O&M Tech – Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls

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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 to power a lower-carbon future. We're 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. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!

Your Opportunity

One Permanent Full Time Position.   

Do you have a strong electrical aptitude?  If you are looking for an exciting place to work, this may be the job for YOU!

We are a fast-growing organization which is focused on sustainable growth, committed to a low carbon future and believes in innovation. We are seeking an innovative and motivated individual to join our Harquahala team.

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the O&M Tech – Electrical, Instrumentation and Controls performs and/or coordinates the preventative and corrective maintenance activities related to the electrical systems, instrumentation and control components, and Continuous Emissions Monitoring System throughout the facility.

You will contribute to our team by:

• Performing 500kV, 6.9KV, and 480V electrical systems maintenance (consistent with NEC electrical safety practices) and/or supervising outside contractors in the performance of such work including the development of work scope and bid analysis.
• Diagnosing and repairing electrical systems and equipment such as transformers, relays, switches, control, generator monitoring and control systems, medium and high voltage distribution systems and monitoring devices.
• Diagnosing and repairing the cause of instrument and control system malfunctions including transmitters, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), Distributed Control Systems, instrument loops, flow meters, pressure probes, temperature probes, level probes.
• Conducting comprehensive analysis into electrical/instrumentation component and system issues and resolving practically and effectively.
• Possessing knowledge and competency of all applicable Electrical/Instrumentation codes and best practices.
• Providing technical input into the improvement and optimization of plant electrical/instrumentation systems and processes.
• Accurately assessing the risk of equipment deficiencies and pursuing proactive measures for maintaining plant reliability.
• Fully supporting the use of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo) by philosophy. Performing CMMS data entry and work order close-out in a thorough and timely fashion.
• Performing capital project and/or major program responsibilities as assigned by the Maintenance Manager.
• Being responsible for maintaining detailed records of instrumentation repairs and calibrations.
• Actively participating and contributing to safety programs and initiatives.
• Coordinating the updates of drawings and prints as required.
• Creating and maintaining effective relationships amongst team and other groups in the plant.
• Collaborating with Corporate and other external stakeholders for efficient resolution to complex issues. 
• Maintaining Operations fully informed of unusual conditions and current job progress as the job relates to facility operations.

What you will bring to the role:    

Education:

• Completed High School Diploma required.
• Instrumentation and Electrical School preferred.
• Associate or higher degree in Industrial Electronics, Electronic Instrumentation, or equivalent engineering studies is preferred.

Experience and Skills:

• 5+ years in an industrial/power industry setting as an Electrical/Instrumentation Controls Technician.
• Experience with high, medium and low voltage switchgear and transformers is preferred.
• Experience with Siemens T3K DCS preferred.
• Experience with Maximo CMMS or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with Siemens T3K turbine control system is preferred.
• Experience with CISCO/VIMS CEMS and DAHS systems preferred.
• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of medium and High voltage electrical equipment including hardware drawings and protection devices.
• Able to demonstrate a working knowledge of electrical preventive maintenance procedures.
• Able to demonstrate journeyman level knowledge in E/I field.
• Ability to read, understand, and comply with all regulatory and facility safety procedures.
• Ability to read and understand P&IDs, Electrical one-line & three line diagrams.
• Able to meet plant site qualification standards.
• Basic computer skills.
• Understanding of 40CFR Part 75 and Part 60 environmental regulations desired.
• Ability to operate a forklift and aerial lift is desired.

Working Conditions:

• Heavy industrial facility designated as a safety sensitive location.
• Physical mobility, including lifting and climbing, and ability to use PPE required.

Additional Details:

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

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

In order to be considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in United States of America.

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 $1000 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 www.capitalpower.com/careers. 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 
careers@capitalpower.com.

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.