Maint Person (Cert) Shift - Jobs in Lingan, NS

Job Description

Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we are committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We are hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Maintenance Person Certified (Shift).Accountabilities: As a member of the team, you will perform all aspects of routine mechanical maintenance and repair work on equipment throughout the thermal generating station. You must be able to work effectively as a member of the team and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment. The shift designation will be based on, but not limited to, the daily and seasonal requirements of Plant and will be designed to maximize reliability and respond to trouble maintenance situations.While on shift 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 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 responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing 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.Skills, Capabilities and Experience: Certification as a Journeyperson (Industrial Mechanic / Millwright / Machinist or High Pressure Welder, including GTAW/SMAW processes & TIG/MIG certification) with a minimum of three (3) years work experience in modern mechanical maintenance in a generating station, process industry or equivalent industry is required. You have proven problem resolution skills and the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments. You must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, a strong computer aptitude and the ability to deal with multiple tasks and demands. You must have the skills and physical capabilities to perform all duties, including working at considerable heights. Additional journeyperson certifications such as machinist, welder, pipefitter will also be considered as an asset.Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. from floor to overhead and all distances in between, carry one and two handed 40 lbs.
• Perform whole and upper body push and pull with weights up to 100 lbs. Perform static reaching between waist and overhead on an occasional basis
• Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting standing, walking and climbing (stairs, ladders) on an occasional basis
• Crawl on a minimal basis
• Perform static neck flexion and rotation on frequent basis

Reports to: Mechanical Trades SupervisorForm 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: $42.20 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement.Must Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than July 20, 2021.Late applications may not receive consideration.

• *Recruitment 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-time