The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production

Location: Point Tupper, NS - Point Tupper Generating Station - On-site

Salary: $27.98 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement

Closing Date: July 30th, 2024

At Nova Scotia Power, we're committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive. We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system—for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia. It's why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging—at work, and in our communities. Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

If working in an environment focused on innovation, safety and putting customers and community first inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by July 30th, 2024, and tell us what excites you about this role.

We are currently looking to fill the position of Utilityworker II (Shift) to join our Power Production team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Controls Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient performance of general utility duties in the plant.

Key elements of this role include:

As a Utilityworker II (Shift):

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient performance of general utility duties including but not limited to heavy labour, routine maintenance work, operating of equipment such as small tractors, snowplowing equipment, mobile sweepers, etc., cleaning of plant equipment and apparel, preventative maintenance duties, repair maintenance duties, environmental maintenance and control, vegetative control, etc. You will provide assistance to other Utility workers in the performance of their duties.You may be temporarily assigned to a shift outside of regular hours.You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.You will be required to take training courses e.g.: in-house safety, environmental, vehicle operation and other training courses related to your position. You must be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills. You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives. You will demonstrate your knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and your responsibilities under the Act.You will take a very proactive approach to Safety in the Plant and will demonstrate your commitment to the Risk Assessment Process consistently. This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.

These skills will make you successful:

What skills will make you successful? A Grade XII education or equivalent, with reading and writing skills necessary to safely and effectively perform the duties of the position, is required.You must be able to perform heavy labour duties with demonstrated skills in general plant and/or coal system cleanliness requirements and be familiar with and capable of using common hand and power tools in the course of the day-to-day work. Being self-motivated and having the ability to get along well with others and work with minimum supervision is essential.A strong environmental awareness and dedication, with particular understanding and experience with recycling requirements and standards is an asset. You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of two years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.Demonstrated experience with or certification in staging erection and/or vacuum truck operation is an asset.You must be capable of working in a variety of confined spaces using all appropriate personal protective equipment and other safety devices.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift a range of 17-66 lbs. from waist to overhead on a minimal to frequent basis
• Able to carry 25-66 lbs. with one or two hands
• Use a range of grip strength from simple to firm grasp with turning motions
• Use upper and whole body strength to push and pull 20-50 lbs.
• Perform static reaching from shoulder to overhead occasionally and frequently at waist and lateral level
• Perform frequent walking
• Occasionally perform standing, bending, stooping, and forward flexional movements, squatting, twisting while balancing with neck flexion, extension and rotation movements
• Perform sitting, kneeling, crouching, and crawling on a minimal basis
• Able to discriminate colours through vision and adjust to warm temperatures and confined spaces
  
  Learn more about our culture and values
  
  At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by and let us know why this role is right for you.
  
  The perks of joining our team? We offer:
  
  

  Why join our team?

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan, short-term incentive plans and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

  
  
  Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera
  
  

  At Nova Scotia Power we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. Nova Scotia Power supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.
  
  Recruitment & Promotion Policy
  
  

  The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

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