Emergency Response Maintainer (Fire Fighter)

Overview

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of Emergency Response Maintainer (Fire Fighter).

Reporting to the Shift Emergency Response Manager, this position is responsible for performing Emergency Response Maintainer duties to actual site incidents in accordance with procedures, policies and regulations while working within generating facilities and properties. This would include but is not limited to incidents such as fire emergencies, first aid/medical situations, hazardous materials, rescues and health and safety situations.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform inspection, testing, operation and maintenance of emergency response equipment including but not limited to firefighting and Hazmat equipment, fire extinguishers, and fire-related station equipment and systems.
• Demonstrate the use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA), as required.
• Process 'hot work' activities, as recognized by the National Fire Code, transient materials permits and fire related documentation.
• Act as a technical resource to other work groups on emergency response issues.
• Perform functions related to the work group, such as work group communications, procedure writing and assessing.
• Operate and maintain response equipment.
• Accountable for the health, safety and well being of self and others, in accordance with technical/ operating procedures and standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma.
• NFPA 1001 Fire Fighter I & II Certification (please attach a copy with your application).
• NFPA 1072 Hazardous Materials Operation Level (please attach a copy with your application).
• 3+ years’ experience in Emergency Response is an asset.
• Valid York Physical Fitness Fire Fighter Test OR Ontario Fire Administration Inc. Candidate Testing for all 3 stages (please attach a copy with your application).
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License certification for “D” with “Z” endorsement (please attach a copy with your application).
• Valid certification for Standard First Aid and CPR (please attach a copy with your application).
• Ability to pass OPG Fire Fighter Medical Assessment.
• Self-control, relationship building, self-confidence.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the selection process, please contact AODA@opg.com

What makes a career at OPG different?

With operations across Ontario, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.

As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Join OPG and make history.

Please submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ . OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

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OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.

In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.

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