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A little about Capital Power

Capital Power (TSX : CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power . This north star guides our ambitions focus and actions as we transform our energy system. Were a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton Alberta. Our team safely delivers builds and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.

Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable affordable and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment and we live by our North Star. With us your contributions matter we want you to be empowered to innovate collaborate and ultimately drive results. Were here to partner with you so you can learn grow and forge a career thats meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.

Are you interested in working for a fast-growing organization which is focused on sustainable growth committed to a low carbon future and believes in innovation

You will rely on your extensive knowledge and experience in the operation of power generation or related industrial system equipment to provide hands-on responsibility for starting stopping and monitoring of all plant equipment.

If you have strong problem-solving skills keen attention to detail and have in-depth understanding of mechanics this job may be the one for YOU!

As a Control Room Operator you will be responsible for the operation maintenance and troubleshooting of the Power Facility while assigned on shift.

You will contribute to our team by :

Operating maintaining and troubleshooting equipment on 900mw CCGT power plant.

Complete Lock-out Tag-out Confined Space and other permits required to perform work on or inspect plant equipment.

Performs hazard identification and mitigation for maintenance work performed by self plant peers and / or contractors on site.

Working rotating work shifts and responding quickly to plant conditions or requirements which may involve extended and / or abnormal work hours including call-ins.

Performing the required activities of the control room and auxiliary operator watch stations as assigned which includes the operation and performance monitoring of all equipment test and treatment of plant water chemistry creation and maintenance of plant records extensive use of personal computers and distributed control systems qualifying and maintaining qualification etc.

Safely and efficiently start stop and operate all plant equipment within design and recommended parameters.

Maintains real time communications with the grid operator Energy Trading and the IESO to ensure compliance with dispatch and system control.

Maintaining high professional personnel and equipment safety and environmental consciousness and compliance standards and practices.

Ensuring all environmental permit conditions are constantly met.

Performing other assigned independent team or shift tasks such as system expert industrial safety program activities routine maintenance tasks housekeeping and general facility preservation etc.

Supports the development of standards and procedures for quality assurance in area of expertise and contributes to audits inspects and assessments for continuous improvement.

Utilizing the facilitys computer management system to enter review and plan work orders.

Performing maintenance and operations PMS as required including planning and completion of work.

Qualifying and maintaining qualification as a control room and auxiliary plant operator.

Capable of operating heavy equipment such as a man lift and / or forklift.

Assisting in identifying and implementing profit improvement projects.

Maximizing plant efficiency and profits without degrading personnel and equipment safety practices environmental requirements or concerns or the long term operation of the plant.

Operating and maintaining Combined Cycle power generating facility equipment with minimal guidance or assistance as directed.

Managing contractors on-site and makes arrangements for services to be performed through the CMMS and business process rules.

Development of operations procedures and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Interfacing with IESO and Hydro One in the management of plant and system outages.

Assisting in additional training and support as required.

Ownership and accountability are taken for work tasks and deliverables.

Performing inspections on each system in the plant.

Assists in identifying and performing the root cause of system failures.

Willing to work independently most of the time but can effectively work in a team environment when needed.

What you will bring to the role :

Education :

Completed High School diploma or GED equivalent is required.

Ontario Operating Engineer 3rd Class Certificate (2nd and 1st are welcome) or

Ontario Operating Engineer 4th Class Certificate with relevant experience with the requirement to achieve 3rd Class Certification within two years of employment.

Experience

1 to 3 years of experience in operating and / or maintaining of combined or simple cycle power plant or other heavy industrial energy plant is preferable.

Demonstrates good knowledge of all parts of the power plant operations or capability to learn quickly.

Must be able to assume accountability prioritize and respond to several tasks under possible hazardous and stressful conditions.

Capable of writing technical procedures work requests and written records.

Demonstrates excellent communication skills.

Adequate knowledge in the use of Microsoft office and Excel.

Demonstrates strong mechanical aptitude and dexterity in the use of the plant equipment.

Must have the ability to read at the level of understanding written safety procedures P&IDs blueprints technical instruction manuals and other written records.

Demonstrates the ability to interpret mechanical drawings logic drawings and piping and instrument drawings.

Strong math and logic skills regarding trouble shooting and diagnosing problems with mechanical equipment.

Must have and maintain a valid drivers license.

Working Conditions : CCGT Power plant.

Must be willing and able to work a 12-hour rotating shift and be available for call-ins and working overtime as needed.

Walking reaching lifting climbing etc. (Up to 50 pounds).

Work with hazardous materials occasionally.

Additional Details :

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found

Wage Range : $54.39 to $66.03

Union : PWU

Hours of Work : 12 hours shifts day and night

As this is a safety sensitive position clearance of a pre-employment drug & alcohol test is required subject to applicable law.

Clearance of a pre-employment medical will also be required.

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification reference checks and criminal record check.

Capital Power employees that refer a successful candidate for this position are eligible for a $500 Referral Reward!

We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical mental financial and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordable employee benefits retirement savings and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding training and programs supporting your career development.

Depending on the posting requirements relocation assistance may be available.

How To Apply and Next Steps

Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application at If you choose to submit your resume by any other means we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.

Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats communication support or other accessibility assistance by contacting .

Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills experience and knowledge for each position.

Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 54 - 66