Distribution Design Representative - FTT - Vernon

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties:

* Performs extension, improvement, alteration, removal, and end of life design work for BC Hydro and customer driven Distribution projects and programs related to:

a) Single and three phase overhead primary equipment and asset work (excluding automated equipment).

b) Single phase civil and underground primary work.

c) Single phase overhead, civil, and underground secondary and service work up to 600A (including low profile transformers (LPTs)).

d) Three phase overhead, civil, and underground secondary and service work up to 400A at 347/600V and 800A at 120/208V (excluding installation or replacement of pad mounted transformers (PMTs)).

* Conducts field studies for a variety of distribution projects.

* Liaises with internal and external customers and stakeholders requiring or impacted by design services.

* May support and act as a subject matter expert related to the Design Representative role and area of expertise.

* Responsible for the portfolio management and coordination of assigned design projects.

* Ensures designs meet appropriate regulatory and stakeholder requirements and construction standards. Engages with appropriate resources (such as Engineers or construction crews) to validate design constructability and the impact on future operation and maintenance, as required. Addresses and documents known safety risks prior to construction.

* Performs some or all the duties of the Distribution Design Assistant job.

* Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

Qualifications:

* High school Diploma with Math 12, English 12 and Physics 11 (or equivalents); plus, completion of Electrical Utility Fundamentals (or equivalent); and a BC Electrical Code course (or equivalent); OR

* Degree, Diploma, or Certificate in Electrical Engineering Technology (or an equivalent electrical discipline) from a Canadian Educational Institute; OR

* International Electrical or Canadian Non-Electrical Degree, Diploma or Certificate with an electrical Technician accreditation through a provincial regulatory or governing body such as Certified Technician (CTech) through ASTTBC.

* Two (2) years of demonstrated electrical utility design experience at, or equivalent to, a fully qualified BC Hydro Distribution Design Rep. * Completion of BC Hydro’s Distribution Design Rep level training program.

* Must hold a valid class five (5) driver's licence.

Applicants who meet all the experience, training, and education requirements for the Distribution Design Rep role will be given priority.

If there are no fully qualified applicants, candidates who meet all the educational requirements may be considered as Distribution Design Rep Trainees.

If there are no applicants that meet all the educational requirements, applicants without Electrical Utility Fundamentals course (or equivalent) and/or BC Electrical Code course (or equivalent), may then be considered, however these missing course(s) must be completed within one (1) year of being hired into the role and prior to graduation from the Distribution Design Rep level training program.

Distribution Design Rep Trainee applicants with demonstrated electrical utility design experience may be given partial credit towards the two (2) year BC Hydro Distribution Design Rep level training program.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

Working Conditions:

Approximately 50% of the work is performed outside of the office with occasional overnight travel. Frequently works at construction sites. Regularly works at remote work locations including walking over rough terrain. Occasional exposure to wild animals, dogs, and other job site hazards during field work. Occasional exposure to irate customers.

Occasional requirement to carry tools (such as stakes and hammers) and survey equipment of light weight.

Regular exposure to all types of weather conditions when driving to job sites and during field work.

May be required to travel in light aircraft and helicopters, boats or all-terrain vehicles. May be required to remotely support design work throughout the province.

A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good standing: Driver's License Type = Class 5

As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to take a written test during the interview.

Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre-condition to employment.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your high school transcript that lists completion of English 12, Math 12 and Physics 11 and also a copy of your class 5 driving record. If applicable, include your Certifications and Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html by May 8, 2026

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We're always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It's an exciting time to be a part of our team as we invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.

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