Leading Electrical Technician - Jobs in Coldbrook, NS

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Reference Number: 9121Department: Substation Operations, WestLocation: Coldbrook, NSType of Employment: Regular, Full-timeDate Posted: November 19, 2021Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we’re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We’re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Leading Electrical TechnicianAccountabilities: As a member of the Transmission Maintenance team, you will direct and perform all aspects of installation, commissioning, maintenance and repair of electrical/electronic plant on the Transmission/Distribution System (e.g. reclosers, breakers, transformers, controls, protective relays, telecommunication, thermal and hydro equipment). You may be required to travel throughout the province for work related to maintenance, reliability and customer restoration. You will be responsible to assist and support the supervisor with leading and directing a highly skilled work team on a daily basis and may be assigned “acting” duties of the supervisor in his/her absence from time to time. You will be responsible to promote safety, environmental awareness, teamwork, and work efficiency. You will be expected to participate in continuous improvement activities and to support all aspects of the work planning process.You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.You will be required to participate in regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.You will be responsible for personal safety, that of co-workers and those under your direction by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure.Your primary residence must be located within 30 minutes of headquarters and you will be available for after hour emergency service restoration including rotational standby duty if required.Skills, Capabilities and Experience: You must possess a Diploma in Electrical Engineering Technology (Power Discipline) with eligibility for membership with TechNova. You must have five (5) years experience maintaining electrical equipment related to transmission and distribution. You must have proven problem resolution skills and the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments. You must be proficient with troubleshooting electrical / electronic equipment and software use and programming in an industrial setting. You have demonstrated leadership skills, are a strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a strong computer aptitude and the ability to deal with multiple tasks and demands. Previous utility experience with Transmission Substation Equipment is an asset. You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Drivers License with a minimum of two years driving experience and provide a drivers abstract satisfactory to NSPI.Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift 37 lbs. from the floor to shoulder level on an occasional basis and 10 lbs. above shoulder level.
• Able to carry 37 lbs. with both hands on an occasional basis, with the overall ability to carry 30 lbs.
• Able to push and pull with upper and whole body strength on an occasional basis up to 50 lbs.
• Perform static reaching at waist to shoulder level frequently and from below waist level to overhead on an occasional basis.
• Perform frequent standing and sitting.
• Perform occasional bending, stooping, walking and neck flexion, extension and rotation movements.
• Perform squatting, kneeling, crouching, and climbing on a minimal basis.
• Ability to perform fine finger manipulation and possess a simple to firm grasp while performing turning and pinching motions.

At Nova Scotia Power, our employees are our greatest strength. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. As the ideal candidate for this position you speak up on health, safety and environment issues, and demonstrate a belief that all injuries are preventable. You support flexibility in the workplace and embrace change. You build strong collaborative relationships with a commitment to a respectful, inclusive and productive work environment while demonstrating integrity and a commitment to operational excellence for our customers. Lastly, we encourage you to proactively ask questions and seek information to understand how your work relates to the business goals and make well informed decisions.In accordance with Emera’s occupational health and safety program and the Emera Vaccine Program, subject to any approved accommodation, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. For clarity, “fully vaccinated” means having the number of doses or combination of doses of a vaccine approved by Health Canada or local public health agencies in the jurisdiction in which they will be employed.Reports to: Supervisor, Substation OperationsForm of Application: Click the APPLY button at the end of the online job posting. Complete all required information fields, and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.Salary: $45.53 per hour, as per the Collective Agreement I.B.E.W. Local 1928Must Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than* December 4, 2021.* Late applications may not receive considerationRecruitment and Promotion Policy: At Nova Scotia Power we believe that it is powerful when everyone is included.We strongly encourage applications from equity groups who have been historically underrepresented, including members of the visible minority community (especially those from historic African Nova Scotian communities), Indigenous peoples (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with disabilities, and women in non-traditional roles, as well as members of the LGTBQ+ community.If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please advise our Talent Acquisition team and we will support you with the recruitment process.Job Type: Full-timeQuick Apply

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