Engineering Technician
Dugald, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are a leader among energy companies in
North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's
best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer
service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
- Four-day work week from Tuesday to Friday, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life and community.
Position Overview:
The engineering technician reports to the survey supervisor or delegate and performs or coordinates any surveys assigned to the
section. This is a term position with an approximate duration of 12 months.
Responsibilities:
- Perform and oversee complex field surveys while adhering to environmental rules and regulations using total station, robotic
total station, 3D laser scanner, bathymetric survey equipment, GPS/GNSS and conventional technology; complex survey
calculations and analysis using survey and statistical software and CAD; written and oral reports.
- Contribute to administrative functions such as safety management; equipment and facility coordination and maintenance;
research on technology investment options; section budgeting; project cost control, and; business planning.
- Support the safety culture of the team by maintaining a safe working environment including performing as "Person in Charge"
as defined by workplace safety & health regulations.
- Assist with quality control and analysis of data sets and produce final report.
- Establish and maintain high staff performance standards through effective training, coaching and mentorship of junior staff.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, supervisors, customers, vendors, managers and external stakeholders including
First Nations with the intention of promoting the section by building strong relationships and increasing the team's capacity to
succeed.
Qualifications:
- A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology from an institute of recognized standing and a minimum of two years of survey lead
experience including strong competency in field logistics and advanced use of conventional and digital theodolites, total
stations, robotic total stations, 3D laser scanners, spirit levels and GPS/GNSS equipment.
- Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba
Hydro policy P513.
- Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required and must be completed prior to transfer date and renewed annually.
- Advanced knowledge of survey theory; horizontal coordinate systems and vertical datums; and methods for determining
survey accuracy and performing basic adjustments and transformations.
- Advanced skills in interpreting design drawings and work requests, preparing and assessing accurate field notes, detail
sketching and complex survey calculations using manual methods and/or spreadsheets; computer-aided drafting; and survey
software, and presenting final data reports in written, tabular and drawing formats.
- Advanced ability to plan, organize and direct the activities of self and others without supervision.
- Mature and respectful demeanor including strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate with both
technical and non-technical audiences; ability to work independently and with staff at all levels, Indigenous communities, land
owners, regulators, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders and participants.
- Thorough understanding of the workplace health and safety rules, safe work procedures and environmental compliance as
related to the job; ability to occasionally perform the duties of "Person in Charge", as defined by workplace safety and health
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