Jobs at FortisBC (2 Positions)

Canadian owned and operated, FortisBC touches the lives of our customers every day, providing approximately 1.1 million customers across BC the energy needed for their homes, schools and businesses. From electricity, natural gas and natural gas for transportation to propane and thermal energy, we deliver approximately 21% of the total energy consumed in BC, more than any other utility in the province. We do so with 2,200 employees all focused on quality service and customer satisfaction. We are committed to building strong relationships with customers, stakeholders and First Nations, giving back to communities, promoting safety, and caring for the environment. These responsibilities are vital to our business. While safety and service are paramount, we also believe in encouraging energy efficiency and developing new energy solutions. Lower Mainland Natural gas operations are based out of the Surrey office providing service to customers across the province. A natural gas customer contact centre and billing.

Job Title: Street Team Lead
Job description
Position Overview

FortisBC is recognized as a major player in British Columbia’s energy sector. We’re responsible for safely, efficiently and reliably distributing gas that warms homes, cooks meals and heats water in 135 BC communities.

We are looking for outgoing, enthusiastic and reliable individuals to represent FortisBC at community-based events throughout the lower mainland. This role will include promoting our energy efficiency and customer programs, interacting with customers and answering queries. As a member of the FortisBC Street Team, you will be responsible for set up and tear down at events. This part-time temporary position requires weekend and evening work, including statutory holidays.

The successful candidate will be fluent in English (knowledge of a second language would be an asset), must be personable and enjoy interacting with the public, and must possess a valid driver’s license with no restrictions. In addition to the multiple FortisBC Street Team positions, we will require a FortisBC Street Team Lead, who will be responsible for supervising the street team, ensure that booth is adequately staffed, and provide feedback and event reports to the Marketing Specialist at the end of each event.

Responsibilities

Additional Street Team Lead responsibilities include scheduling, training, event reporting, social media engagement and assisting supervisors as required.

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

  • Be a highly motivated, self starter with initiative and dedication to job responsibilities
  • Be very outgoing and personable with a positive attitude and good sense of humour
  • Possess strong oral, interpersonal and written communications skills
  • Enjoy public speaking and interacting with the public
  • Be currently reenrolled in or recently graduated from post secondary school preferred
  • Have experience with computers and MS applications
  • Possess a valid driver’s license with no restrictions

Additional Information

  • Previous customer service experience considered an asset
  • Knowledge of a second language considered an asset
  • Physical demands – this position requires lifting, carrying and assembly of items and displays weighing up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
  • Physical ability to set up display materials and tents, prolonged standing (4 to 8 hours at a time), bending and reaching during the shift is also required.

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Job Title: Street Team (Temporary)
Job description
Position Overview

FortisBC is recognized as a major player in British Columbia’s energy sector. We’re responsible for safely, efficiently and reliably distributing gas that warms homes, cooks meals and heats water in 135 BC communities.

We are looking for outgoing, enthusiastic and reliable individuals to represent FortisBC at community-based events throughout the lower mainland. This role will include promoting our energy efficiency and customer programs, interacting with customers and answering queries. As a member of the FortisBC Street Team, you will be responsible for set up and tear down at events. This part-time temporary position requires weekend and evening work, including statutory holidays.

The successful candidate will be fluent in English (knowledge of a second language would be an asset), must be personable and enjoy interacting with the public, and must possess a valid driver’s license with no restrictions. In addition to the multiple FortisBC Street Team positions, we will require a FortisBC Street Team Lead, who will be responsible for supervising the street team, ensure that booth is adequately staffed, and provide feedback and event reports to the Marketing Specialist at the end of each event.

Requirements

The successful candidate will:

  • Be a highly motivated, self starter with initiative and dedication to job responsibilities
  • Be very outgoing and personable with a positive attitude and good sense of humour
  • Possess strong oral, interpersonal and written communications skills
  • Enjoy public speaking and interacting with the public
  • Be currently reenrolled in or recently graduated from post secondary school preferred
  • Have experience with computers and MS applications
  • Possess a valid driver’s license with no restrictions

Additional Information

  • Previous customer service experience considered an asset
  • Knowledge of a second language considered an asset
  • Physical demands – this position requires lifting, carrying and assembly of items and displays weighing up to 50 lbs on a regular basis.
  • Physical ability to set up display materials and tents, prolonged standing (4 to 8 hours at a time), bending and reaching during the shift is also required.

Click here to apply