Pe Tester Helper

PE Tester Helper

Location

CA-NS-Halifax

ID

Category

Skilled Trades & Labour

Position Type

Full-Time

Logistics

Job Title:

PE Tester Helper

Company, Department:

Nova Scotia Power, Energy Delivery PETC

Location:

Lakeside, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment:

Regular, Full-Time

Salary:

33.62 per hour as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement.

Closing Date:

April 25, 2024

Reference Number:

The Opportunity

Nova Scotia Power's greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety and our customers, we're committed to providing exceptional electricity service to Nova Scotians and rewarding careers for our employees. We're hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Protective Equipment Tester Helper.

Key elements of this role include:

As a member of the PETC team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient performance of general utility duties as necessary to support the safe and efficient operation of the Test Center. These include but are not limited to:

• general shop cleaning and maintenance activities, cleaning and handling of heavy rubber protective parts such as blankets and hoses, cleaning and drying of rubber gloves, packing and shipping of tested materials, receiving and unpacking of untested stock, etc.
• Duties may include cleaning of PETC equipment, and assistance with preventative maintenance duties, repair and corrective maintenance duties.
• You will provide assistance to other PETC workers in the performance of their duties.
• You will be required to take training courses including in-house safety, environmental, vehicle operation and training 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.
• Experience and certification in the operation of forklifts, aisle stackers and other material handling equipment is preferred. The ability to attain this certification through training is essential to the position.

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 assure compliance with environmental regulations as they relate to the PETC.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• Grade XII education or equivalent, with reading and writing skills necessary to safely and effectively perform the duties of the position.
• Familiarity with, and the ability to utilize computers is essential as the PETC uses a computerized inventory control and device tracking system.
• You must be able to perform heavy labor duties 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 is essential.
• You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying.

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:

Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, 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, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.

Competitive Compensation: Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and 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. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

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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