Equipment Operator/Distribution Assistant

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Equipment Operator / Distribution Assistant

Location : Penticton, BC, CA

Penticton, BC, CA

Affiliation : IBEW

Employment Status : Full-Time Regular

Salary : $40.05

Workplace Flexibility : No

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 1.2 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.'s energy landscape. As one of BC's Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,600 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.

Requirements

• High school / Grade 12 graduation / GED (education will be verified)
• Hold a current Class 1 Driver’s License ( with air endorsement).
• Demonstrated ability to proficiently operate a backhoe around underground utilities.
• Ability to provide running maintenance on backhoes.
• Ability to operate and provide running maintenance on any of the following or similar equipment : front-end loaders, trenching machines, portable cranes, crawler tractors, side booms, direct bury plowing machines or any equipment which requires up to a Class 1 Driver’s License (with air endorsement).
• Demonstrated safe work habits and adherence to safety regulations and practices on a sustained basis; have safe driving record and be able to pass FortisBC driving tests.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to acquire a thorough knowledge of theory and operation of material and equipment relating to Gas Operations.
• Ability to become proficient in the use of power operated and hand tools, equipment and instruments.
• Ability to learn simple pipefitting, small meter setting and residential appliance relight setting.
• Initiative and sense of responsibility.
• Ability to meet the public as a representative of FortisBC.
• Ability to use and complete time slips, trucking slips, simple work and similar forms.
• A valid company OA2 welding ticket and a company PE fusion certificate or are immediately capable of obtaining or re-certifying same through normal internal training.

Additional Information

• Considerable walking, bending and lifting
• Exposure to all weather conditions
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience operating rubber tire backhoe and / or excavating equipment in shallow construction
• Current Gasfitter qualifications (B ticket or higher) are considered an asset
• Welding experience / credentials are considered an asset
• This role may have travel / out of town training and work based on operational needs
• This role may have travel and out of town work based on operational needs
• This role may have stand by / on call requirements based on operational needs
• The successful candidate must adhere to the residency requirements of this position.

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.

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