Plant Operator

**Plant Operator**

**CC&L** Infrastructure**

**Sechelt**, BC**

CC&L Infrastructure is an active owner and operator of middle-market infrastructure assets with more than 15 years of experience. Our diversified portfolio represents over $6 billion in assets under management and we own approximately 100 individual infrastructure facilities across Canada, the United States and Chile. These investments include roads, rail, hospitals, airports, solar, hydro and wind generation facilities, and energy transition assets.

We are seeking a** Plant Operator** to join our** Operations Team** at the Sechelt Creek Hydro Facility in Sechelt, BC. Reporting to the Lead Operator, you will regularly attend site and work towards optimal plant generation. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a group of highly skilled and multidisciplinary operators while contributing to the delivery of green energy to the provincial transmission grid. If you have a can-do attitude, take pride and ownership in your work, and appreciate beautiful and diverse Canadian geographies, this role is for you. Accelerate your career growth and development in an environment that values continuous learning and recognizes you not only for what you can do today, but also for what you'll be capable of doing in the future.

**What You Will Do**

Key responsibilities and duties of the **Plant Operator**, include, but are not limited to:

- Operation of the plant in an optimal manner, starting and stopping of the turbines as necessary, while maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Respond in a timely and safe manner to any incidents that may occur at the facility, reporting to the Lead Operator as needed. Promptly address and/or troubleshoot routine and non-routine tasks, including any unplanned outages and/or maintenance.
- Provide regular and timely basic maintenance to the various equipment of the facility, as described in the relevant manuals, and according to any extra instruction. Regular maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting and repairs may be related to the following:

- Mechanical systems, such as hydraulic power units, pneumatic compressors, back-up generators, and bearings.
- Electrical systems, such as control panels, plant computers, UPS, and network equipment.
- Vehicles and equipment used for transportation to and on the site.
- Other equipment, such as tools, safety equipment, etc.
- Maintain operational records, including operations reports, procedures, safety plans, training trackers, and maintenance logs, while distributing records as required.
- Maintain plant grounds and roadways, including snow removal, vegetation control, grading, culvert maintenance, etc.
- Operate heavy equipment (backhoe, etc.) and other construction equipment as required to perform repairs, maintenance and/or cleaning of debris.
- Monitor dam infrastructure, spillways, and powerhouse systems to ensure proper functionality and safe operation.
- Operate distribution class substation and transmission lines.
- Keep the facility safe, clean, and presentable at all times.
- Supervise, provide for, and assist contractors hired to do work at the facility.
- Assist with procurement, pickup and delivery of facility components.
- Conduct oneself in a manner that maintains the Owner’s good standing with the public, government authorities, First Nations, and all other stakeholders.
- Liaise with BC Hydro, FLNRO and other agencies regarding operational issues.

**What You Bring**
- **Experience**:You have a minimum of 3-5 years’ work experience with demonstrated relevant or transferable experience. Previous experience in a hydro setting is an asset.
- **Education**: You have an education and background in engineering, skilled trades and/or a related field. Electrical education/experience is considered a strong asset.
- **Time Management**:You are able to prioritize tasks and work with mínimal supervision. You have flexibility for extended on-site stays during severe weather, periods of high debris removal, and flooding conditions and availability for on-call responses and/or emergencies 24/7/365.
- **Health** &** Safety**:You are knowledgeable about and have a strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental programs and protocols. You are comfortable in remote wilderness settings and possess or are willing to acquire and keep current all required safety training (e.g. first aid, boat safety, wildlife avoidance and outdoor survival skills, etc.). You are comfortable with and able to operate construction equipment and other motorized vehicles (e.g. boat).
- **Other Requirements**: You must be able to live and work in the Sechelt, BC area and possess a valid Class 5-driver’s license, with a clean abstract. You must possess the physical capability to effectively fulfill the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
- CC&L is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity emplo