Top Benefits
About the role
Marketing Statement Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.
British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.
Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.
When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!
Responsibilities OVERALL PURPOSE:
Responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of SkyTrain electrical power systems (Wayside). These systems include propulsion power substations, stations’ electrical distribution, uninterruptible power supplies, associated Guideway electrical equipment and the OMC electrical systems. The Power Technician may be required to monitor and assist contractors. The Power Technician may be required to support Capital projects.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Works independently or under the direction of the Power Supervisor to accomplish and signoff work as repaired to standard. Completes scheduled or unscheduled maintenance and repair functions in the electrical area including building power systems, propulsion power systems, UPSs, TVS and other electrical equipment.
- Interprets maintenance manuals, electrical schematics and drawings, and prepares drawings or schematics to communicate with others in performance of work...
- Makes recommendations for changes to electrical hardware and switching gear plus procedural changes that become evident during performance of the SkyTrain maintenance effort.
- Performs inspections, tests and repairs, prepares reports as required.
- Accounts for all materials used in performance of the maintenance effort.
- Repairs, maintains and tests 12.5kV and/or 25kV AC electrical switchgears, transformers, protection relays and associated control components.
- Repairs, maintains and tests 600V DC distribution power rectifier banks, DC breakers, AARUs, protection & control system and other associate traction power supply equipment.
- Repairs, maintains and tests 600V AC power distribution system, UPSs, motors, panels, lightings, air conditioning and related equipment.
- Inspects and troubleshoots electrical circuits using the appropriate testing equipment.
- Creates WOs to track defects found and signs off work as being completed to standard and enters into Database system using.
- Operates a motor vehicle with valid B.C. Driver’s Licence.
- Performs activities in conformance to Canadian Electrical Code.
- Attends technical and safety training programs to continually upgrade skills.
- Handles emergencies and failures in accordance with established procedures through immediate response and quick action.
- Escorts contractors to work on BCRTC property and/or ATC territory as required.
- Performs related duties as assigned such being of a minor nature which do not affect the value of the job.
Safety Requirements As per WorkSafeBC regulations, this job requires an annual fit test and may necessitate the use of a respirator. In either case, the employee must be clean shaven. Any exemption requests should be raised to Occupational Health and/or Labour Relations for consideration.
Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school graduation or equivalent.
Red Seal Certification for Industrial Electrician
Minimum of (5) years recent maintenance experience in the last 6 years at the journeyperson level.
Experience in the maintenance and repair of 12.5 kV and/or 25 kV AC electrical switchgear, transformers, protectionrelays and associatedcontrols.
Experience in 600 VAC distribution equipment and associated control circuits.
Other Information Knowledge of the relevantelectrical codes that ensure a safe workingand operating environment.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in maintenance and repair of 600 VDCpropulsion power substation rectifiers, switchgear and associated controls.
Experiencewith large uninterruptablepower supply units is an asset.
Experiencewith electronic circuitsand high power semiconductor devices are an asset.
Experiencewith programmable logic controllers is an asset.
Experience in electrical construction work is an asset.
Experience in trouble shooting electrical or electronic circuits utilizing a memoryrecorder is an asset.
Capital project support work may be required.
Shift work is required.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.
Other Information Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.
Work Schedule 40 hours per week.
Work Designation Resident
This position works predominately on-site
Rate of Pay Wage: $59.69 per hour
Please note: All new employees will be subject to a 6-week trainee rate at 75% of the hourly rate with the remainder of the first year at 90% of the hourly rate.
The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.
How To Apply Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.
INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.
Posting Date:June 20 2025
Closing Date:JOpen Until Filled
Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.
Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca.
About TransLink
TransLink is Metro Vancouver’s regional transportation authority and as an enterprise, we’re proud to be one of BC’s Top Employers.
Stand on a street corner in Metro Vancouver and very likely, within a couple minutes, you’ll see us! We are the people and goods movers for our region. But, what does that mean?
We manage and operate an integrated regional transportation system — connecting communities by bus, rail, SeaBus, custom transit services, pedestrian and cycling paths, the Major Road Network and five bridges. Helping people and goods get from A to B — that’s our bread and butter. At the same time, we help deliver the region’s goal of creating a greener, more sustainable, more livable Metro Vancouver.
We serve 500,000 people a day — young and old from all parts of our region and all walks of life. We deliver them to the people and places that matter to them, and back again. Our employees are united by the common goal of delivering the best to our customers no matter where they work — the shop floor, in the drivers’ seat, planning for the future, managing our Compass Card system, keeping customers safe, or staffing our stations, just to name a few.
Our enterprise includes TransLink and three operating companies: B.C. Rapid Transit Company, Coast Mountain Bus Company, and Transit Police.
We’re delivering for today and planning for the future, and we’re always looking for top talent. Want to see where you fit in? Check out translink.ca/careers.
Top Benefits
About the role
Marketing Statement Join a company that has been a part of moving Metro Vancouver for over 35 years.
British Columbia Rapid Transit Company Ltd. (BCRTC) maintains and operates the Expo and Millennium SkyTrain Lines from our central facilities in south Burnaby. Our services connect downtown Vancouver to the cities of Burnaby, New Westminster, Coquitlam, Port Moody and Surrey. With the future expansion of both the Expo and Millennium Lines gathering pace, infrastructure renewal and new asset acquisition projects underway, this is an exciting time to join our team of over 1,200 dedicated employees, working on one of the longest fully-automated rapid transit systems in the world.
Our work encompasses roles such as administration, engineering, elevator and escalator maintenance, field operations, vehicle maintenance, and wayside (station and guideway) maintenance.
When you work for SkyTrain, not only will you help move Metro Vancouver, you will also have access to comprehensive benefits including paid vacation, medical benefits, transit passes, training and more. We are a proud equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Come explore what makes us one of BC’s Top Employers!
Responsibilities OVERALL PURPOSE:
Responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of SkyTrain electrical power systems (Wayside). These systems include propulsion power substations, stations’ electrical distribution, uninterruptible power supplies, associated Guideway electrical equipment and the OMC electrical systems. The Power Technician may be required to monitor and assist contractors. The Power Technician may be required to support Capital projects.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Works independently or under the direction of the Power Supervisor to accomplish and signoff work as repaired to standard. Completes scheduled or unscheduled maintenance and repair functions in the electrical area including building power systems, propulsion power systems, UPSs, TVS and other electrical equipment.
- Interprets maintenance manuals, electrical schematics and drawings, and prepares drawings or schematics to communicate with others in performance of work...
- Makes recommendations for changes to electrical hardware and switching gear plus procedural changes that become evident during performance of the SkyTrain maintenance effort.
- Performs inspections, tests and repairs, prepares reports as required.
- Accounts for all materials used in performance of the maintenance effort.
- Repairs, maintains and tests 12.5kV and/or 25kV AC electrical switchgears, transformers, protection relays and associated control components.
- Repairs, maintains and tests 600V DC distribution power rectifier banks, DC breakers, AARUs, protection & control system and other associate traction power supply equipment.
- Repairs, maintains and tests 600V AC power distribution system, UPSs, motors, panels, lightings, air conditioning and related equipment.
- Inspects and troubleshoots electrical circuits using the appropriate testing equipment.
- Creates WOs to track defects found and signs off work as being completed to standard and enters into Database system using.
- Operates a motor vehicle with valid B.C. Driver’s Licence.
- Performs activities in conformance to Canadian Electrical Code.
- Attends technical and safety training programs to continually upgrade skills.
- Handles emergencies and failures in accordance with established procedures through immediate response and quick action.
- Escorts contractors to work on BCRTC property and/or ATC territory as required.
- Performs related duties as assigned such being of a minor nature which do not affect the value of the job.
Safety Requirements As per WorkSafeBC regulations, this job requires an annual fit test and may necessitate the use of a respirator. In either case, the employee must be clean shaven. Any exemption requests should be raised to Occupational Health and/or Labour Relations for consideration.
Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school graduation or equivalent.
Red Seal Certification for Industrial Electrician
Minimum of (5) years recent maintenance experience in the last 6 years at the journeyperson level.
Experience in the maintenance and repair of 12.5 kV and/or 25 kV AC electrical switchgear, transformers, protectionrelays and associatedcontrols.
Experience in 600 VAC distribution equipment and associated control circuits.
Other Information Knowledge of the relevantelectrical codes that ensure a safe workingand operating environment.
Preference will be given to applicants with experience in maintenance and repair of 600 VDCpropulsion power substation rectifiers, switchgear and associated controls.
Experiencewith large uninterruptablepower supply units is an asset.
Experiencewith electronic circuitsand high power semiconductor devices are an asset.
Experiencewith programmable logic controllers is an asset.
Experience in electrical construction work is an asset.
Experience in trouble shooting electrical or electronic circuits utilizing a memoryrecorder is an asset.
Capital project support work may be required.
Shift work is required.
Valid BC Class 5 Driver's License.
Other Information Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.
Work Schedule 40 hours per week.
Work Designation Resident
This position works predominately on-site
Rate of Pay Wage: $59.69 per hour
Please note: All new employees will be subject to a 6-week trainee rate at 75% of the hourly rate with the remainder of the first year at 90% of the hourly rate.
The Total Compensation Package includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan. Focus on your development through tuition reimbursement, training, and mentorship programs. Enjoy a variety of health and wellness programs, including access to gym facilities. Speak to us to know more about what we offer.
How To Apply Please click the 'Apply' button at the top right corner or go to http://www.translink.ca/careers to apply for this position and view instructions on the process.
INSTRUCTIONS: Please save your (1) cover letter, and your (2) resume as one pdf document prior to uploading your application on-line.
Posting Date:June 20 2025
Closing Date:JOpen Until Filled
Please note that only those short listed will be contacted.
Having trouble applying? Please view the System Requirements & FAQ's by going to http://www.translink.ca/careers.
Equal Employment Opportunity SkyTrain is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at jobs@translink.ca.
About TransLink
TransLink is Metro Vancouver’s regional transportation authority and as an enterprise, we’re proud to be one of BC’s Top Employers.
Stand on a street corner in Metro Vancouver and very likely, within a couple minutes, you’ll see us! We are the people and goods movers for our region. But, what does that mean?
We manage and operate an integrated regional transportation system — connecting communities by bus, rail, SeaBus, custom transit services, pedestrian and cycling paths, the Major Road Network and five bridges. Helping people and goods get from A to B — that’s our bread and butter. At the same time, we help deliver the region’s goal of creating a greener, more sustainable, more livable Metro Vancouver.
We serve 500,000 people a day — young and old from all parts of our region and all walks of life. We deliver them to the people and places that matter to them, and back again. Our employees are united by the common goal of delivering the best to our customers no matter where they work — the shop floor, in the drivers’ seat, planning for the future, managing our Compass Card system, keeping customers safe, or staffing our stations, just to name a few.
Our enterprise includes TransLink and three operating companies: B.C. Rapid Transit Company, Coast Mountain Bus Company, and Transit Police.
We’re delivering for today and planning for the future, and we’re always looking for top talent. Want to see where you fit in? Check out translink.ca/careers.