Design Technologist

System Planning & Engineering

Powerline Design Technologist Specialist

Battle River Power Coop is a cooperative electric utility in Central Alberta supplying electricity to about 8700 rural members. We have a staff of about 64 employees engaged in all aspects of power distribution from installation to maintenance to billing, all administered from the same office near Camrose, Alberta.

General Summary:

o Meet members to determine current and future requirements for small distribution new connects with respect to location, load and service type

o Design for distribution system modifications utilizing in-house mapping software

o Generation of permit applications including Alberta Transportation, county, pipelines and existing power system owners

o Provide coordination and manage quality control for delivery of projects as required

o Provide customer with service requirements and accountabilities

o Provide/or confirm technical and field information for the design of complex new connects

Qualifications:

o Strong project management, customer service and communication skills

o Experience in an electrical distribution systems

o Knowledge of and ability to apply legal plans, electrical codes and Land Survey Act

o Comprehensive knowledge of computer systems including; Word, Excel, Access and MS Outlook

o Powerline Technician Trade or Electrical Engineering Technologist

o Four years related experience in distribution design, surveying, construction, operations of distribution powerline facilities

o A valid Driver’s License

Hours of Operation: Hours of operation are generally 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Salary & Benefits: Battle River Power Coop offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be based upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate.

Applications: Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and current resume via email or to address below by Friday, June 13, 2025 at 4:00 pm. We appreciate and consider all applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please submit your resume to:

Battle River Power Coop

Attention: Human Resources

Box 1420, Camrose, AB T4V 1X3

Email: valerie.king@brpower.coop

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $33.18-$49.33 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

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Camrose, AB (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-06-13