Reporting to the Supervisor, Operations, you will have an electrical or mechanical background and assist in all aspects of operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs of our Shekak hydro generating facility. The position is multi-disciplinary and physical labour will be required.
Key responsibilities:
- Inspection, maintenance and repair of turbine and generators, high voltage switchyard, remote dams, and intake and control gates;
- The candidate will work on systems used in electronics, programming and electrical networks, such as, but not limited to, PLC, substation equipment, electrical lines, electrical protection, meters, communication links, SCADA systems and technical drawings;
- Duties also include standby and emergency call out, on a rotating basis.
Requirements
- Excellent working knowledge of PLCs, electronic and communication equipment, SCADA systems, and electronic relay protection;
- Working knowledge of safety regulations, IHSA safety rules, generation and transmission systems as well as their controls and operations, would be considered an asset;
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;
- Ability to work effectively without supervision while collaborating in a teamwork-based environment;
- Desire and aptitude to gain additional skills and knowledge;
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Qualifications
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in an industrial trade (electrical or mechanical), in hydroelectric power stations;
- Diploma in electronic, electrical or mechanical engineering technology, electromechanical or instrumentation from an accredited college;
- Working knowledge of the IHSA work protection code would be an asset.
We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
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