Technician, Operations & Maintenance

Constellation; Sexsmith; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading clean energy company in Sexsmith, Alberta, is seeking an O&M Tech III to operate and maintain high-voltage equipment. This role requires an electrical background and offers competitive hourly rates starting at $64.50 CAD, depending on experience. Candidates should have an Associates' Degree or related certification and be available for day shifts and overtime. Join us in leading the charge towards sustainable energy solutions.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Bonus program

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a power plant environment, including climbing and walking long distances.
• Availability for Day shift work and overtime as required.
• Valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Operate, troubleshoot, repair and maintain high-voltage equipment.
• Perform predictive/preventive maintenance on plant equipment.
• Train and develop other employees on preventive maintenance.

Skills

Electrical background

Good oral and written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Associates' Degree in Power Plant Technology or related field

4th Class Power Engineer certification

Tools

PLC's

Ovation

GE Mark 6 Digital Controls Systems

Job description

Company Overview

As the nation's largest producer of clean, carbon-free energy, Constellation is a company purposely-built to meet the challenges of the climate crisis. Constellation has been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade and we are growing our company and capabilities. Now, we’re accelerating, speeding our low‑carbon or no‑carbon power to more people in more places, day and night, providing our customers and communities with options to buy, manage and use energy as part of their decarbonization mission. The race is on to confront the climate crisis and Constellation is ready to meet the challenge. Come join us as we lead energy, together.

TOTAL REWARDS

Constellation offers a wide range of benefits and rewards, designed to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. In addition to highly competitive salaries, we offer a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including a robust wellness program; paid time off for vacation, holidays and sick days; and much more.

This role will be considered for the O&M Tech III. Leveling will be based on candidates past work experience.

Hourly Rate Starts at $64.50 Canadian, depending on level of experience.

Schedule is a 5-week rotation shift.

Primary Purpose Of Position

Power Plant with E&I (Electrical & Instrumentation) experience

The primary responsibilities of this role will be to operate, troubleshoot, repair and maintain all mechanical, I/C, and electrical high‑voltage equipment with as required to support plant operations and maximize asset value.

Primary Duties And Accountabilities

• Uses computerized maintenance management system to maintain and control work order system spare parts inventory. Perform maintenance and repair work on plant equipment such as pumps, gearboxes, fans, turbines, bearings, boilers, pipe systems, valves and limitorque operators. (disassembly, part repair or replacement, assembly).
• Operates monitors and maintains turbines, generators, pumps, scrubber plants, industrial wastewater treatment plants, boilers, motors, combustion turbines and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Trains and develops other employees in performing preventive maintenance and routine equipment service activities. Practices situational leadership, environmental and safety stewardship.
• Leads equipment or system problem identification and recommends solutions.
• Perform predictive/preventive maintenance.
• Perform electrical maintenance on generators, transformers and MOV’s.
• Perform troubleshooting on plant equipment such as power and control circuits, heaters, motors and transformers using electrical test instruments.
• Develops operating procedures for plant equipment to ensure consistent and safe operation.
• Performs all work during an assigned shift in a safe, continuous and efficient manner while maintaining environmental and housekeeping standards within federal, state and local guidelines. Performs work per Work Management processes and ensures safety using equipment Tag out process.
• Assists in requisitioning parts and supplies.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

POSITION SCOPE

The incumbent in this position must be able to communicate across all levels of the organization. Good knowledge of PLC's, Ovation and GE Mark 6 Digital Controls Systems.

Qualifications - External

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates' Degree in Power Plant Technology, Engineering Technology, or Electronics OR
• HS Diploma with minimum of 18 months of trade or technical training in Power Plant Technology
• Successfully complete the training requirements and time in job requirements for the position including previously passing the EEI TECH test
• 4th Class Power Engineer certification
• Electrical background
• Availability for Day shift work and overtime as required
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Understanding of power plant prints
• Valid driver's license and access to an insured vehicle
• Ability to work in a power plant environment that includes climbing and walking long distances
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• 3rd or higher-class Power Engineer certification