Technician/Power Engineer

at  British Columbia Institute of Technology BCIT

BCIT’s School of Energy is seeking a regular, full-time (1.0 FTE) Technician/Power Engineer. The Technician/Power Engineer is responsible for inventory control, maintenance of training aids, repair of specialized equipment, and the setting up and demonstration of shop equipment or instructional aids in support of instruction. Operating in a quality assurance environment, this position establishes and maintains exemplary levels of customer service to students, clients, and instructional staff and ensures an adherence to safe work practices at the campus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Definition: The qualifications section for this position was developed using the approved job evaluation plan, agreed to between the BCGEU and BCIT. The qualifications represent the minimum qualifications required in the future (i.e. to be reflected in job postings) and do not reflect the incumbent’s existing qualifications.

Education and Experience:

• Completion of a 3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate. Two (2) years general trades experience and up to four (4) years current relevant experience in the building trades/maintenance industry.
• Ability to assess blueprints and make recommendations for specific trade requirements is an asset.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Proven ability to trouble shoot and resolve related issues in conjunction with the assigned level of skill, ability and education.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to maintain top quality customer service standards.
• Willingness to maintain currency in the field and learn on the job is essential.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical tooling and equipment.

COMMUNICATION/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to provide high levels of customer service.

ADMINISTRATIVE SKILLS (E.G. PRIORITIZING, MINUTE TAKING, WP SPEED, ETC.):

• Strong operational and administrative skills, with a proven ability to develop, document, and implement policies and procedures.
• Excellent organization, project management, documentation, and record-keeping skills.

Toolroom Related Duties:

• In consultation with the Chief Instructor and Associate Dean, develops and implements procedures for ordering and receiving parts, supplies, equipment, inventory control and services in accordance with Institute and quality assurance guidelines.
• Reviews work orders for accuracy; identifies and resolves deficiencies; coordinates and monitors the work of contractors to ensure adherence to established standards.
• Maintains an inventory of relevant supplies and tools; provides analysis of inventory turnover, economics of reorder points, sourcing and other matters related to the efficient operation of the department