Electric Utility Operations Supervisor in Penticton

Penticton is a vibrant, innovative waterfront city known for its commitment to sustainability, community well-being, and economic opportunity. With a strong focus on good governance, collaboration, and service excellence, the City is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.

The City of Penticton is looking for a permanent full-time Electric Utility Operations Supervisor based in Penticton, B.C. Reporting to the Manager of Energy & Environment, the Electric Utility Operations Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day supervision, coordination, and safe execution of electrical utility operations, with a primary focus on supervising Meter & Traffic Technicians and Powerline Technicians. This role ensures the reliable operation, maintenance, and renewal of the electrical distribution system, metering systems, streetlighting, traffic signals, and related infrastructure.

The position plays a key leadership role in implementing and enforcing safety programs, planning and delivering capital and maintenance programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting workforce development through inspections, performance reviews, and hiring activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Directly supervise and provide technical leadership to Meter & Traffic Technicians and Powerline Technicians, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Implement, maintain, and continuously improve operating safety programs, including safe work procedures, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Conduct regular field inspections, job observations, and tailboards to verify compliance with safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Complete annual performance reviews, provide coaching, and support employee development and certification requirements.
• Assist with recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and training of Powerline Technicians and other operational staff.

Operations, Maintenance & Compliance:

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee electrical distribution system operations, maintenance, and inspection programs, including overhead and underground assets.
• Oversee metering operations, including compliance with Measurement Canada requirements, coordination of meter testing programs, inventory management, and audit processes.
• Ensure compliance with agreements and requirements related to external agencies and service providers, including metering service agreements and shared infrastructure arrangements.
• Monitor and review system data, audits, and inspection results to identify risks, deficiencies, and improvement opportunities.

Capital Planning & Asset Management:

• Participate in the planning, scoping, and delivery of capital projects, including ordering long‑lead materials, coordinating procurement, and supporting project execution.
• Develop and manage preventative maintenance and inspection programs for electrical assets, traffic signals, streetlighting, and related systems.
• Support asset management practices, including documentation, tagging standards, record keeping, and use of asset tracking systems.

Specialized Systems Oversight:

• Oversee the operation and maintenance of traffic signals, accessibility systems, UPS systems, and related electrical equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide operational input into standards, guidelines, and system improvements related to metering, streetlighting, traffic signals, and accessibility initiatives.

Required Knowledge, Abilities & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, including overhead and underground infrastructure and metering.
• Knowledge of streetlighting and traffic signal systems.
• Thorough understanding of utility safety programs, safe work practices, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance, inspection, and capital work programs.
• Proven leadership, supervisory, and coaching skills with the ability to motivate and manage technical staff.
• Ability to conduct inspections, investigations, and audits, and to implement corrective actions.
• Strong organizational and administrative skills, including documentation, record keeping, and use of computerized systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with staff, management, contractors, regulators, and external agencies.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to respond effectively to operational and emergency situations.

Required Education, Training & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyperson Powerline Technician certification or equivalent electrical trade certification.
• A-FSR or A-R-FSR designation with Technical Safety BC, or willingness and ability to obtain it.
• Demonstrated experience supervising electrical field crews, preferably in a municipal or utility environment.
• Experience working with high voltage electrical distribution systems is strongly preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet the physical requirements of field supervision.

About the Benefits:

Compensation based on skills and experience is a salary of $144,272, along with a host of excellent benefits including:

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage
• Relocation assistance
• 3 weeks of vacation starting on day one
• Up to $200 in annual fitness rebates
• Free community recreation pass (swimming, fitness, etc.)
• Support for professional development, including yearly conference budget
• Free on-site parking
• Fleet vehicles provided for inspections and site visits
• Draws for tickets to local concerts, hockey games, and employee appreciation events
• A picturesque waterfront location with access to world-class outdoor recreation and a progressive, community-oriented work culture

At the City of Penticton, we recognize that great talent and great ideas come from a variety of backgrounds. Tapping into the diversity of our community makes us all stronger and allows us to serve Penticton even better. That's why we welcome all applicants to consider joining our team. We encourage Indigenous persons, people of colour, all genders and expressions, 2SLGBT2QIA+, persons living with disabilities, and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace to apply. If you require any accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know, we'd be happy to support you!

The Supervisor rate of pay is established based on a percentage above the 2026 IBEW collective agreement wage rates and is adjusted in accordance with negotiated changes to those rates. If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, we would love a chance to talk about working with you. We welcome your cover letter and resume by October 25, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Nestled between two lakes, Penticton enjoys long, hot summers, dry winters and more than 2,000 hours of sunshine each year. We’re located in the southern Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, which is easily accessed by major highways and airports. We're known for our beaches, wine and orchards, not to mention a wide range of outdoor recreational activities.