Drafting/cGIS Technical Assistant (Telecommunications)

Winnipeg, MB

• 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.
• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2-week period), depending on nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

• Prepare accurate Telecommunication design drawings related to Telecommunications systems. 
• Compile and track on going drafting or cGIS service requests.  
• Build and maintain the Telecommunications GIS database to reflect the network. This includes the configuration of the Physical Network Infrastructure (PNI) & Logical Network Infrastructure (LNI) schematics.
• Convert digital mapping files to AutoCAD format. 
• Keep up with current software technology and standards to produce geographical design drawings. 
• Coordinate and troubleshoot errors and conflict resolution with telecommunications designers and provide support when necessary.  
• May represent the department on drafting or standards user groups to keep current on corporate standards, software, and procedures. 
• Collaborate with other design departments to establish and improve upon drawing standards. 

• A two year diploma in a relevant discipline from an institute of recognized standing and two years work experience directly related to Geographical Information Systems and computer aided drafting (CAD);  
  OR 
• Grade 12 and a one year Drafting certificate from an institute of recognized standing plus a minimum of three years experience directly related to Geographical Information Systems and computer aided drafting (CAD) experience. 
• Telecommunications experience is considered an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the latest version of AutoCAD. 
• Demonstrated ability and experience with GIS applications. 
• Thorough knowledge of map projections, coordinate systems, horizontal and vertical datums and the associated calculations to determine accuracy, adjustment, and transformations. 
• Demonstrated ability to work from detailed sketches, legal survey and engineering plans, contour maps, orthophotos and air photos. 
• Must obtain and maintain a current Personnel Risk Assessment and a "Clear" security rating in accordance with Manitoba Hydro policy P513. 
• Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Training is required and must be completed prior to hire date and renewed annually. 
• Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's Licence.
• Ability to travel if required.