Electronics Technologists Technical Operations
Vancouver, BC

Salary: Starting at $39,163*

Reference Number: N08-13303 (EL-DEV)

* Starting salary is at $39,163 progressing up to $76,061, depending on the training and work experience.

For some...

THE SKY IS THE LIMIT

For you,

IT IS JUST THE BEGINNING

Every year, 6 million aircraft fly safely through Canadian airspace. They are tracked, separated and guided by a group of dedicated professionals, and state-of-the-art technology.

NAV CANADA, this country's provider of civil air navigation services, helps keep the skies safe by providing air traffic control, flight information, airport advisory services as well as electronic aids to navigation. An extensive network of dedicated electronics technologists install and maintain the electronic systems in support of these services keeping them functioning smoothly and efficiently.

Air travel is growing by leaps and bounds. At NAV CANADA we are determined not only to be the best - but also the most respected. As proof of this commitment, NAV CANADA has invested over $400 million in new technology and facilities.

Advances in satellite navigation now allow us to track an aircraft's position within 50 centimeters of its actual location. Air traffic simulators, allow us to adapt to traffic growth by simulating potential changes in patterns and adapt our systems accordingly.

During peak periods, aircraft depart from Vancouver International Airport approximately every 60 seconds, aided in no small part by the latest in air traffic technology. As air traffic continues to grow well into this millennium, NAV CANADA will continue to need the best and brightest electronics technologists to help keep the system safe and up-to-date.

Our electronics technologists work on a wide variety of systems, installing and maintaining our Communications, Navigational Aids, Surveillance and Air Traffic Management systems. NAV CANADA technologists receive on average, 3 weeks of formal training per year to maintain currency and meet job requirements.

Being a member of NAV CANADA's electronics technology team means that you will constantly be challenged. You work on systems that are enormously varied yet interdependent. You also feel a sense of responsibility and pride knowing that your work is of crucial and tangible benefit to Canadian aviation.

We offer a dynamic, fast-paced, team environment, with an attractive benefits package, excellent training opportunities and a competitive salary.

WHAT YOU NEED

• You will need to have successfully completed your secondary school education and a 2 or 3 year recognized course DEC diploma in electronics technology. We prefer that the discipline studied is in Computer/Communication.
• 2 years of experience maintaining telecommunication and computer systems is considered an asset, but not a requirement.
• You will need to hold a Valid Drivers License and be willing to travel.

Language Requirements

English

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Good communication skills
• Ability to plan, organize and schedule activities and meet deadlines
• Ability to analyze problems and create solutions.

We are looking for someone who shows respect, is a team player, thrives on excellence, has a positive attitude and takes pride in their achievements.

PLEASE NOTE

* If you are selected for the position, you will be responsible for your own relocation if necessary.

Please forward your resume by e-mail to jobs@navcanada.ca no later than Friday, February 15, 2008. Please refer to Reference Number N08-13303 (EL-DEV) in your subject line.

Your passion lies in making a difference. By moving beyond the expected, you help make our world a better place. These are values we respect and seek out in employees. As the demand for electricity grows, so does our need for more bright minds to join our team. Together, we can build our community, foster conservation and deliver clean, reliable energy solutions for today, tomorrow and generations to come.

Communication, Protection & Control Technologists are key to supporting the communication and protection systems of the BC Hydro network. The work involves the installation, maintenance and repair of critical electronic equipment for detecting, communicating and responding to power system faults, controlling system devices, and data and voice transfer throughout the Province. Opportunities vary from working at a central location such as a technical support centre to serving an urban or rural region. Some work sites are in remote locations, such as mountain top microwave and mobile radio repeaters, and travel is required; other installations are generating stations and control centres, where the power system is remotely monitored and controlled.

QUALIFICATIONS: The successful candidate will have:

· A two year diploma in Electronics Technology from an accredited post-secondary educational institution (preference given to those with the Telecommunications option or Power option)

· Eligibility for registration as a technologist with ASTTBC (Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia)

· Computer literacy in English, which is essential and mechanical aptitude is required

· Demonstrated physical ability to perform all the necessary duties of the position as well as normal colour vision

· A valid British Columbia driver's license, Class 5

DUTIES: The successful candidate may:

· Install and maintain a variety of telecommunications equipment including microwave, power line carrier, very high frequency/ultrahigh frequency radio system equipment, teleprotection, telephone, and supervisory control & data acquisition equipment or work in a lab environment to test, provide technical support and write maintenance procedures for this equipment

· Install and maintain a variety of protective relaying equipment for detecting and responding to power system faults, and control equipment including programmable logic controllers

· Analyze faults to verify equipment performance and write technical reports

· Commission and acceptance-test new and upgraded equipment installations

· Review and maintain drawings associated with communications, protection and control systems

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

· A strong commitment to safety is required

· Strong interpersonal skills in dealing with internal/external customers and being able to function successfully as a team player in a crew environment; the ideal applicant would also have proven experience of independent work and problem solving skills

· Electrical utility experience preferred, and specifically, experience with Telecommunications systems and/or Protection & Control systems

· Substation, small hydro electric generation, and thermal generation experience will be considered an asset

· The work is highly technical, involves sophisticated systems and equipment, and it appeals to those with good analytical skills who are also creative problem solvers

· Field work out of town is a possibility

· Float plane, helicopter, and wintertime travel to mountain top and other worksites is a possibility

· Remote locations may provide additional incentives
Closing Date Feb 08, 2009

Ministry of Transportation

Snow Avalanche and Weather Programs
102 Industrial Place
Penticton, B.C.
V2A 7C8

Salary Information

The Ministry of Transportation, Snow Avalanche and Weather Programs maintains a network of 170 electronic weather and environmental sensing stations throughout the Province. These stations provide data for avalanche hazard forecasting, road maintenance and the Ministry seasonal strength loss program. There are five Environmental Electronic Technicians that presently maintain these stations.

This spring the Ministry will be hiring a graduate student to fill the position of Assistant Environmental Electronics Technician. This position will be based in Penticton, B.C. and will assist in installing, monitoring, maintaining and repairing the Ministry provincial network of electronic weather and environmental sensing stations. This position will require a substantial amount of travel and therefore a vehicle will be provided. You will assist in determining local and provincial needs and configuring specialized software and equipment that support the Ministry of Transportation's Weather Network Program. You will spend 75 - 80% of your time outdoors possibly in harsh high elevation mountain environments and will require a high level of physical fitness. An ability to ski is preferred.

If you are eligible to work in Canada, have a valid Class 5 Drivers’ License and have recently graduated or will be graduating this spring from a post-secondary institute in an electronics or environmental sensing related technical program, you will qualify to apply for this position.

Pension Plan
The government will slightly more than match your contribution to the plan. Actual benefits are based on the number of years of service and the five highest years of salary.
Vacation and earned time off
First to second year employees will receive 15 days of vacation, increasing incrementally to 35 days after 25 years of service. Earned time off can be earned at a rate of three hours per day to a maximum of 140 hours (20 days).
Closing date for this competition will be February 9^th, 2007. All applicants must send a resume either via email to nic.seaton@gov.bc.ca or via mail to the following address

Title: Electronics Hardware Designer
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Hardware Development Manager

Salary Range: Dependent Upon Qualifications

Northern Airborne Technology Ltd. is a Kelowna, BC, Canada based manufacturer of specialized airborne communications equipment used primarily in helicopter and fixed wing aircraft applications. Our products are exported around the world. We offer challenging work opportunities and comprehensive benefits which include profit sharing and a pension plan.

DESCRIPTION:
This position involves all phases of electronic communication product development including system design, circuit design, prototyping, printed circuit artwork design, testing, documentation, and product support.

REQUIREMENTS:
• minimum education level: Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology or equivalent.
• experience in PC operation, AutoCad, and autorouters.
• experience in circuit design and prototyping (preferably for airborne applications).
• good oral and written communications skills.
• ability to work with little or no supervision.
• ability to work in small, informal groups.

DUTIES:
• circuit design, prototyping, and PCB artwork design.
• generate proper documentation to allow transfer of design to production department.
• audio product testing and support.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
• work is assigned in terms of broad objectives, relative priorities, and critical areas that affect other projects and departments.
• work is reviewed for soundness of approach and general effectiveness.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
• may give technical guidance to one or two junior designers assigned to same project.

Please forward resumes to:
Human Resources Manager
Northern Airborne Technology Ltd.
1925 Kirschner Road
Kelowna, B.C. Canada V1Y 4N7
Fax (250) 762-3374
E-mail: jobs@natech.com

Title: Intermediate Firmware Designer II Department: Software/Firmware Development
Reports to: Software Development Manager

Salary Range: Dependent Upon Qualifications

Northern Airborne Technology Ltd. is a Kelowna, BC, Canada based manufacturer of specialized airborne communications equipment used primarily in helicopter and fixed wing aircraft applications. Our products are exported around the world. We offer challenging work opportunities and comprehensive benefits which include profit sharing and a pension plan.

DESCRIPTION:
This is an intermediate position involving software programming and microprocessor/microcontroller based hardware development for both current and future products and testing equipment. The successful candidate should be familiar with software life cycle processes, have a good understanding of electronics, and possess experience with micro-based designs.

REQUIREMENTS:
· Recognized degree or diploma in a software/firmware related discipline.
· At least 5 years experience in programming embedded system software in C, C++ and assembly languages.
· Experience with microprocessor & microcontroller based designs.
· Experience with DO-178B would be an asset.
· Experience in digital and analog hardware design would be an asset.
· Good oral and written communications skills.
· Ability to work alone with little or no supervision.
· Ability to work as part of a team.

DUTIES:
· Develop microprocessor & microcontroller based systems.
· Responsible for software development and support for a variety of products.
· Develop various hardware products.
· Project documentation, testing, and production support.
· Other duties as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Work will not generally be supervised in detail. The amount of supervision will depend on the specific assignment.

Please forward resumes to:
Human Resources Manager
Northern Airborne Technology Ltd.
1925 Kirschner Road
Kelowna, B.C. Canada V1Y 4N7
Fax (250) 762-3374
E-mail: jobs@natech.com

Telecontrol Technologist (Apprenticeship)

BC Hydro

Wage: The starting apprenticeship rate with BC Hydro, as of January 2001, is $20.23 per hour. The journeyperson rate as of January 2001 is $26.97 per hour.

With overtime, your yearly earnings could exceed $60,000.

Description: A Telecontrol Technologist is a person who services electronic equipment associated with line transmission control. These workers will need a keen interest and commitment to life long learning about the latest advances in technologies. The work is highly technical and will appeal to those with good analytical skills who are also creative problem solvers. Computer literacy and mechanical aptitude is required. Good colour vision is essential.

The Telecontrol Technologist apprenticeship process requires time spent learning on the job. A Telecontrol Technologist apprentice must complete a five (5) year program including 9,000 workplace hours of training. After completion of training, a passing grade on exams will result in the BC Certificate of Apprenticeship.

Inside Scoop: To ensure apprentices will receive the maximum variety of experiences, BC Hydro will move apprentices annually from one location to another. For example, you may start at Cheekye, and move to Vernon, the Lower Mainland and finally Terrace.

Beyond Basics: Experienced Telecontrol Technologists can move on to become Telecommunications Network Controllers and increase their earning potential.

Global Broadband was established in 2000, we have been a proven leader in building Fiber Optic and Copper Networks within Western Canada. We currently have positions open for Fiber Optic Technician Trainee’s.

The scope of work includes:

- Fiber Splicing (Loose and Ribbon)

- Fiber Pulling

- Fiber Testing (OTDR – PLMS)

- Assembly of documentation

- We are looking for team players, who are hard working, do not mind getting dirty, loves working with a group that works closely together.

- This successful candidate will also possess, strong computer skills, be somewhat familiar with test gear and test procedures, be organized and self motivated.

- For the right individuals Global Broadband will provide extensive training in all of these areas.

Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technologists/Technicians

Duties:
• Design, develop and test power equipment and systems, industrial process control systems, telecommunication, broadcast, recording and audiovisual systems, microelectronic systems and circuits, computers, computer systems and networks, and computer software
•Supervise the building and testing of prototypes according to general instructions and established standards
•Conduct or supervise the installation, commissioning, and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems other than aircraft electronics or instruments
•Carry out applied research in fields of electrical and electronic engineering and physics under the direction of scientists or engineers
•Set up and operate specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test and analyze the performance of electrical and electronic components, assemblies and systems
•Write specifications, schedules and technical reports and control schedules and budgets.
•Assist in the design, development and testing of electrical and electronic components, equipment, and systems
•Assist in inspection, testing, adjusting and evaluation of incoming electrical, electro-mechanical and electronic components and assemblies to ensure conformance with product specifications and tolerances
•Conduct life tests (burn-ins) on assemblies and record and analyze results
•Assist in building and testing prototypes to specifications
•Carry out a limited range of technical functions in support of research in electrical and electronic engineering and physics
Install, operate and maintain electrical and electronic equipment and systems
•Calibrate electrical or electronic equipment and instruments according to technical manuals and written instructions
•Collect and compile operational or experimental data and assist in the preparation of estimates, schedules, budgets, specifications and reports.