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Plant Technician

Job ID86-39-03-12-4A-08
CompanyCapital Power Corporation
LocationWindsor
ProvinceOntario
Date Posted2023-02-16
Posted Until2023-08-15
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryUtilities
Description
A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to powering a sustainable future for people and planet. Headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, we're a growth oriented North American power producer that creates innovative electricity solutions to electrify the world reliably and affordably while protecting the planet for future generations. We're passionate about our employees and place their entire wellbeing at the center of our people strategy. We are proud to foster a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion; recognizing this is paramount to help grow our company and reach our net carbon neutral by 2045 goal. We're proud to foster an inclusive environment where employees are empowered to be their best, make meaningful contributions and go home safe every day.

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.

Do you want to work for a fast-growing organization which is focused on sustainable growth, committed to a low carbon future and believes in innovation?

Capital Power Corporation is currently seeking an innovative, motivated and results-oriented individual to join our East Windsor team.

As a Plant Technician, reporting to the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the East Windsor power generation facility.

You will contribute to our team by:
-Operating, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment at the power plant, including but not limited to, turbines, generators, boilers, compressors, motors, pumps, fire protection, electrical distribution, instrumentation and control systems, and all other balance of plant auxiliary equipment.
-cleanliness of the facility site including groundskeeping, landscaping, snow removal.
-Performing equipment rounds, reading, recording and analyzing instrumentation data to assess operating performance.
-Assisting with developing, reviewing and updating operating procedures and maintenance plans.
-Planning, scheduling and completing maintenance tasks and using the computerized maintenance management system.
-Coordinating the purchase of parts and material with the appropriate personnel and suppliers.
-Making arrangements for contractor services when required and managing contractors on-site.
-Complying with health, safety and environmental regulations and company policies, standards and procedures.
-Performing hazard identification, assessment and control for maintenance work performed by self, peers, and contractors on site.
-Developing, issuing and completing work permits and associated documents for maintenance work performed by self, peers, and contractors on site.
-Assisting with finding contributing factors, performing root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions for incidents related to people, environment, assets or production loss.

What you will bring to the role

Education:
-Completed High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Any of the following Journeyperson or other trade tickets are considered assets -
-Electrician - Construction and Maintenance
-Industrial Electrician
-Fire Alarm Technician
-Instrumentation and Control Technician
-Industrial Mechanic Millwright
-Steamfitter
-Fuel Safety Technician (G1 or IMT)
-Power Engineer 3rd Class considered if accompanied with significant maintenance experience.

Experience and Skills:
-5+ years of experience in operations and maintenance of combined, cogen or simple cycle power plant.
-Demonstrates extensive knowledge of all parts of the power plant operations.
-Demonstrates a desire for continuous learning and studying of equipment and new systems. Must be open minded and willing to self-study.
-Must be able to assume accountability, prioritize, and respond to several tasks under possible hazardous and stressful conditions.
-Demonstrates excellent communication skills.
-Builds and maintains trusted relationships with peers.
-Must be able to work independently. Working with minimal guidance or assistance.
-Must have the ability to read at the level of understanding written safety procedures, P&IDs, blueprints, technical instruction manuals, and other written records.
-Demonstrates the ability to interpret mechanical drawings, logic drawings, and piping and instrument drawings.
-Strong math and logic skills regarding trouble shooting and diagnosing problems with equipment. Ability to detect a solution in a timely manner.
-Capable of writing technical procedures, work requests and written records.
-Adequate knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Teams and computerized maintenance management systems.
-Demonstrates strong aptitude and dexterity in the use of tools and equipment.
-Operate powered mobile equipment such as aerial lifts, forklifts, etc.
-Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.

Working Conditions:
-Plant site office, frequent field work.
-Heavy industrial facility designated as a safety sensitive location.
-Work with hazardous materials occasionally.
-Physical mobility and ability to use PPE required.
-Walking, reaching, climbing and lifting (up to 50 pounds).
-Working rotating work shifts and responding quickly to plant conditions or requirements which may involve extended and/or abnormal work hours including call-ns.

Additional Details
As this is a safety sensitive position, clearance of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test is required.
Clearance of a pre-employment medical will also be required.
In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, reference checks and criminal record check.
We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordability employee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.

Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.
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How To Apply and Next Steps
Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at www.capitalpower.com/careers. If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contacting
careers@capitalpower.com.

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.

Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.