Mechanic (Millwright) Full Time

Source: BC Hydro
Job Title: Mechanic (Millwright)
Job Location: Fort St. John, British Columbia, Canada, V1J 6P6
Annual Salary: $47.93/hr
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Providing clean electricity to 4 million customers takes a diverse workforce and that’s where you come in. We need your talent to help us build major projects to meet growing demand. To help our customers find clean energy solutions for their homes and businesses and to be ready to respond during storms and outages to keep our system reliable.

Working for BC Hydro is meaningful. And now, the stakes have been raised as we work towards a solution to climate change while safely providing clean, affordable electricity to our customers.

We offer a healthy work life balance, training opportunities and career progression. We’re proud to be ranked as one of B.C.’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Join us as we build an even cleaner B.C.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties:

* A Journeyperson Mechanic shall install, operate, maintain, overhaul and repair mechanical equipment of all kinds, and mechanical portions of electrical equipment in the Employer’s electrical system exclusive of that in diesel generating stations.

Qualifications:

* A Machinist or Millwright trades qualification (TQ), BC or Interprovincial
* Certification (BC or Interprovincial) in welding Levels A, B or C would be an asset
* Valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license
* Physically capable to perform the work
* Ability to function successfully in a crew environment
* A strong commitment to safety, WorkSafeBC requirements and safe working practices
* Demonstrated leadership skills
* Well established computer skills

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

– A comprehensive benefits package
– A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
– A lifetime pension
– Flexible work model, depending on your role type
– Training and development courses
For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits.

This position is affiliated with the international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union (IBEW local 258) www.ibew258.bc.ca
* Please note that this role is headquartered in the Fort St. John office. Once Site C is operational, the headquarters will shift to the Site C office.
* This location is eligible for a Remote Incentive of 12%. Remote Incentives are paid bi-weekly to Full-Time Regular employees working in eligible remote locations.
* Employees who work in a remote location that receives the 12 % remote incentive are eligible for an interest-free housing loan of up to $25,000 as well as the retiring relocation.
* This location is eligible for Extended Health Care Medical Travel Benefit. The Extended Health Care Medical Travel Benefit is extended to Full-Time Regular, Part-Time Regular and Full-Time Temporary employees who are permanently working in eligible remote locations.
* Experience in the maintenance of spillway gates and other industrial lifting devices an asset.
* Experience with diesel generators an asset.
* Experience operating overhead cranes an asset program.
* A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good standing:
– Red Seal Trade Certificate (Machinist or Millwright), in Good Standing
– Driver’s License Type = Class 5
* 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.

* Location : Fort St. John, BC, V1J 6P6

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html by April 15, 2025

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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.

Our values guide our work. Want to join us?

We are safe.
We are here for our customers.
We are one team.
We include everyone.
We act with integrity and respect.
We are forward thinking.

BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.

We include everyone. We welcome applications from anyone, including members of visible minorities, women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities.

We are also happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and while working at BC Hydro. If you require support applying online because you are a person with a disability, please contact us at Recruitmenthelp@BCHydro.com

Flexible work model role definitions
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Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home based on the type of work they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for each position and the operational requirements. Employees also have the right to work full-time from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person time.

IBEW/Field – No option to work from home
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week