, such as field work involving Crossings, Railway areas, and Non-Standard situations.
5. Propose basic field solutions, such as staking new poles or suggesting anchor installations to resolve site challenges.
6. Develop and apply problem-solving strategies during fieldwork; seek guidance when necessary.
7. Demonstrate independent decision-making within defined parameters.
8. Communicate clearly with teammates and customers/homeowners to ensure shared understanding.
9. Accept and apply feedback from supervisors to promote learning and skill development.

Required Qualifications and Skills

1. Basic understanding of technical fieldwork processes.
2. Good communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
3. A valid Class 5 driver's license.
4. Willingness to learn and grow within the role.

Preferred

1. Previous experience in a field-related or outdoor technical role.
2. Understanding of ES43 standards.
3. Familiarity with field tools such as calipers, rangefinders, or IKE devices.
4. A diploma or coursework in an engineering or technical program.

About Us

ZE Power Engineering is an innovative engineering design company that caters services to the electric utility industry. We provide our clients with transmission, substation, and distribution design, as well as project management and construction support. ZE Power Engineering has an exceptional group of engineers and consultants with extensive experience in a variety of specializations.

With a dynamic corporate culture and supportive management team, a career at ZE is what you make of it. Our environment is defined by the people that work in our company. We stress a balanced approach to work and healthy living. We have a games area as well as onsite Yoga. Our head office is located conveniently next to the Richmond Middle Arm waterfront trail, and Olympic Oval. ZE offers excellent career development opportunities along with a competitive compensation and benefits package. If you are the kind of person who takes initiative, has a positive attitude, and wants to make an impact, then we want to hear from you.