The Opportunity
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production
Location: Point Tupper, NS
Closing Date: March 19th, 2025
Salary: $47.82 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement
Type of Employment: Full-time, Term - Labour Pool
We are currently looking for a
Power Plant Technician I (Shift) (Chemical Technician) - Labour Pool to join our Power Production team in a flexible term labour pool position. Reporting to the Chemical & Environmental Supervisor, you will be responsible to perform all aspects of chemical and environmental operations within the plant.
Key Elements Of This Role Include
As a Power Plant Technician I (Shift) (Chemical Technician):
- You will be required to perform routine maintenance, repair, fault finding, calibration and installation of equipment.
- You must be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-traded work group and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment.
- You will work to ensure that the plant operates within the environmental stipulations prescribed in the Environmental Operating Approval.
- You will be responsible for personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. As well, you will be responsible for solid environmental performance of the plant and support all ISO 14001 processes and initiatives.
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
To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:
- As a prerequisite, you must have either a Chemical Technologist or Environmental Engineering Technologist Diploma or a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Chemistry.
- A minimum three years’ experience in a coal, oil or gas fired thermal generating station, process industry or equivalent industry is preferred.
- Candidates will begin as an Apprentice Chemical Technicians as described in the NSPI In-house Apprenticeship program.
- You must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- You must be self-motivated, adaptable to change and willing to contribute to the team environment at the workplace.
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs. from floor to shoulder height, with occasionally lifting 10 lbs. overhead
- Be able to occasionally carry items that require one or two hands weighing up to 50 lbs. with the ability to push and pull at least 50 lbs. with whole body strength
- Frequently use grip strength to perform tasks
- Perform static reaching on a constant basis at waist level, with occasionally reaching laterally to overhead height
- Perform bending, stooping, sitting, climbing stairs, squatting, crouching, twisting, and forward flexional on an occasional basis
- Possess the ability to perform neck flexion frequently, extensions and rotations occasionally, and side flexion minimally
- Perform tasks that require frequent standing and walking with minimal kneeling
- Possess finger dexterity to turn constantly, perform fine manipulation frequently, and pinch occasionally
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
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 Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. 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 Emera Company mission and values. 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.
