Description

Posting End Date:

March 06, 2025

Employee Type:

Regular-Full time

Union/Non:

This is a non-union position

Enbridge is actively seeking a Communication Technician. This role will be responsible to safely plan and implement preventative maintenance an repairs to ensure critical network sustainment and standards of performance are met. (CER regulated) the safety and reliability of the related assets. This communications technician position includes a variety of jobs and tasks related to the role.

If this sounds like you, come join us, we’d love to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

  • Evaluates and recommends improvements to present radio communications systems relating to SCADA

  • Prepares bid packages, evaluates and awards contracts related to communications. Provides capital budget material for new wireless systems

  • Provides field inspections and repair of Company radio equipment and proper maintenance

  • Supports Delta V, Allen Bradley PLCs, and other OT systems

  • Experience with instrumentation and controls

  • Provides technical direction to Instrument and Electrical Technicians to facilitate troubleshooting in the field

  • Support multiple types of communication (fiber and ethernet)

  • Support communication protocols (TCP, Modbus, Fieldbus, etc)

  • Support security software; cameras and capable of adding equipment to the system

  • Support access control and video surveillance system such as Genetec

  • Support OT and IT network switches, servers, firewalls, etc.

Required:

  • A minimum of five years of data communication systems technical experience.

  • Have extensive working knowledge and understanding of data communication systems, including communication using radio frequencies and the ability to solve technical problems as they arise.

  • Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.

  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written form.  This includes the ability to effectively interact with peers, internal stakeholders, equipment vendors and service providers.

  • Ability to work independently, achieving Company Objectives

Preferred:

  • Associate’s degree in technology with emphasis in radio/communications systems.

  • Certification in Fiber Optics

  • Must successfully obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) as required by the Transportation Security Administration at the start of employment

  • Hold either a valid FCC, NABER or PCIA Certificate

Working Conditions:

  • Office environment with frequent travel. This is a field-based position with time in the field accounting for greater than 50% of the employees time.

  • Tower climbing knowledge and man lift experience in order to audit contractor installations.

  • Frequent travel throughout the region.

  • Occasional work-generated disruptions to off-the-job personal activities.  This includes extended working hours or handling after-hours calls from field staff requesting technical direction and/or assistance.  (Approximately 2 to 4 times per month)

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  

  • Company paid international relocation is not offered for this role.

  • Flex Work Arrangements: Enbridge provides competitive workplace programs that differentiate us and offer flexibility to our team members. Enbridge’s FlexWork (Hybrid Work Model) offers eligible employees the opportunity to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays. Role requirements determine your eligibility for this option. #LI-Hybrid #joinourteam

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:

Balancing, bending and stooping, climbing, crawling, carrying (up to 25 pounds), grasping, kneeling, lifting (objects up to 25 pounds), pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, walking, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to:

Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines, complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports and communicate with individuals via telephone.

Diversity and inclusion are important to us. Enbridge is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous/Native American status, or disability. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting careers@enbridge.com.

Information For Applicants:

  • Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
  • We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
  • Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com