Technician Protection and Control Specialist - Edmonton - Stuart Olson Inc.

Description

Our Offer to you

• Location: Multiple sites in the Fort McMurray area
• StartDate: ASAP
• Schedule: 7 days on 7 days off - 12 hour days
• Flights: Flights provided to one of these the client flight hub in Edmonton or Calgary
• Compensation: Competitive wages, Benefits, Vacation Pay, DSP's accepted, LOA Available (for people local to Fort McMurray), Camp provided for non locals, Flights Offered

Sigma Power a division of Stuart Olson is currently hiring a Technical Specialist - Protection and Control to work a 7 days on, 7 days off schedule. If you are looking for a long term maintenance position and value work life balance and working half the year this is an excellent opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Acts as an ambassador for Safety and Quality at all times.
• Implements relay settings for multiple models of relays to ensure safe, efficient, and successful operation of electrical assets ranging from 13.8kV to 260kV.
• Participates in ILP investigations, HAZOPS and Job Safety Analysis.
• Performs activities which include assisting in routine cleaning, testing, calibration (where/if required) of all protection IEDs, and functional operational testing of all protection schemes.
• Carries out and/or assist during routine testing and functional verification of all communication equipment.
• Carries out and/or assist during functional operational testing of substation auxiliary equipment and verification of the data systems that provides the operating centers with real time operating and alarm information.
• Assists and/or resolves questions concerning IED application installations.
• Ensures all associated protection and control documentation is up-to-date utilizing the appropriate document control methods.
• Prepares and issues technical reports including providing recommendations.
• Seeks value-add opportunities with clients such as potential repairs or upgrades.
• Provides support to other staff in resolving technical issues.
• Provides mentorship and support to junior employees.

Qualifications

• Certified as an Electrical Engineering Technologist, Electrical Engineer, Power Systems Electrician or Journeyman Electrician
• 5+ years' experience in Electrical Commissioning and Maintenance
• Registration with applicable Professional Association in good standing
• Technical experience in control systems (applications such as Honeywell, Triconex, DeltaV, various HMI/SCADA systems etc.) an asset
• Strong working knowledge of various IED models from manufacturers such as SEL, GE Multilin, Siemens, ABB, Alstom etc.
• Knowledge and experience with IED secondary injection testing equipment such as Omicron or Manta will be an asset
• Knowledge of formal Management of Change (MOC) processes
• Participate in ILP investigations, HAZOPS and Job Safety Analysis
• Ability to forge, grow and maintain positive relationships
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet the time demands of unpredictable activities; capable of handling pressure and challenges
• Ability to work within tight deadlines and prioritization of work to achieve them
• Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and strong commitment to achieving goals; ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment
• A valid drivers license and clean driver's abstract
• Pre-employment A&D test required

Working and Physical Conditions

• Pre-access drug and alcohol testing
• Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and around noise and dust
• Indoor and outdoor work in varying hot and cold weather conditions
• Must be clean-shaven for PPE compliance
• Personal safety equipment required (e.g., steel-toed boots)
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs (occasionally more with assistance)
• Stand or walk for long periods
• Use arms and hands to reach, handle, or manipulate objects
• Climb ladders, scaffolds, and other structures

Who We Are

Stuart Olson has been positively impacting on the businesses we serve, the communities in which we operate, and the lives we touched since 1911. Our rich history demonstrates our reach and diversity as an integrated, full-service organization serving the commercial and industrial markets.

Specializing in Turnaround and Maintenance services in the Industrial sector, Stuart Olson has proudly served the Canadian construction industry for over 100 years. We deliver confidence through a client-centered approach that ensures the highest quality of service, reducing risk, and delivering results. Sigma Power, or Stuart Olson Tech Services, is headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta, and provides a full range of technical services on equipment ranging from 480V to 500KV. Our team of highly trained personnel deliver our services with a strong focus on safety, quality and productivity. We provide value-add services to Utility, Industrial and Commercial clients. Tech Services is fully integrated within the E/I & HV Stuart Olson portfolio, allowing Stuart Olson to maximize value creation for our clients.

While we welcome all applications, only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted directly.

Unsolicited resumes and phone inquiries from 3rd party agencies will not be accepted.

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