Leading Utilityworker

About the Position

The Opportunity:

We are currently looking for a Leading Utility worker to join our Power Production in a permanent position. Reporting to the Mechanical/Utility Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading and performing the safe and efficient operation of the day-to-day general utility duties of the plant.

Key Elements of this role include:

As a Leading Utility worker:

• You will be responsible for leading and performing the safe and efficient operation of the day to day performance of general utility duties including but not limited to heavy labour, routine maintenance work, cleaning of plant equipment and apparel, preventative maintenance duties, repair maintenance duties, removal and/or reinstallation of insulation and/or boiler cladding (including asbestos), light plumbing repairs, roofing repairs, environmental maintenance and control, vegetative control, etc.
• You will also be expected to erect, dismantle, and inspect lift staging.  
• You will also participate in the development of the weekly workflow plan, executing the plan and providing feedback to the Planning Department.
• You will be responsible to assist and support the supervisor with leading and directing a highly skilled work team on a daily basis and may be assigned acting duties of the supervisor in their absence from time to time.  
• You will be responsible to promote safety, environmental awareness, teamwork, and work efficiency. You will be expected to participate in continuous improvement activities and to support all aspects of the work planning process.
• 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 take training courses e.g.: in-house safety, environmental, vehicle operation and other training courses related to your position.
• You must 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 and ensuring compliance with 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. 
• You will demonstrate your knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and your responsibilities under the Act.
• You will take a very proactive approach to Safety in the Plant and will demonstrate your commitment to the Risk Assessment Process consistently. 

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.

Qualifications

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• A Grade XII education or equivalent, with reading and writing skills necessary to safely and effectively perform the duties of the position, and a minimum of five (5) years' experience as a Utility worker in a plant environment is required.
• You must be able to perform heavy labour duties with demonstrated skills in general plant and/or coal system cleanliness requirements.
• Being self-motivated and having the ability to get along well with others and work with minimum supervision is essential.
• A strong environmental awareness and dedication, with particular understanding and experience with recycling requirements and standards is an asset.
• You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of two years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.
• Demonstrated experience with or certification in staging erection, carpentry, insulation, mobile crane operation and/or vacuum truck operation is an asset.
• You must be capable of working in a variety of confined spaces using all appropriate personal protective equipment and other safety devices.

About the Company

Nova Scotia Power
1223 Lower Water Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3S8

Company Contact

Shaniel Smith
shaniel.smith@nspower.ca
Preferred Contact: https://nspower-careers-emera.icims.com/jobs/3755/leading-utilityworker/job?mode=view&mobile=false&w

Documents to be Forwarded

• Resume