Electrical Technologist

WHO WE ARE

Omicron is one of the largest integrated development services, design and construction firms in Western Canada, providing solutions to clients in the Industrial, Institutional, Building Renewal, Commercial, Retail, and Residential sectors.

Omicron was established in 1998 by people who believed real estate strategists, architects, interior designers, engineers and builders could work together to deliver a better experience throughout each step of a building project. In an industry driven by traditional market practices, we focus on innovation, service integration and technology to create efficiencies and savings.

We have been a winner of Canada's Best Managed Companies program since 2009, maintaining Platinum Club member status since 2015. This program recognizes companies that implement world class business practices and create value in innovative ways.

We have a distinctly entrepreneurial culture and are a tech-forward, innovative, sustainable and award-winning organization focused on success for clients and staff alike.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As the Electrical Technologist, you will design and/or produce project documents of building electrical systems and coordinate design, working drawings and specifications with in-house design teams and construction managers under the supervision of an Engineer or Designer. You will own and maintain the Electrical BIM standards.

• Design and project document production of building electrical systems, such as power distribution, lighting, life safety systems and communication systems for small scale projects
• Conduct field reviews under the supervision of an Engineer or Design/Technologist
• Generate and/or manage electrical BIM models using Revit and other software
• Build and maintain Omicron's electrical modelling standards
• Work with Electrical Engineers and EITs to maintain quality of drawings and models as dictated by in house standards
• Coordinate model with all related disciplines (Mechanical, Architecture, Interior Design, Structural, etc.)
• Stay up to date with all current electrical technology trends as they relate to modelling and communicate effectively with Electrical team

WHO YOU ARE

You are candid and comfortable when working with our internal teams and external partners. You are able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels of the organization.

You are able to juggle multiple and diverse responsibilities with a strong emphasis on organization and unwavering attention to detail.

You have strong critical thinking skills; you identify issues, present solutions and follow through to ensure completion of tasks.

You are a quick learner who is able to take direction positively. You are receptive and adaptive to feedback or pushback when approaches or timelines change.

You embody our culture of solution finding and pioneering new ideas through your behaviour and interactions with others.

You have a strong sense of ownership and hold all your work to a high personal standard.

REQUIREMENTS

• 0 - 5 years experience in a multi-disciplinary environment
• Certificate or Diploma in Applied Science Technology approved by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board or equivalent
• Registered with ASTTBC or working towards an A.Sc.T designation
• Knowledge of basic engineering principles in power distribution, lighting, life safety systems design and other building systems
• Intermediate Revit proficiency, familiarity in AutoCAD and other MS Office software programs
• Knowledge of design and construction processes