Technologist 3 - Measurement

Branch: Gas
Affiliation: MoveUP
Employment Status: Full-Time Regular
Salary: $3,385.00 bi weekly
Short-term Incentive Eligible: No
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 1.3 million customers.

We're actively seeking new talent to join our mission of delivering a stronger energy future in B.C. As one of 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

• Performs a wide range of complex technical, safety, quality, economic and statistical functions relating to the study, analysis, research, evaluation, and ongoing support of the department’s products and services.
• Performs project administration duties including; project planning and scheduling, allocation of resources; administration of assigned budgets; maintenance of documents and computer records; provision of information to regulatory agencies and training or advising other department staff as needed.
• Prepares and present proposals, creates programs, develops procedures and specifications, reports and computer simulations based on the technical, qualitative, economic or statistical feasibility of proposed alternatives.
• Maintains liaison and provides technical support to internal and external customers as well as industry associations, service providers and government agencies.
• Maintains a current knowledge of all relevant local, national and international standards and regulations pertaining to energy measurement including safety, technical and quality standards.
  Conducts site visits, and product/service assessments for the purpose of assessing compliance with standards and programs, monitoring performance, evaluating suitability of products and services, and obtaining and maintaining a customer base inside and outside FortisBC.
• Maintains a current knowledge of technical, economic, safety and quality developments in measurement technology by attending conferences, training seminars and demonstrations in addition to pursuing other avenues of research.
• Performs duties of a minor nature relating to the above including driving a vehicle which do not affect the rating of the job.

Requirements

• Completion of recognized post-secondary technologist diploma in an appropriate engineering technology, or equivalent education.
• Certified or eligible for Certification at the technologist level by the Applied Sciences Technologists & Technicians of BC.
• May require certification by Technical Safety BC as an IN or LO FSR.
• Five years recent, related experience.
• Ability to work as a project leader and without direct supervision.
• Analytical abilities and organizational skills.
• Customer service skills.
• Oral, written communications and presentations skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and persuasion skills.
• Liaison experience with utility companies, government agencies, suppliers, contractors and industry associations.
• Advanced computer literacy including familiarity with applications software in use in the department.
• Valid British Columbia Driver's License.

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 page for additional information.

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