Hydroelectricity & BC
Hydroelectricity projects play a crucial role in British Columbia (BC) by providing a sustainable and reliable source of energy. BC's mountainous terrain and abundant rivers make it an ideal location for hydroelectric power generation. These projects harness the power of flowing water to produce electricity, contributing significantly to the province's clean energy portfolio, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and supporting BC's commitment to addressing climate change. Economic benefits of hydroelectric projects extend to job creation, infrastructure development, and long-term energy affordability, making them a cornerstone of BC's energy strategy and sustainable future.
John Hart Dam Seismic Upgrade Project
Staffing requirements will grow from contractor site mobilization in summer 2023 to a peak in 2024 to 2026, with the total construction period being over six years. Over this period, the project may generate just over 600 person-years of work or about 100 workers at the site. Some jobs may be short term, such as a few months, while other jobs may last multiple years. The actual needs and timing of jobs will be developed by the selected contractor as they consider the construction staging.
Ladore Spillway Seismic Upgrade Project
Staffing requirements will grow from contractor site mobilization in early 2025, with the total construction period being to 2029. Over this period, the project may peak at about 45 contractor workers per year working at the site in 2025 to 2027. The actual needs and timing of jobs will be developed by the selected contractor as they consider the construction staging.
Strathcona Dam Water Discharge Upgrade Project
Staffing requirements will grow from contractor site mobilization in early 2025, with the total construction period being to 2029. Over this period, the project may peak at about 90 contractor workers per year working at the site in 2025 to 2027. The actual needs and timing of jobs will be developed by the selected contractor as they consider the construction staging.
To apply for potential work on the project, through CHC, please email your resume to [email protected]. If you are not part of a union and want to work on the project, please contact the union rep for your trade (see the union list link provided below) and discuss membership options.
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Site C
Estimated to be 82% complete in February of 2024, opportunities may still exist for those interested in employment at the Site C dam project.
ATCO Two Rivers Lodge:
All staff working for ATRLG require Construction Safety Training System prior to employment. For the following positions, these are the additional required qualifications/certifications:
• Housekeeping – Previous experience in a hotel or like environment is ideal
• Janitorial – the above plus a clean driver’s abstract is required
• Culinary – Food Safe training plus previous experience as noted above is ideal
• General Labourer – Clean driver’s abstract required; any additional certifications ideal
• Trade’s Positions – Clean driver’s abstract, specific trade certifications
Additionally, specific positions may have additional certifications such as Confined Space, Elevated Platform, Forklift etc.
Peace River Hydro Partners (PRHP)
- Some of the trades/job classification required will be heavy equipment operators, on site truck drivers, heavy duty mechanics, cement masons, carpenters, and labourers.
- A certification is not required to operate Heavy Equipment; however, preference is given to experienced operators.
- Although, not a requirement for employment, candidates with construction safety training, first aid, and previous experience will receive preference
- Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing
- Experienced journeyperson positions & apprentice opportunities may be available
AFDE General Partnership
Positions and Requirements may include:
• Carpenters: Red Seal Journeyperson Carpenter Ticket or ITA Registered Apprentice
• Labourers: Red Seal Journeyperson Cement Mason
• Equipment Operators – Ticketed Operators
• 45 passenger bus drivers
• Tractor Trailer drivers - Class 1 and clean driver’s abstract
• Heavy Equipment Operator Tickets for Loader, Grader, Telehandler (Zoom Boom) forklift
A Pre-Access Drug and Alcohol test is required