Maintenance Person Certified – Millwright, Welder, Machinist (including Mobile and Travelling Overhead Crane Operators) -Labour Pool (Shift)

Job title:

Maintenance Person Certified – Millwright, Welder, Machinist (including Mobile and Travelling Overhead Crane Operators) -Labour Pool (Shift)

Company

Nova Scotia Power

Job description

The Opportunity:Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production – On-siteLocation: Various Locations, Nova ScotiaSalary: $46.55 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Labour AgreementType of Employment: Labour PoolClosing Date: February 2, 2025We are currently looking for a Maintenance Person Certified-Millwright, Welder, Machinist (including Mobile and Travelling Overhead Crane Operators) – Labour Pool (Shift) to join our Power Production team in a flexible term labour pool position. Reporting to the Mechanical Trades Supervisor, you will perform all aspects of routine mechanical maintenance and repair work on equipment throughout the thermal generating station. Key elements of this role include::As a Maintenance Person Certified-Millwright, Welder, Machinist (including Mobile and Travelling Overhead Crane Operators) – Labour Pool (Shift):

• You must be able to work effectively as a team member and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment.
• You may be temporarily assigned to other locations for extended periods to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
• You will be required to participate in regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
• You may be required to travel to other Nova Scotia Power sites for extended periods of time.
• You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations, and the Nova Scotia Power Safety Program. You will assure compliance with environmental regulations as they relate to the Environmental Management System (EMS).

This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure. 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:

• Certification as a Journeyperson Millwright, Journeyperson Machinist, Journeyperson Welder, or Red Seal Welder with a minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in modern mechanical maintenance in a generating station, process industry or equivalent industry is required.
• 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.
• You must have the skills and physical capabilities to perform all duties, including working at considerable heights.
• Experience and/or certification as an overhead crane operator or experience with alignment of rotating equipment would be considered assets.
• Additional journeyperson certifications such as machinist, welder, pipefitter will also be considered as an asset.
• Consideration may be given to members of a Millwright, Welding and/or Machinist Apprenticeship program if no qualified candidates apply.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. from floor to overhead and all distances in between, carry one and two handed 40 lbs.
• Perform whole and upper body push and pull with weights up to 100 lbs. Perform static reaching between waist and overhead on an occasional basis.
• Perform bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting standing, walking and climbing (stairs, ladders) on an occasional basis.
• Crawl on a minimal basis.
• Perform static neck flexion and rotation on frequent basis.

Learn more about our culture and values:At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by and let us know why this role is right for you. The perks of joining our team? We offer::

• Pension Participation: As a member of our Labor Pool you would be eligible for 3% RRSP matching.
• Travel Allowance: When dispatched more than 100 km from primary residence.
• Vacation Benefits: In keeping with the Nova Scotia Employment Standards Act.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of , and . We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation. Recruitment & Promotion Policy:The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the . The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.

Expected salary

$46.55 per hour

Location

Halifax, NS

Job date

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 06:23:38 GMT

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