Aux. Pw Eng. App 5th 6 Mos 75% - Dartmouth, Canada - Nova Scotia Power

Nova Scotia Power

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Dartmouth, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Logistics:

Job Title:
Auxiliary Power Engineer (Term)

Company, Department:
Nova Scotia Power, Power Production

Location:
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia - Tuft's Cove Generating Station - On site

Salary:
$37.34 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement

Type of Employment:
Temporary, Full-time,

Closing Date:
May 31, 2024

Reference Number:

Positions:5

The Opportunity:

Note:
This is a term position with an expected end date of December 31, 2024.

We are currently looking to fill
5 positions for an
Auxiliary Power Engineer (Term) to join our Power Production team in a temporary position.

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will be responsible for all aspects of the safe and cost-efficient operation of the high-pressure boiler turbine unit(s) and all associated auxiliary equipment.

As an Auxiliary Power Engineer (Term):

You must be able to work effectively as a member of the Power Production Operations Team and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment.
You will be required to participate in competencybased training, regulatory training and be willing to participate in onthejob training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
You will work on an as required basis within the confines of the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement.
You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your coworkers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
You will be responsible for solid environmental performance of the plant and support all ISO 14001 processes and initiatives. We encourage that you participate as a member of the Emergency Response.
You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
It is the responsibility of the Auxiliary Power Engineer to ensure that NSPI is in compliance with all NERC/NPCC reliability standards related to Power Production.

Your primary residence must be located within 60 minutes of headquarters, and you may be required to respond to call-outs.

These skills will make you successful:
You recognize yourself in most of the following competencies, and where possible possess the skills and experience listed below:

A 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate and a minimum of three (3) years' experience as a Power Engineer in a generating station or industry with similar processes are required.
You will be required to demonstrate acceptable color vision for operation of control monitoring equipment. 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.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

Must be able to lift 1025 lbs. from the floor to overhead on an occasional basis and carry 50 lbs. with two hands
Able to push and pull 95 lbs. with whole body strength and 145 lbs. using upper body strength on a mínimal basis
Perform tasks using a range of grip strength frequently and perform static reaching from waist level on a frequent basis and from laterally to overhead on an occasional basis
Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, and forward flexional movements on a mínimal basis
Perform squatting, crouching, neck rotation, neck extension and finger dexterity occasionally
Possess the ability use side neck flexion, stand, and climb ladders and stairs frequently while walking constantly
Must be able to sit constantly, using frequent finger dexterity while using mínimal grip strength
Perform frequent static reaching at waist level and occasional reaching from below the waist to shoulder height
Perform mínimal bending, stopping, and forward flexion
Use neck extensions and rotations occasionally and using side neck flexion frequently to complete tasks throughout the shift

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying.

Learn more about our culture and values:

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.

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Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
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Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:

Recruitment & Promotion Policy:
The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team