Job Description

Location: North Bay , ON, CA, P1B 9T9



Req ID: 41902





Status: Regular Full Time
Working Conditions: On-Site
Education Level: High School or equivalent and two years College Diploma in a related field of study
Location: North Bay, ON
Shifts(s): Days and/or Rotating Shift, including nights, weekends and holidays
Travel: Yes \xe2\x80\x93 25%
Deadline to Apply: February 24, 2023


BE THE GENERATION to help build a brighter tomorrow.


OPG continues to set the bar for environmental protection, community involvement and economic impact\xe2\x80\x94all while safely keeping the lights on.

Now we\xe2\x80\x99ve set our sights on being a net-zero carbon company by 2040 and a catalyst to help the economies where we operate achieve net-zero by 2050.


OPG operates a diverse portfolio of generation assets including nuclear, hydroelectric, biomass and solar. We are also a cleantech leader and innovator, offering challenging and unique work opportunities. Help us use our power to change the world.


JOB OVERVIEW


Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for an Electrical & Control Technician/Technologist Trainee to join our team in North Bay, Ontario.


This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to Ontario Power Generation\xe2\x80\x99s continued growth and success in generating safe, clean, reliable low-cost power in a sustainable manner.


KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• On a shift or day basis, inspect, diagnose, test, trouble-shoot, service, maintain, calibrate and overhaul a variety of electrical, electronic, and control equipment, apparatus and instrumentation, covering all areas of electrical, instrumentation, control, and protective relaying.
• Perform electrical drafting. Install and fabricate electrical/control equipment. Carry out contract coordination and prepare quality control procedures. Maintain current operational and theoretical expertise in applicable systems, software and techniques. Maintain documents applicable to the work.
• Install, commission, inspect, troubleshoot, service, maintain and overhaul and assist with the design for all electrical/ electronic/control/protection/telecommunication or testing equipment, associated with generating stations and facilities. Take appropriate preventative or corrective action.
• Prepare electrical, control, instrumentation, protection and telecommunication sketches, drawings, and bills of material. Carry out document maintenance activities.
• Co-ordinate large projects or highly complex maintenance enhancements related to the installation of new systems, or the replacement of existing systems with different technologies. Carry out contract coordination and inspections to ensure effective quality assurance.
• Assist in the design of computer programs as required for the efficient operation of the station.
• Carry out a variety of measurements including testing of electrical, control and protection equipment to recognized standards and procedures.
• Determine generating system reliability and power system production. Develop and maintain supplementary computer programs to facilitate analysis.
• Participate in studies associated with energy production, load and capacity, demand management, etc., and provide regular and on-demand reports. Establish and maintain documentation / program files.
• Maintain and operate all tools required in performing work assignments.
• Perform work protection code (WPC) activities up to the level trained.
• Act as an operator agent in Hydroelectric only.
• Provide technical support, advice, coordination and assistance with regard to emerging work, projects and daily routines, including the development of technical/operational solutions to problems.
• Prepare and modify technical procedures and standards.
• Plan, generate and review reports.
• Accountable for the health, safety & well being of self and others, in accordance with technical/operating procedures and standards, and includes the development of technical/ operating solutions to problems.

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 or equivalent and two years College Diploma in a related field of study

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have the flexibility to work shifts and weekends
• This position requires travel and occasional overnight stays in order to attend and complete various training courses and field assignments during their training program and to acquire on-the-job experience at other OPG work locations
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and execute tasks in a time-effective manner
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work alone or as a collaborative team player
• Good judgment and problem-solving skills
• Positive, professional and enthusiastic demeanor
• Valid G Driver\xe2\x80\x99s License in good standing

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.


WHY OPG?


As Ontario\xe2\x80\x99s largest clean energy generator, OPG offers an exciting combination of challenging opportunities and career diversity in a fast-paced work environment. Being an OPG employee means you can apply your knowledge, broaden your skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to the province\xe2\x80\x99s wellbeing.


At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don\xe2\x80\x99t change. Safety. Integrity. Excellence. People and Citizenship.


Here\'s why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide
• Long-term career growth and development opportunities
• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG\xe2\x80\x99s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.
• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.
• Opportunities to stretch and develop.
• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.
• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.
• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

If you are looking to learn from others and be part of something important, and you are excited about the future of power generation, you will find the right fit at OPG.


APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 PM E.S.T. February 24, 2023. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.


ACCOMMODATIONS
OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.


If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact AODA@opg.com


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