Job Information
Ontario Power Generation Electrical Control Tech'n/Technologist in Niagara, Ontario
Electrical & Control Tech'n/Technologist
Location:
Niagara, ON, CA, L0S 1J0
Req ID: 47395
Status: Regular Full Time
Working Conditions: On-Site
Education Level: CompletedHigh School Diploma or equivalent, plus a 2-year college diploma in a related field of study*.
Base Location: Niagara Falls, ON
Number of Position(s):1
Shifts(s): Days
Travel: Yes- 10%
Deadline to Apply: July 18, 2024
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 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.
ACCOMMODATIONS
OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.
If you requireinformationin a format that is accessible to you, please contact AODA@opg.com
JOB OVERVIEW
Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Electrical & Control Technician/Technologist.
Reporting to the Trades Management Supervisor, this position is responsible to inspect, diagnose, test, troubleshoot, service, maintain, calibrate and overhaul a variety of electrical, electronic, control, protection and telecommunication equipment associated with power generating stations and facilities.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement, and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to growing its social license.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, service, maintain and overhaul and assist with the design for all electrical/ electronic/control/protection/telecommunication or testing equipment, associated with generating stations and facilities. Take appropriate preventative or corrective action.
Prepare electrical, control, instrumentation, protection and telecommunication sketches and drawings. Carry out and document maintenance activities.
Co-ordinate complex maintenance enhancements related to the installation of new electrical systems, or the replacement of existing systems with different technologies.
Carry out contract monitoring and inspections to ensure effective quality assurance.
Experience in testing control systems and troubleshooting alarms and failures of field devices.
Installation, repairs and commissioning of new network cables.
Install, commission, inspect and test High Voltage (HV) Equipment including; HV Breakers, HV Distribution Systems and HV Transformers.
Carry out a variety of measurements including testing of electrical, control and protection equipment to recognized standards and procedures.
Determine generating system reliability and power system production. Maintain supplementary computer programs to facilitate analysis.
Participate in studies associated with energy production, load and capacity, demand management, etc., and provide regular and on-demand reports. Establish and maintain documentation / program files.
Perform Level 5 Work Protection activities.
Provide technical support, advice, coordination and assistance regarding emerging work, projects and daily routines, including the development of technical/operational solutions to problems.
Prepare and modify technical procedures and standards and generate reports.
Accountable for the health, safety & well being of self and others, in accordance with technical/operating procedures and standards, and includes the development of technical/ operating solutions to problems.
EDUCATION
- Completed High School Diploma or equivalent, plus a 2-year college diploma in a related field of study*.
*Relevant Field of Education includes: Instrumentation Tech/Technologist; Electrical Tech/Technologist; Electronics Tech/Technologist; Electromechanical Engineering Technology
QUALIFICATIONS
Hold a valid Certificate of Qualification (309A or 442A)
5+ years of experience as an electrical and control technician/technologist
Preference to applicants with experience installing, maintaining, inspecting High Voltage Equipment such as; High Voltage Transformers, Breakers, Distribution Systems and Sub Stations.
Days based position, but flexibility required to work weekends including some shift work as necessary.
Work as part of a team in a fast paced, dynamic environment, with tight deadlines and expected high level of detail
Have exceptional problem-solving abilities
Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
Be eligible to work in Canada
Valid Drivers License (Class G)
The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.
What Makes a Career at OPG Different?
As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator,we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.
At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change:
Safety – it’s our business
Integrity – always lead with integrity
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility
Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:
Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
Long-term career growth and development opportunities
Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.
Our promise to you:
We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
Opportunities to stretch and develop.
Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.
Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T. , July 18, 2024. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
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.
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