Supervisor Electrical

VilrTech; Victoria; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Victoria is seeking an Electrical Supervisor to lead the electrical section, supervise up to 20 staff, and coordinate inspection, maintenance, and construction of city infrastructure.

Responsibilities include budgeting, coordinating external agencies, and ensuring safety standards are met while managing emergency responses and after-hours calls.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• BC certificate and Red Seal or Interprovincial Qualification in electrician trade.
• FSR Class B certification required.
• Knowledge of the Canadian Electrical Code.
• Formal training in management/leadership (1 year).
• MMCD contract administration course.
• valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, assign and review the work of up to 20 employees involved in inspection, diagnosis, maintenance and construction of the city’s electrical infrastructure and related assets.
• Establish schedules, procedures and safety standards; monitor attendance; lead staff meetings; supervise the section.
• Plan, prioritize, schedule, document and assign section inspection, maintenance and construction functions; design, budget and supervise projects and programs; prepare operating and capital budgets; manage expenses and reports.
• Requisition parts and supplies; inspect deliveries; liaise with consultants, inspectors, utilities and contractors; conduct on-site inspections; ensure compliance with tender specifications.
• Respond to inquiries from the public and external agencies; investigate damage and accident claims; act as primary contact for after-hours calls and emergencies.

Education

High school diploma

BC certificate and certification in the skilled trades as an electrician or Canadian Interprovincial Qualification (Red Seal) in the electrician trade

Current and valid Field Safety Representative (FSR) Class B Certificate

Canadian Electrical Code knowledge

Management and leadership studies (1 year)

MMCD Contract administrator course

Class 5 BC driver's license

Job description

Job description: Job description:Electrical SupervisorCompetition number: 24/203Scope of publication: internal/externalPublication date: September 12, 2024Closing date: October 10, 2024, 4:30 p.m. PSTDepartment: Engineering & Public WorksType of posting: Continuous (regular full-time)Work schedule: Monday to Friday (40 hour work week)Salary: $51.64 per hourJob code: 0701Employee Group: This is an IBEW Local 230 position.Number of vacancies: 1

• Job description: Electrical Supervisor
• Classification: Electrical Supervisor
• Extension number: 701
• Working Group: Public Works
• Descriptive title of immediate work

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• Classification of immediate
• Position function: Supervise and coordinate the operation of the electrical section.
• Homework:

A. Primary duties involve: * Coordinate, assign and review the work of up to 20 employees involved in the inspection, diagnosis, maintenance and construction of the city’s electrical infrastructure and other assets related.

• Establish and ensure that established schedules, procedures and performance and safety standards are met.
• Monitor staff attendance and implement improvement plans if necessary.
• Lead effective staff meetings and discussion sessions.
• Responsible for complete supervision.

B. Other Duties: * Plan, prioritize, schedule, document and assign section inspection, maintenance and construction functions related to the City’s electrical infrastructure, with other sections and external agencies.

• Design, plan, budget and supervise specific projects and programs.
• Prepare operating and capital budgets, monitor expenses, write progress reports and make recommendations for adjustments.
• Make recommendations regarding the types of equipment to be acquired, operational changes and associated costs.
• Requisition parts and supplies from stores around town and purchase from outside suppliers.
• Receive and inspect ordered items.
• Verify and code delivery notes and invoices.
• Review and approve credit card receipts and monthly invoices.
• Obtain quotes for the provision of services by external agents.
• Respond to inquiries, complaints and requests for service from the public and external agencies.
• Liaise with consultants, inspectors, utilities and contractors.
• Conduct on‑site inspections to review work requirements and progress, and document findings.
• Ensure that contractors and outside agencies comply with tender specifications.
• Investigate damage and accident claims filed against the City and prepare reports.
• Serve as primary contact for after‑hours calls and emergencies.
• Conduct on‑site assessment of emergency situations arising from motor vehicle accidents, storm damage, equipment failure, etc.
• Organize and supervise teams engaged in emergency maintenance work.
• Act as an electrical safety representative for electrical installations and annual operating permits for the electrical section of the City.
• Review and evaluate engineering reports, drawings and proposals, and make recommendations related to electrical infrastructure.
• Prepare, review and evaluate specifications and offers.
• Create, update and maintain databases, drawings and inventory lists on computer and paper.
• Represent the section at various meetings with other sections and departments, as well as outside agencies.

9. What manuals, laws, documented procedures and policies control the execution of the above tasks:

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• Canadian Electrical Code, current edition and updates
• Canadian Standards Association Act C22.1-1986
• Electric Power Inspection Law, Decree 2642
• British Columbia Amendments, Canadian Electrical Code
• BC Hydro apps and data
• International Association of Municipal Signals
• MMCD Documents and Guidelines
• British Columbia Building Code
• Federal Ministry of Communications
• Health and Safety at Work Regulations, WCB
• City of Victoria Personnel Policy
• City of Victoria Standard Working Procedures
• City of Victoria Health and Safety Policy
• Collective agreement BEW Local 230

10. Is owning a car necessary? Yes No___X____ Approximate annual mileage10b. Normal working hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.(8 hour days in this range)11. Detail any adverse conditions the position may entail:Subject to response at any hour or day to assess/dispatch emergency response/repairs due to accidents, storms or equipment failures 24 hours a day.Ability to handle complaints and negative comments.Ability to focus on engineering plans for short periods of timeFocus on a variety of source data and computer displaysAbility to work outdoors in all weather conditions12 p.m.

Qualifications Required for this Position – Basic Qualifications:Education: High school diplomaCurrent British Columbia certificate and certification in the skilled trades as an electrician or Canadian Interprovincial Qualification (Red Seal) in the electrician trade.Current and valid Field Safety Representative (FSR) Class B CertificateCompletion of a course and current knowledge of the Canadian Electrical CodeAccredited courses in management and leadership studies (1 year)Contract administrator course. (MMCD) (4 p.m.)Current and valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.Skills: Organize and prioritize the work of the sectionUnderstand and apply electrical design and construction principlesType 40 words per minute; Operational level operation of the City’s word processing, spreadsheet and associated specialized software.

Maintain accurate records, prepare and monitor budgetsRead and interpret technical drawingsSupervise a large staffCommunicate effectivelyDeal effectively with staff, the public and external agenciesEstablish and maintain effective working relationshipsAdminister the section security programExperience: 4 years of related experience, including supervisory experience or equivalentcombination of education and experience.At least 4 years of journeyman experience, including at least 2 years as a sub-foreman (level “B”).Independence: work is generated by annual objectives and goals and reviewed in meetingswith and reports to the manager.Issues such as staffing issues, deviations from departmental policy, schedule changes andBudget items are discussed with the manager with recommendations.

The City of Victoria is committed to integrating equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility into its programs, policies, spaces and services. Our goal is to develop a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the community we serve and aspire to become. People who are Indigenous, racialized, immigrant, people with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ or those facing additional barriers are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be available upon request throughout the application and selection process.