Power Plant Operator - Summer Relief

City of Medicine Ha; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government organization in Medicine Hat, Canada, is seeking a Power Plant Operator for temporary, full-time onsite work. The role involves operating equipment safely, monitoring plant systems, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a Power Engineer's Certificate, communication skills, and a commitment to safety. This opportunity offers a supportive environment with career growth, training, and competitive pay as per the collective agreement.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development programs

Collaborative work environment

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year related experience or currently enrolled as a first-year power engineering student.
• Strong understanding and commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively communicate.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Monitor plant equipment proactively to prevent issues.
• Communicate operational statuses to the Shift Engineer.

Skills

Operational awareness

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Third or Fourth Class Power Engineer's Certificate

Grade 12 or high school equivalency diploma

Job description

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Power Plant Operator (Summer Relief)

Temporary, Full time, On Site.

The City of Medicine Hat is committed to fostering a positive, supportive, and engaging workplace where every employee can thrive. As our employees are our greatest asset, we strive to create an environment that ensures their experience is both rewarding and fulfilling. As a Power Plant Operator, you'll play a vital role in the operation of our combined cycle power plant. This is your chance to join a collaborative team, working 12-hour rotating shifts, weekends, and embracing overtime when needed.

Your key responsibilities

• Safely operate equipment, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and AESO regulations.
• Monitor plant equipment proactively to prevent operational issues.
• Communicate operational and mechanical statuses to the Shift Engineer.
• Exhibit strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Assume additional duties as assigned by the Shift Engineer.

What you bring

• A strong understanding and commitment to workplace safety.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new processes, tasks and systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively among a team and demonstrated effective communication skills.
• Reliability, punctuality, and dedication to completing assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Third or Fourth Class Power Engineer's Certificate of Competency.
• Minimum of one year related experience or a first-year power engineering student.
• Grade 12 or high school equivalency diploma.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, which includes testing for cannabis use.

Why join us?

• Make a difference: Contribute to the growth and development of our employees, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional advancement.
• Collaborative environment: Work alongside passionate professionals dedicated to achieving excellence and driving positive change within the organization.
• Career growth opportunities: Access to ongoing training, development programs and advancement opportunities to support your professional growth and career aspirations.
• Competitive rate of pay as indicated in the IBEW Collective Agreement.