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Quality Assurance Rep 1

Number of positions: 1 Job Location: Edmonds 04

Employment type: Temporary Region: Lower Mainland

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid

Annual salary: $ 78,000.00 - 84,100.00

Position Highlights
To perform a variety of assigned duties related to quality assurance and quality control, such as quality assurance

evaluations of materials and equipment. Majority of duties may focus on one product specialty, including coating, timber

products and welding inspections.

This position will support the inspection and acceptance of stock materials being procured by BC Hydro. Strong computer

skills, experience with interpretation of technical requirements and the ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team are

considered an asset.

What you'll do

• Provides inspection and quality assurance (QA) evaluation services to departments within BC Hydro (primarily

Engineering, Project Delivery and Materials Management) and to external clients.

• Attends pre-job and pre-bid evaluations, participates in technical discussions and provides relevant input or

documentation. Provides quotes when requested by client.

• Prepares and analyzes samples, such as wood core, solutions, coatings and cables.

• Provides technical reports. Provides verbal and written technical information on project specific material selection,

performance, recommendations and evaluations.

• Reviews specifications and project documentation, such as timber grading, and provides verbal and written comments to

ensure that quality hold points and requirements are appropriately included in the documents.

• Inspects incoming commodity items and related hardware that have been flagged as requiring inspection. Examines

storage and shipping arrangements. Identifies manufacturing defects and reports all deficiencies.

• Performs factory, plant and equipment inspections. Inspects products before and after treatment for structural or

dimensional flaws. Informs buyers, managers and engineers of specification compliance or non-compliance of a product or

service.

• Participates in evaluations of new products. Reports observations regarding the performance of new products including

damage caused by handling and storage. Inspects used products returned to stores and advises on methods of making

products reusable.

• Performs duties of a minor nature related to the above duties that do not affect the rating of the job.

What you bring

• A relevant Certificate of Technology from a recognized Institute of Technology with at least one of the following:

• One year training in Machine Shop, Fabricating Shop or Equipment Manufacturer;

• Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB) certification with at least three (3) years of related experience;

• National Association Corrosion Engineer Level 3 and peer review certification (NACE), completion of Steel Structure

Painting Council (SSPC) Lead removal and abatement, Containment and Ventilation Courses;

• Class B Lumber Grading Ticket from the Canadian Mill Services Association (CMSA) or other recognized accreditation

agency and an Industrial Wood Processing & Management Certificate or equivalent from a recognized Institute of

Technology with at least three (3) years of related grading experience in the wood industry.

• Valid BC Drivers Licence is required. (Class 5)

• Satisfactory performance on the job requires approximately three (3) years to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary

to perform the full scope of the job.

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.

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.

Location: Burnaby, BC, Canada, V3N 4X8

What else you should know

This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca

• This is a 5 year FTT opportunity under the MOU#15 agreement.

• This position will be supporting the North Coast Transmission Project.

• This position will support Quality Assurance activities that ensure procured materials meet technical requirements

• May be required to travel overnight to job sites and stay up to three weeks away from home on out-of-town projects.

Before you apply, please confirm you meet BC Hydro’s time in role requirement. M&P employees must meet the time in role

requirement specified in their most recent offer letter. For MoveUP and IBEW employees, the current time in role as

outlined in the Collective Agreements will apply.

Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable,

include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without

any delays.

Date Posted: 2025-11-26 Closing Date: 2025-12-12

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