Hydro Plant Operator 18 Month Term
Yellowknife, NT, Canada
Job Description
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Overview:
Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Hydro Plant Operations the incumbent is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the electrical generating units, plants and their respective auxiliary equipment at the Diesel/Hydro sites. Responsibilities:
- Responsible to operate both hydro sites and diesel gensets; meeting the system requirements by synchronization, coordinating loads between units, take units on and off from the system bus manually or using automation such as a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).
- Performs and assists work orders on generating units; plant auxiliary equipment, substation equipment, safety inspections, powerplant and yard housekeeping as per preventative and corrective maintenance scheduled by the Manager along with opening and closing the assigned work orders in the NTPC electronic Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Monitors and operates hydro sites and diesel plants, auxiliary equipment as per NTPC\xe2\x80\x99s operational requirements and manufacturer\'s recommendations. Logs all necessary readings and prepares equipment for standby condition.
- Works with Central Control Centre and/or supervisor to operate spillway gates at hydro sites
- Applies, receives and interprets Safety Work Protection Code applications; de-energizes and isolates/energizes and returns to service; units, plants and their respective auxiliary equipment as per Work Protection Code procedures.
- Effectively communicates the overall operation, availability, issues of the equipment to other operators, cross shifts and system control operators.
- Assists in system restoration following a system disturbance under the direction of the Control Centre Operator and NTPC management.
- Reads and interprets single line diagrams, drawings, diagrams, schematics and specifications of a variety of types of electrical equipment, including manufacturer\'s manuals and parts books.
- Monitors, assists and reports progress of NTPC\xe2\x80\x99s contractors as and when needed
- You will be required to provide training to and receive training from co-workers, as we as perform other responsibilities in applicable areas within your work unit as assigned by the Manager/supervisor.
- High School Diploma and two (2) years power generation or utility experience required. Equivalencies may be considered.
- Valid NWT Class 1 driver\xe2\x80\x99s licence required.
- Good planning, organizational and communications skills.
- Proficient in computer applications such as spreadsheets, email communications, word processing software and knnowledge of CMMS.
- Ability to read off blueprints as well as interpret drawings, diagrams, and specifications of a variety of types of electrical and mechanical equipments, including manufacturer\'s manuals and parts books.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and participate as a member of a team, maintaining open and reliable communications with co-workers to ensure team production and efficient operation.
- Must undergo a successful criminal records check.
This is a bargaining unit position. Salary for this position ranges from $41.80/hr-$50.82/hr. plus location allowance of approximately $4,642 per annum. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental benefits, long-term disability, life insurance, paid sick days and a defined benefits pension plan.
Affirmative Action Employer - Candidates must clearly identify eligibility status via our online portal in order to receive priority consideration.
We thank all those who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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Job Detail
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Job IdJD2127953
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationYellowknife, NT, Canada
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EducationNot mentioned