Job Description
Technical Assistant
Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers We are a leader among energy companies in
North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's
best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer
service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
- Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and
community.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Technical Assistant to join the Natural Gas System Control & Maintenance
Department in Winnipeg, MB.
You will provide technical support and assistance for the research, development and maintenance of technical specifications,
procurement, inventory control of complex electric, electronic equipment and parts, critical for the regular maintenance and natural
gas emergency response plan.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, review and maintain departmental standard operating procedures, maintenance standards, work instructions, and
emergency response plans for Natural Gas Maintenance & Odourization, gas SCADA operation and corrosion prevention,
updating and maintaining the electronic library.
- Develop & prepare departmental technical specifications for regular maintenance and capital projects (construction CAD
drawings, bill of materials and cost estimates) associated with installation of control, monitoring and instrumentation for gas
SCADA and corrosion control; all with consideration for existing standards as to safety, economics, efficiency of operation,
and future expansion.
- Liaise with Regulatory Strategy & Planning Department, Winnipeg Natural Gas Operations, Distribution Operations Rural
Division and Corporate Emergency Response Coordinator on updates required by the Gas Outage Response (GOR) Manual
and departmental emergency response plans.
- Determine requirements for specialized electric and electronic equipment and maintain material inventory, including material
tracking for Natural Gas Maintenance & Odourization, gas SCADA operations and corrosion prevention.
- Liaise with material management in the creation of outline agreements, and inventory control to assure parts availability for
maintenance and emergency response.
- Review "As Built" drawings to verify the accuracy of the drawings and the correct completion of the field work.
- Create and maintain departmental SharePoint sites, to make sure emergency, operational is updated.
- Coordinate and assist in the installation, troubleshoot and repair of electric & electronic equipment for the cathodic protection
systems of the 5500 km of metallic natural gas pipelines.
- Assist with instrumentation and control training methods, procedures and aids necessary for effective training. (e.g.
Instructional videos, computer-based training, training props).
- Provide vacation relief to Measurement Engineering Technician and operations & maintenance engineering technicians and
other staff as required.
- Train and mentor junior staff as required.
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 and valid red-seal interprovincial journeyperson certification as an Instrumentation and Control Technician plus a
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minimum of three years' experience as a Journeyperson;
OR
- Instrumentation and Control, or Electric or Electronic Engineering Technology Diploma with a minimum of three years' directly
related experience.
- Familiar with the use of electrical & pressure measuring and monitoring instruments, devices, equipment, apparatus and the
interpretation of schematics, construction drawings and applicable codes.
- Possess a clear understanding and follow the Manitoba Hydro Life Saving Rules and other approved safety practices,
procedures and directives.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office suite of computer applications including SharePoint, Excel, Word, PowerPoint,
One Note, and Outlook.
- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge in cathodic protection will be an asset.
- Ability to work cooperatively in a safe, courteous and responsible manner with co-workers, customers and outside agencies
following the standards, procedures and policies of the Company.
- Attend and satisfactorily complete training courses as assigned.
- Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence, Class 5.
Salary Range
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $37.66-$53.54 Hourly,
$72,166.38-$102,601.98 Annually.
Apply Now
Ready to join a team that energizes Manitoba and puts safety, innovation, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do? Visit
to learn more about this position and to apply online.
Application deadline: MARCH 11, 2026.
We appreciate your interest in Manitoba Hydro and thank all applicants. Only those selected for the next stage of the selection
process will be contacted.
If you require accommodations during the recruitment process or need this posting in an accessible format, please let us
know - we're committed to a barrier-free experience for all candidates.