Hydro Plant Operator/Trade

2 weeks ago

Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, Canada Northwest Territories Power Corporation Full time $28,208 - $69,824 per year


Overview

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Plant Operations Hydro the incumbent is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the electrical generating units, plants and their respective auxiliary equipment at the Diesel/Hydro sites.



Responsibilities

  • Responsible to operate the both hydro sites and diesel gensets; meeting the system requirements by synchronization, coordinating loads between units, take units on and off from the system bus manually or using automation such as a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
  • Performs and assists work orders on generating units; plant auxiliary equipment, substation equipment, safety inspections, powerplant and yard housekeeping as per preventative and corrective maintenance scheduled by the Manager along with opening and closing the assigned work orders in the NTPC electronic Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
  • Monitors and operates hydro sites and diesel plants, auxiliary equipment as per NTPC's operational requirements and manufacturer's recommendations. Logs all necessary readings and prepares equipment for standby condition.
  • Works with Central Control Centre and/or supervisor to operate spillway gates at hydro sites
  • Applies, receives and interprets Safety Work Protection Code applications; de-energizes and isolates/energizes and returns to service; units, plants and their respective auxiliary equipment as per Work Protection Code procedures.


Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED or minimum grade 10 with at least three (3) years' experience as a journeyman.
  • Red Seal Journeyperson certification or NWT Journeyman certification is required if your qualifications are either Electrician, Power Line Technician, Millwright, Heavy-Duty Mechanic or 4th Class Stationary Engineer. If 4th Class Steam Engineer must provide certificate/credentials and the capability to be successfully registered with the GNWT – Operating Engineers. Other Journeyman level trades may be considered.
  • Must have three (3) years of experience as either a Journeyperson or a 4th class stationary engineer
  • One (1) years power generation or utility experience. Would be considered an asset
  • Good planning, trouble shooting, organizational and communications skills
  • Proficient in computer applications such as email communications, spreadsheets, word processing software and CMMS.
  • Ability to read off blueprints as well as interpret drawings, diagrams and specifications of a variety of types of electrical and mechanical equipment, including manufacturer's manuals and parts books
  • Team player with the ability to work with minimal supervision
  • Successful Criminal Records check
  • Possess a valid class 5 or 3 driver's license

This is a bargaining unit position.  Salary for this position ranges from $54.10/hr-$65.72/hr. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental benefits, long-term disability, life insurance, paid sick days and a defined benefits pension plan.  This position is located in Yellowknife, NT.  Relocation assistance may be provided.

Indigenous Employment Policy - Candidates must clearly identify eligibility status via our online application process in order to receive consideration.

We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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