Technologist 1 - Capacity Planning

Affiliation : MoveUP

Employment Status : Full-Time Temporary

Salary : $37.97 Hourly

Short-term Incentive Eligible : No

Workplace Flexibility : No

Temp Duration : 12 Months

Posting End Date : Open until filled

As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of  BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,800 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let's shape a brighter future for B.C.

Responsibilities

• Prepares capital plans for distribution assets, including but not limited to transmission pressure laterals, stations (TP / IP, TP / DP, IP / DP), intermediate pressure lines, and distribution piping, by :

Obtaining long-term demand forecasts;

Performing hydraulic analyses to confirm distribution pipe sizing for Main Construction Orders and Service Header Orders;

Creating or updating distribution hydraulic models;

Performing hydraulic analyses to determine the sizing of customer piping and the feasibility of proposed operational procedures, and;

Performing hydraulic analyses to confirm operability of current distribution assets, and level of service, to interruptible customers for the peak demand period, and;

Developing long-term alternatives for Transmission Pipeline laterals based on client requirements;

Requirements

Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive, and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.

To learn more about the recruitment process with FortisBC, please visit the You’re Applying. What now? page for additional information.

FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles .