Electrical Generation Technician

Northwest Territories Power Corporation; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick days

Defined benefits pension

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC) is seeking an Electrical Generation Technician in Inuvik, NT. You will perform senior maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of generation equipment across diesel, wind, solar and storage systems, following Canadian Electrical Code and NTPC standards.

Responsibilities include field diagnostics, coordination with OEMs, tests on relays, VFDs, PLCs, and electrical drawings, plus safety and reporting duties.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Electrical Technologist with power-gen focus and 5+ years in electrical test equipment.
• Minimum 5 years troubleshooting diesel or gas genset electrical systems.
• Willingness to learn wind, solar and storage tech and participate in training.

Responsibilities

• Perform senior-level maintenance, diagnosis and repair of electrical generation equipment.
• Provide expert troubleshooting advice and initiate repairs per best practices.
• Inspect and test wind turbines, solar components, inverters and related systems; coordinate with OEMs.

Skills

Electrical testing

Troubleshooting

SCADA experience

PLC programming

Wind turbines

Solar installations

Battery storage

Documentation

Safety procedures

Education

Electrical Journeyperson

CET eligibility (Canada)

Tools

SCADA systems

PLC programming

AutoCAD

Allen Bradley

ComAp

Job description

Overview

This position is located in Inuvik, NT.

The Electrical Generation Technician is responsible for performing senior level work in the maintenance, diagnosis and repair of electrical generation and control equipment, along with auxiliary equipment such as electric motors, transformers, relays, electronic governors, voltage regulators, and other NTPC electrical systems in diesel, gas, wind, solar, battery energy storage systems and /or hydro generating stations. All work shall be carried out in accordance with the Canadian Electrical Code and NTPC policies and standards.

Responsibilities

• Always work safely, adhere to all aspects of the NTPC Health, Safety and Environmental programs, comply with all rules and regulations and continually practice health and safety while performing any duties.
• Provides expert technical advice in troubleshooting electrical equipment, devices, and control systems to determine causes of malfunctions and initiates repairs or recommends action in accordance with good trade practices.
• Performs operational checks, installations and testing on new, modified and existing equipment such as protective relays, VFDs, and interconnected PLC systems as directed.
• Travels to remote satellite plants as required to complete electrical equipment repairs or inspections and provides guidance to journeyman electricians in completing electrical maintenance and repairs on Corporation buildings within the region.
• Upgrades electrical drawings and technical information, maintains accurate records of completed work, provides written reports of activities.
• Maintains and completes regular inspections of the wind turbine according to the manufacturer’s recommended procedures including routine maintenance tasks to ensure the reliable and efficient operation of wind turbines. This includes inspecting, cleaning, and lubricating mechanical components, checking electrical systems, and identifying any signs of wear or damage.
• Serves as the coordinator with OEM for support, troubleshooting and completing repairs of the wind turbines including diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues that may arise in wind turbines, identify the root causes of problems and perform repairs to get the turbines back in operation.
• Complete safety checks and training to support ongoing maintenance of the wind turbine by ensuring that all safety protocols and procedures are followed during maintenance and repair activities. Be trained to work safely at heights, in and around transformers and around moving parts to minimize the risk of accidents.
• Have technical knowledge and experience to complete regular inspections and maintenance of solar panels, inverters, and other necessary electrical components, ensuring all connections are secure and operating efficiently and safely following best utility practices.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Certification as an Electrical Technologist (preferably in the field of power generation) WITH at least five (5) years of experience working with all types of electrical test equipment, AND a minimum of five (5) year's experience troubleshooting diesel or gas genset electrical systems, including the ability to set electronic governors and voltage regulators unsupervised in the field. Must have experience of setting up electronic governors for parallel operation. Utility and/or power plant experience is required. Electrical Journeyperson experience would be an asset. Equivalencies may be considered.
• Must be eligible for registration as a CET in Canada.
• Must possess a strong willingness to learn and adapt to working on wind turbines, solar installations and battery energy storage systems. This includes a proactive approach to gaining the necessary technical knowledge and hands‑on experience to effectively operate, maintain, and troubleshoot advanced renewable energy technologies. The candidate should be eager to participate in training programs, stay updated with industry advancements, and continuously improve their skills to ensure optimal performance and safety standards in the field.
• Experience with SCADA systems, PLC programming (Allen Bradley and ComAp experience preferred), LAN, and AutoCAD software would be considered a definite asset.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment with minimum direct supervision.
• Ability to interpret and utilize manufacturer’s manuals and parts books.
• Good verbal and written communication skills to maintain effective communication with team members and to prepare documentation and reports.
• Good analytical skills and the ability to diagnose electrical problems and propose solutions.
• Good working knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Proficient computer skills to operate a variety of software related to financial and administrative reporting systems, email and internet.
• Full and valid Class 5 driver’s license required.
• Satisfactory criminal records check must be provided prior to commencing work.

This is a bargaining unit position. Salary for this position ranges from $54.10/hour to $65.72/hour, in additional there is a location allowance of approximately $11,808 per annum. We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental benefits, disability insurance, life insurance, paid sick days and a defined benefits pension plan. This position is located in Inuvik, NT and does require the successful candidate to reside/relocate here. Relocation assistance may be provided.

Indigenous Employment Policy - candidates must clearly identify eligibility status through our online application portal 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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