- Must hold a valid class five (5) driver's licence.
Applicants who meet all the experience, training, and education requirements for the Distribution Design Rep role will be
given priority.
If there are no fully qualified applicants, candidates who meet all the educational requirements may be considered as
Distribution Design Rep Trainees.
If there are no applicants that meet all the educational requirements, applicants without Electrical Utility Fundamentals
course (or equivalent) and/or BC Electrical Code course (or equivalent), may then be considered, however these missing
course(s) must be completed within one (1) year of being hired into the role and prior to graduation from the Distribution
Design Rep level training program.
Distribution Design Rep Trainee applicants with demonstrated electrical utility design experience may be given partial credit
towards the two (2) year BC Hydro Distribution Design Rep level training program.
What we offer
- 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.
The starting salary for applicants considered at trainee level is currently $52,653 annually. The two year trainee program
includes salary increases every six months and upon successful completion the approximate salary will be $69,153
annually, not including overtime.
What else you should know
This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca
Working Conditions:
Approximately 50% of the work is performed outside of the office with occasional overnight travel. Frequently works at
construction sites. Regularly works at remote work locations including walking over rough terrain. Occasional exposure to
wild animals, dogs, and other job site hazards during field work. Occasional exposure to irate customers.
Occasional requirement to carry tools (such as stakes and hammers) and survey equipment of light weight.
Regular exposure to all types of weather conditions when driving to job sites and during field work. May be required to travel
in light aircraft and helicopters, boats or all-terrain vehicles.
May be required to remotely support design work throughout the province.
A condition of employment for this job is that you maintain the following requirements in good standing: Driver's License
Type = Class 5
As part of the selection process, applicants may be required to take a written test during the interview.
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.
Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your high school transcript that lists
completion of English 12, Math 12 and Physics 11 and also a copy of your class 5 driving record. If applicable, include your
Certifications and Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application
without any delays.
Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role
requirements specified in the updated M&P TIR policy. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as
outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.
Location: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada V3W 0G1
Date Posted: 2026-05-29 Closing Date: 2026-06-12
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