Telecom Technician
One (1) Regular position
Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E21425-2024

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too. We care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

As part of the Telecommunications team, the Telecom Technician is to be accountable to pre-commission, commission, modify, troubleshoot, repair and maintain the NB Power System Telecommunications Network that is used in the generation, transmission and control of electrical power within the province and to interconnecting utilities.

Key functions include:
• Commission, maintain, test and calibrate system Telecommunications equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date system Telecommunications engineering drawings and provide input and information necessary to ensure records and manuals are kept up to date.
• Assess the impact of field work on the power system and coordinate with other work groups to facilitate energizing protection equipment.

The ideal teammate will have:
• Diploma in Electronic Engineering Technology with a Major in Telecommunications
• One year of hands-on experience working with tools
• Working knowledge of LAN/WAN networks
• Valid class 5 driver's license
• Basic computer navigation skills

An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:
• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

Please ensure a resume and a copy of your degree/diploma/certificate are attached to your online application.

NB Power will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials at Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials: https://www.cicic.ca/1374/obtain_an_academic_credential_assessment_for_general_purposes.canada

In order to be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Lynnsey Pringle at [email protected].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, November 13, 2024

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.