General Tradesperson

Ontario Power Generation Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Power Generation Inc. is seeking a dynamic General Tradesperson to join the team in Ontario. The role focuses on basic trades operations, janitorial and custodial work, reporting to the Service Trades Supervisor.

The position involves performing maintenance duties, assisting with road and drainage tasks, and handling materials and equipment in a Safety-first environment. It highlights the company’s commitment to equity and a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance/janitorial or custodial experience, ideally in an industrial environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must have a valid G license.

Responsibilities

• Carryout excavating, sandblasting, application of protective coatings, rough grinding, and lubrication of equipment, as well as housekeeping and janitorial tasks.
• Maintain and repair roads, drainage systems, including snow-removal and ground maintenance.
• Assist in performing routine tasks involving, erecting, dismantling, reassembling, moving, loading and unloading, and servicing, materials, structures, furniture, buildings, hardware, equipment, and vehicles.
• Responsibilities are consistent with training and experience for performing basic trades operations.
• In accordance with prescribed safety procedures and regulations, performs routine service trades duties.
• Accountable for the health, safety and well-being of self and others, in accordance with procedures and standards.
• Operates portable, hand- and power-driven tools and equipment.
• Perform work protection code (WPC) activities up to the level trained.

Skills

Maintenance/janitorial experience

Physical stamina

G license

Education

Grade 10 or equivalent

Job description

Education Level: Minimum Qualifications: Grade 10, or equivalent.*

Shift: Days

Travel Required: 10%

Salary Range: $25.32 - $44.77

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us as we work to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of General Tradesperson.

Job Overview

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-drivenprofessional to join our team in the role of General Tradesperson.

Reporting to the Service Trades Supervisor, this position is primarily responsible for performing basic trades operations, janitorial and custodial work.

Key Accountabilities

• Carryout excavating, sandblasting, application of protective coatings, rough grinding, and lubrication of equipment, as well as housekeeping and janitorial tasks.
• Maintain and repair roads, drainage systems, including snow-removal and ground maintenance.
• Assist in performing routine tasks involving, erecting, dismantling, reassembling, moving, loading and unloading, and servicing, materials, structures, furniture, buildings, hardware, equipment, and vehicles.
• Responsibilities are consistent with training and experience for performing basic trades operations.
• In accordance with prescribed safety procedures and regulations, performs routine service trades duties.
• Accountable for the health, safety and well-being of self and others, in accordance with procedures and standards.
• Operates portable, hand- and power-driven tools and equipment.
• Perform work protection code (WPC) activities up to the level trained.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of maintenance/janitorial or custodial experience, ideally in an industrial environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment (able to lift up to 50 lbs.)
• Must have a valid G license.

The successful candidate willexhibituncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact [e-mail] .

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs,largely fromlow-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history.

The Darlington New Nuclear Project is leading the way in the advancement of Small Modular Reactor (SMR) technology in Canada – the future of nuclear power generation! Using new and innovative technologies such as small modular reactors, hydrogen and battery storage, while expanding our hydroelectric and nuclear portfolios, we are changing the electricity landscape in Ontario.

The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.

OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.

All job postings at OPG are to fill existing vacancies within our organization.

OPG may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools as part of the applicant screening process. However, applications will also be reviewed by a member of our Recruitment team to ensure a fair and thorough assessment.