Leading Electrical Technician

Logistics:
**Job Title**: Leading Electrical Technician

**Company, Department**: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production - Hydro, Wind & Solar

**Location**: Wreck Cove, NS - On-site

**Salary**: $48.30 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement.

**Type of Employment**: Regular, Full Time

**Closing Date**: March 14, 2024

**Reference Number**: 2024-2690

The Opportunity:
Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we’re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to 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 **Leading Electrical Technician**.

Key elements of this role include:
**Reporting to the Hydro Supervisor**:

- You will be responsible for system trouble shooting and timely resolution of electrical deficiencies.
- You must develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of the purpose and operation of all electrical/electronic equipment on the hydro system, including PLC’s, solid state relaying, remote SCADA telemetry and all associated protection equipment, together with a good understanding of all mechanical equipment and civil works. You will be responsible for leading and developing electrical maintenance programs related to hydro equipment. You will be responsible for performing electrical/electronic maintenance, issuing safe work permits, and assisting with equipment overhauls. You will be required to assist with general operations and maintenance activities related to head gates and water control structures, emergency manning of stations and other assigned duties. You will be responsible to assist and support the supervisor with leading and directing a highly skilled work team on a daily basis and may be assigned acting duties of the supervisor in his/her absence from time to time.
- 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 participate in regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.

Your primary residence must be located within 30 minutes of the Wreck Cove Hydro Main Office (42338 Cabot Trail, NS), and you will be required to take on call rotation and work other than normal hours and/or in extreme conditions. You will have 90 days to provide proof of primary residence.

These skills will make you successful:
**What skills will make you successful?**
- You must be proficient with troubleshooting electrical/ electronic equipment and software use and programming.
- You have strong oral and written communications skills and interact well with others, as well as demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- You have a strong computer aptitude and are able to deal with multiple tasks and demands.
- You have the skills and physical capabilities to perform all duties related to the trade, including working at considerable heights and within watercourses.
- 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.
- You have demonstrated leadership abilities to mentor other Electrical Technicians and Electricians.
- Previous supervision of crews or external contractors would be an asset.
- Operations and maintenance experience with electrical/electronic equipment related to hydro generation is an asset.

At Nova Scotia Power, everyone is a leader in their own right. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. The successful individual in this role will think strategically and exercise sound judgement, drive operational excellence for customers, cultivate innovation and embrace change but most importantly builds strong, collaborative relationships.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

- Must be able to lift 37 lbs. from the floor to shoulder level on an occasional basis and 10 lbs. above shoulder level.
- Able to carry 37 lbs. with both hands on an occasional basis, with the overall ability to carry 30 lbs.
- Able to push and pull with upper and whole body strength on an occasional basis up to 50 lbs.
- Perform static reaching at waist to shoulder level frequently and from below waist level to overhead on an occasional basis.
- Perform frequent standing and sitting.
- Perform occasional bending, stooping, walking and neck flexion, extension and rotation movements.
- Perform squatting, kneeling, crouching, and climbing on a mínimal basis.
- Ability to perform fine finger manipulation and possess a simple to firm grasp while performing turning and pinching motions.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So,