TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
Manitoba Hydro

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT
Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers!
Great Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Defined-benefit pension plan.
- Nine-day work cycle which normally results in every other Monday off, providing for a balanced approach to work, family life
- 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.
Manitoba Hydro is 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 supports innovation,
commitment, and customer service, while actively supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.
We are seeking a Technical Assistant to work in the Generation Design Department. Under the direction of the GIS Group Leader,
will assist with the administration, population, maintenance, storage, acceptance, and dissemination of the associated eGIS
databases of electrical distribution facilities information and land base information. The majority of the work is to be done using the
GE Smallworld Core and Design Manager software, AutoCAD, and ESRI ArcMAP. Assists other workgroups with the production and
maintenance of distribution drawings. Confirms plant information with field checks and data acquisition. Conduct various types of
Cadastral data collection for placement and locating of distribution plant.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare design drawings and 3D models for Hydro and Thermal Generating Station systems from marked-up drawings,
- Prepare 2D drawing packages in accordance with Corporate and Departmental standards or specified instructions
- Prepare 3D models, and assist professional and technical staff with the creation of models
- Prepare drawings utilizing information from a previously completed designs.Provide technical review of as-built drawings
- Prepare drawings and technical documents for e-sealing by Professional Engineer
- Release, modify, issue, archive and distribute drawings and technical documents per established procedures
- Adheres and ensures the adherence of others to drafting processes, procedures, and standards
- Resolves complex issues related to EDMS, and AutoCAD
- Maintain working relationships with other departments for correlation of design data and drawing preparation
- Train junior drafting staff and review of drafting work
- Contribute to the development & documentation of departmental drafting standards and procedures
- Make occasional field trips to assemble design information and to ensure conformance with designs
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 education plus a one year certificate from a college of recognized standing in Drafting/CAD (or equivalent), and
- Demonstrated proficiency using AutoCAD to produce design drawings for structural systems
- Demonstrated ability with 2D engineering drawing interpretation
- Demonstrated ability to draft in 3D
- Working knowledge of document management systems and various software and hardware related to drawing production and
- Demonstrated ability in the assembly and interpretation of technical data
- Ability to identify factual information and ensure mutual understanding
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to carry out projects to successful completion on schedule, with minimum supervision.
MANITOBA HYDRO IS COMMITTED TO DIVERSITY AND EMPLOYMENT EQUITY
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- Capable of training junior personnel and communicating effectively with others.
- Required to travel by all modes of transportation i.e., air, land, and water.
- Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Province of Manitoba Driver's License.
Salary Range
Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $31.94 - $44.18 Hourly,
$61,202.96 - $84,652.88 Annually.
Apply Now!
Visit www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online. The deadline for applications is
October 20, 2025.
We thank you for your interest and will contact you if you are selected for an interview.
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