Electrician

Nova Scotia Power • Halifax, NS

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for 2 Electricians (Industrial) to join our System Maintenance Team in a permanent position. Reporting to the System Maintenance Supervisor, you will become a member of a team of professionals at our location in Milton and Lakeside and you will perform all aspects of routine electrical maintenance and repair work on equipment throughout the Territory.

As an Electrician (Industrial):
You must be able to work effectively as a member of the Substation Operations team and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment.
You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
You will be required to assist with emergency / storm related power restoration.
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 will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system 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.
Your primary residence must be located within 30 minutes of the work location depot, and you will be required to take on call rotation and work other than normal hours and/or in extreme conditions. You will have 90 days to provide proof of primary residence.

Requirements

• Certification as a Journeyman Industrial Electrician with a minimum of two years’ experience with troubleshooting electrical equipment is required.
• Proven problem resolution skills.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer aptitude.
• Ability to deal with multiple tasks and demands.
• Skills and physical capabilities to perform all duties, including working at considerable heights and within watercourses.
• Valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of two years driving experience.
• Provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Construction Electrician (with the expectation they will complete their Industrial Electrician Certification within an agreed timeframe, if no qualified candidates apply).
• Operation and maintenance experience associated with Substations.
• Class 3 Drivers license.
• Trailer endorsement.
• Members of an Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship program (consideration may be given if no qualified candidates apply).

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of routine electrical maintenance and repair work on equipment throughout the Territory.
• Work effectively as a member of the Substation Operations team and be capable of functioning in a planned work environment.
• Be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and travel throughout the province.
• Assist with emergency / storm related power restoration.
• Participate in regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
• Be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
• Be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.
• Comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy.
• Take on call rotation and work other than normal hours and/or in extreme conditions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan
• 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue
• Access to a free on-site fitness centre
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Parental leave top-up plan
• Wellness benefits
• Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies
• Focus on employee development
• Available sponsored education programs
• Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work
• Mentoring opportunities
• Fundraising-matching & volunteer programs
• Various committees and employee resource groups
• Scholarships for children of employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed