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Status: Regular Full TimeWorking Conditions: On-site Education Level:Grade 12 or equivalent, and two-year college diploma in a related field of study*. Base Location: Smooth Rock Falls, ON Shift:Days Travel:25% Deadline to Apply:February 11, 2026 Salary Range:$41.77 - $64.60 Per Hour Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow. Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job. JOB OVERVIEW Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role ofMechanical Technician/Technologist. Reporting to the Trades Management Supervisor, this position is responsible to install, overhaul and maintain all mechanical components associated with Hydro Electric Generating Stations and facilities. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, service, maintain, and overhaul all mechanical equipment and components associated with generating stations and facilities, taking appropriate preventative or corrective action. Operate and maintain precision machines, test equipment, and shop tools, including fabricating components and utilizing specialized tooling. Conduct equipment noise, balancing, and vibration measurements for maintenance and testing of stationary and rotating equipment, ensuring compliance with ASME code standards. Fabricate, assemble, and repair metal components, including performing advanced welding as required. Perform non-destructive examinations and testing (NDE/NDT Level 1) of major and auxiliary equipment, and contribute to the development or acquisition of NDT techniques and equipment. Coordinate large projects involving new system installations or technology replacements, including contract coordination, inspections, and quality assurance. Align machines using precision equipment such as dial indicators and laser-alignment tools and perform work protection code (WPC) activities as trained. Provide technical support and advice, prepare and modify technical procedures and standards, generate reports and design sketches, and ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality standards. QUALIFICATIONS Grade 12 or equivalent, and two year college diploma in a related field of study* Certificate of Qualification/Red Seal Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) 433A Valid G Driver’s License in good standing Ability to prioritize, plan, and execute tasks in a time-effective manner Excellent interpersonal skills Good verbal and written communication skills Able to work alone or as a collaborative team player Good judgment and problem-solving skills Positive, professional and enthusiastic demeanor Previous experience maintaining Hydro Electric Generators and associated equipment is considered as an asset. *Relevant field of education includes: Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technologist; Mech Tech/Technologist; Industrial Mechanic Millwright; Electromechanical Engineering Technology The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact What makes a career at OPG different? With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro. As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history. Please submit your applicationonline at.OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. #LI-Onsite .Please note: All job postings at OPG are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.  OPG may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment. The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework. OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities. In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.