Journeyed Trade, Industrial Mechanic/Millwright (Combustion Turbine Operator)

SaskPower; Kerrobert; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools provided

Job summary

SaskPower Kerrobert is hiring a permanent, full-time Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) to fabricate, assemble, operate, troubleshoot and maintain equipment and control systems, including combustion turbines and boilers.

This safety-sensitive role requires certified millwright status, turbine familiarity and a boiler certificate; duties include maintenance planning, fault diagnosis, and ensuring safety compliance. Base rate starts at $56.38/hr.

Qualifications

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate or equivalent.
• Completed Combustion Turbine Operation familiarization training.
• Valid TSASK Fireman Boiler Certificate or any level of Power Engineering Certificate.
• Ability to cooperate and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop, interpret and implement plans, drawings and specifications related to installation, modification, repair and operation of equipment
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and take corrective action
• Participate in design and field modification of apparatus and equipment
• Inspect, service and operate specialized equipment and tools
• Requisition and maintain inventory of parts and supplies
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial, electrical, combustion turbine and control systems
• Prepare preventive maintenance programs and maintain records
• Develop commissioning and maintenance plans, procedures and testing for equipment
• Assist in creating functional specifications and business cases
• Develop and issue permits and perform switching procedures
• Read, compile and maintain records and drawings
• Adhere to safety and environmental standards
• Participate in ongoing education and development
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates, project schedules and reports
• Arrange permits as required
• Participate in research to improve procedures
• May monitor construction projects and overhauls
• Supervise apprentices and staff
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area
• Other related duties

Skills

Millwright cert

Combustion turbine ops

Boiler cert

Power engineering cert

Teamwork

Communication skills

Class 5 licence

Job description

Location - SaskPower Kerrobert

Permanent - Full Time

We generate more than just power for the people of Saskatchewan. We also offer some of the best jobs in the province. Our challenging careers will help you grow, while being surrounded by a team committed to safety, openness, collaboration and accountability. We offer highly competitive salaries and benefits packages to our employees. If you’re someone who thrives in a team environment and doesn’t shy away from a good challenge, join us!

Base Rate starts at $56.38/hr. All tools provided.

This is a safety-sensitive position, the successful candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing to comply with SaskPower’s Fit for Duty Policy.

Job Summary

The employee in this classification is responsible to fabricate, assemble, operate, troubleshoot, install, commission, maintain, operate, test and repair equipment, machinery, controls, facilities and infrastructure associated with the specific trade including Combustion Turbine and/or Heating Boilers.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop, interpret and implement plans, drawings and specifications related to installation, modification, repair and operation of equipment
• Analyze and diagnose equipment malfunctions and take corrective action, as required
• Participate in the design and field modification of apparatus and equipment
• Inspect, service and operate specialized equipment and tools
• Requisition and maintain an adequate inventory of parts and supplies
• Troubleshoot, maintain, test and repair industrial, electrical, combustion turbine and control systems and other related devices
• Preparing and conducting preventive maintenance programs and keeping maintenance records related to plant operations and maintenance
• Develop commissioning and maintenance plans, procedures and testing for equipment
• Assist in creation of functional specifications and business cases that meet departmental requirements
• Develop and issue appropriate permits and perform switching procedures, as authorized
• Read, compile and maintain records and drawings associated with the position
• Adhere to applicable safety and environmental standards, regulations and corporate commitments
• Participate in continuous educational and professional development, as required
• Prepare specifications, cost and material estimates, project schedules and reports
• Arrange for appropriate permits, as required by the position
• Participate in research to determine efficient and effective work procedures
• May monitor and inspect construction projects and overhauls
• Supervise apprentices and other staff, as required
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Other related duties, as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Interprovincial Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate, or equivalent
• Completed Combustion Turbine Operation familiarization training
• Valid TSASK Fireman Boiler Certificate or any level of Power Engineering Certificate
• Ability to cooperate and deal tactfully with others
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Valid Class 5 driver's licence

Notes

• In the event there are no qualified applicants, applicants who do not hold the completed Combustion Turbine Operations familiarization training may be appointed to classification 604 (Journeyed Trade, Industrial Mechanic) and provided with the necessary training to obtain the certification and become fully qualified.
• Employees appointed to the position with only the Interprovincial Journeyperson Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) Certificate, are required to successfully obtain the Combustion Turbine Operation Familiarization Training within one (1) year of being appointed into the position.
• NOTE: If posted with Fireman Boiler Certificate employees are required to obtain the Certificate within one (1) year of being appointed into the position.
• Employees failing any prescribed examinations and applicable rewrites required to achieve fully qualified status with the allowed timeframes shall be reverted to their previous rate of pay and will be required to procure another position through the bidding procedure in the following thirty (30) day calendar day period. If such employee does not procure a position in this time, the employee will be issued a notice of lay off (notice based on current Labour Standards and requirements).

This position falls within the scope of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 2067.

Candidates under consideration may be required to participate in an assessment process consisting of any/all of the following: interview, abilities test, case study and/or presentation.

At SaskPower, we believe in the importance of fostering and maintaining a workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. We acknowledge and recognize equity groups designated by the Canadian Employment Equity Act .

We base our selection process on merit and encourage all diverse groups to participate fully.

Learn more at Commitment to a Representative Workforce.