Operator – Hydro

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc.; Quebec; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three weeks vacation to start

Medical insurance from day one

Group retirement plans

Wellness Account

EV incentive program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is seeking a Service Operator to manage hydroelectric plant operations, monitor performance and perform routine maintenance.

The role requires at least 1 year of electromechanical technician experience, familiarity with SCADA systems, and bilingual French/English communication with stakeholders outside Quebec. The position is based at the Innavik, QC site, with a standard full-time schedule and opportunities for career development within a responsible, inclusive

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an electromechanical technician in electrical work, automation, industrial maintenance or related field.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards is an asset and essential to ensure compliance.
• Training as an electromechanical technician or equivalent training.
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of SCADA systems is an asset.
• Hold a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
• Bilingualism (French and English, both spoken and written) is required for collaboration with stakeholders outside Quebec.

Responsibilities

• Operate the hydroelectric power plant as a service operator, performing routine monitoring and maintenance.
• Optimize the efficiency and output of the hydroelectric power plant by taking all necessary steps (trash rack, etc.).
• Perform daily maintenance and repair work on the plant's equipment, the building, and the grounds.
• Investigate and resolve alarm triggers from the hydroelectric power plant to minimize downtime (24-hour availability when in service).
• Operate heavy equipment.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English

Good physical condition

Flexible and versatile

Willingness to work weekends and bank/

Education

Electromechanical Technician training

Tools

Microsoft Office

SCADA systems

Job description

Why should you join our team?

Innergex Renewable Energy Inc. is an independent renewable energy producer with an extensive and growing portfolio of assets in Canada, the United States, France and Chile. The Corporation develops, acquires, owns and operates hydroelectric facilities, wind farms, solar farms and energy storage facilities.

For more than 30 years, Innergex has believed in a world where abundant renewable energy promotes healthier communities and creates shared prosperity. We are convinced that generating power from renewable sources will lead the way to a better world. We remain committed to responsible growth that balances people, our planet, and prosperity. We believe in offering an engaging, inclusive and supportive work environment where each team member can thrive.

Your contribution!

Operate the hydroelectric power plant as a service operator, performing routine monitoring and maintenance.

Your day-to-day!

• Optimize the efficiency and output of the hydroelectric power plant by taking all necessary steps (trash rack, etc.)
• Perform daily maintenance and repair work on the plant's equipment, the building, and the grounds
• Take all necessary steps to investigate and resolve alarm triggers generated by the hydroelectric power plant in order to minimize downtime (24-hour availability when in service)
• Operate heavy equipment

Your skills, our requirements!

• At least 1 year of experience as an electromechanical technician, in electrical work, automation, industrial maintenance, or any other related field
• Knowledge of health and safety standards is an asset, and ensuring compliance with these standards in all aspects of the job
• Training as an electromechanical technician or any other equivalent training
• Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite
• Knowledge of SCADA systems is an asset
• Good physical condition
• Willingness to work on weekends and holidays
• Flexibility and versatility
• Hold a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Bilingualism (French and English, both spoken and written) is required to facilitate ongoing collaboration with various stakeholders outside Quebec

Additional considerations!

• The position is based at the Innavik, QC site.
• This position is an O3C level.

Our benefits!

• Three weeks vacation to start and paid vacations during the holiday season;
• 100% Innergex-funded medical insurance from day one of employment, including primary care services through dialogue (or telemedicine) for permanent positions;
• Group retirement plans with employer participation;
• 100% Employer-funded Wellness Account;
• Electric vehicle (E-VIP) incentive program;
• Career development opportunities;

Innergex is an equal opportunity employer that values each person’s unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Innergex is committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment and bases all employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. The key to our success as a global company is to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.