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Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro is focused on delivering safe, reliable service to power our customers. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes for our customers, the people and businesses of this province. We pride ourselves on being strong and steady, tried and true; while innovating in our approaches to our business. We value our employees, we take care of each other, we recognize excellence, we respect individuality and we work hard to create an inclusive and welcoming workplace. People who work at Hydro feel like they're part of a community and we give back to the communities where we live and work to make them stronger. We're looking for passionate and performance focused people - people who want to make a difference for our customers and who share our values.
Technical Operator - Electrical
Competition: NLH-NR-24-041
Status: Permanent
Location: Muskrat Falls
General Duties:
Operates the D/C Converter and Terminal Station located at Muskrat Falls. Will mentor operations personnel. Conducts operations and troubleshooting duties and works as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Operates and performs regular inspections of all equipment associated with DC Converter station and Terminal Station at Muskrat Falls. Identifies and reports deficiencies, conducts testing and troubleshooting of alarms, prepares, issues and if necessary, executes switching orders. Operates stations and equipment in accordance with system requirements. Issues work permits and work authorizations; maintains station log; performs routine, preventative and emergency maintenance. Performs installation, inspection, commissioning and maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment. Perform or direct all operations to isolate and restore electrical equipment for maintenance.
Responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and promoting the Corporation's Safety and Health Program. Responsible for any environmental aspects of the job and performing work in an environmentally responsible manner. All other duties related to this classification.
Required Qualifications:
High school graduation, successful completion of three (3) year electrical or electronics technology course and (5) years related experience. Previous experience in an HVdc environment is an asset. Shall have a thorough knowledge of all regulations and safety rules. Knowledge of, or familiarity with, use of electrical and electronic measuring instruments, devices, equipment, apparatus and the interpretation of schematics, construction drawings and Canadian Electrical Code. Possess a sound basic knowledge of the theory and operation of transformers, circuit breakers, voltage regulators and other related equipment.
CLOSING DATE: July 9, 2024
Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro manages our province's electricity system. We are a company of people who work hard behind the scenes because we know our customers are counting on us. Through our generation, transmission and distribution operations, we're committed to meeting the needs of our customers and providing residents, businesses and communities across the province with safe, reliable power. For more information, visit www.nlhydro.com.
Our company values diversity and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.
Submit your application online. Please quote the competition number with your application. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
