STO 18R - Assistant Environmental Electronics Technologist - Closing date extended

Government of British Columbia; Salmon Arm; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government agency seeks an Assistant Environmental Electronics Technologist in Salmon Arm, BC. This role involves monitoring and maintaining environmental sensing networks that enhance public safety. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent experience and will exhibit skills in fieldwork under challenging conditions. The position promises diverse tasks and collaboration within a dedicated team committed to public service. Opportunities for growth and engaging work await you.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Healthy work/life balance

Diversity-focused workplace

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• 2 years related experience or 3 years with high school diploma.
• Experience working outdoors in harsh conditions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and operate Remote Weather and Environmental Sensing Networks.
• Collaborate with team on weather station tasks.
• Troubleshoot electronics in remote locations.

Skills

Electronics Engineering

Field work in alpine environments

Driving in adverse weather conditions

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology

High school Diploma

Job description

The Team

Join our Avalanche and Weather Programs team—an established, highly skilled group that values diversity and collaboration. You’ll work alongside 12 team members throughout the province bringing together expertise in electronics, communications, networking, and software to keep people safe and goods moving efficiently. We believe in equity, diversity, and inclusion, and appreciate the unique perspectives and problem‑solving skills each person brings to ensure safe travel for the public.

The Role

The Assistant Environmental Electronics Technologist assists with monitoring, maintaining, and operating the Remote Weather and Environmental Sensing Networks across the province—work that directly improves public safety and supports climate readiness. You’ll collaborate within a team and partners who bring unique perspectives and problem‑solving skills, while tackling tasks that range from designing and building weather stations to troubleshooting electronics in remote locations. This is a role where no two days are the same.

For additional information please visit: Weather Network Program - Province of British Columbia.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Requirements

• Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or related field plus 2 years related experience OR
• High school Diploma plus three years related experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in a comparable or similar capacity, outdoors, in an alpine environment, in harsh winter conditions.
• Experience driving in adverse weather conditions such as heavy rain, ice, snow, blowing snow, mud and/or fog.
• Experience operating a 4‑wheel drive vehicle including off‑road.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver’s Licence.

Successful completion of security screening requirements of the BC Public Service, which may include a criminal records check, and/or Criminal Records Review Act (CRRA) check, and/or enhanced security screening checks as required by the ministry.

Preference may be given to the following experience:

• Industry grade electronics and control systems
• Experience in electronics instrumentation, within a similar environmental monitoring program
• Environmental data acquisition – its collection, analysis and application
• Experience working at heights on communications towers and in mobile equipment (Bucket Trucks, etc.)
• High level of mechanical aptitude (use of hand and power tools etc.)

Provisos and Willingness Statements

• Must be willing and able to work at heights on communication towers in mobile equipment
• Must be willing and able to travel.
• Must be willing and able to work in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be willing and able to work evenings, weekends and holidays, when required.
• Must be willing and physically able to conduct field work.Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds (22.68 kg).

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail].

About this Position

Amendment December 5, 2025: Posting closing date extended to December 14, 2025.

There is one (1) full time, permanent position available in Nelson.

This position has full time on‑site requirements.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent vacancies in the following locations: Nelson, Penticton, Salmon Arm, Duncan, Prince George, and Terrace.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non‑status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

This is your opportunity to live in one of the most beautiful regions in British Columbia and work for the BC Public Service. We offer a healthy work/life balance, excellent benefits and much more.

How to Apply

Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Gain insights into the hiring journey by joining a Career Conversation.

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Resume: YES

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Questionnaire: YES

You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.