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The OpportunityCompany, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production- Point Aconi Generating StationLocation: Point Aconi, NS- On-siteSalary: $56.84 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective AgreementType of Employment: Regular, Full-timeClosing Date: August 27, 2026We are currently looking for a Leading Power Plant Technician II (Industrial Electrician and Instrumentation Tech.) to join our Power Production team in a permanent position. Reporting to the Controls Supervisor, you will be responsible for directing and performing routine maintenance, trouble shooting, calibration and installation of instrumentation and monitoring equipment and all electrical equipment throughout the generating station at our Point Aconi location. Key elements of this role include:As a Leading Power Plant Technician II:You will be responsible for directing and performing troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, installation, and commissioning on electrical / electronic equipment.You must develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of the purpose and operation of all electrical equipment, including PLC's and solid-state relaying.You will be responsible for performing monthly, semi-annual, annual maintenance checks, and assisting with equipment overhauls and outages.You will be responsible to assist and support the supervisor with leading and directing a highly skilled work team on a daily basis and may be assigned acting duties of the supervisor in his/her absence from time to time.You will be responsible to promote safety, environmental awareness, teamwork, and work efficiency.You will be expected to participate in continuous improvement activities and to support all aspects of the work planning process.You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.Under the direction of the Controls Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the plant operates safely, as prescribed in Nova Scotia Power Inc. Operating Practices and the Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations, and within the environmental stipulations prescribed in the Environmental Operating Permit.You will be responsible for assisting the Controls Supervisor with due-diligence activities, data compilation, and reporting related to the plant's Environmental Management System and environmental performance as it is related to the ISO 14001 processes and initiatives.You will be required to participate in regulatory training and be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.Position will support day shift 7- 3pm with the expected/occasional need for overtime based on operational needs.You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. This position is considered a safety sensitive position. As such, the successful candidate must comply with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Policy which requires a confidential pre-employment alcohol and drug test in accordance with the Emera Alcohol and Drug Procedure. These skills will make you successful:To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:Candidates must either be a full-time employee recognized as a PPTII (Instrument Technician) by Nova Scotia Power or possess a Diploma in Instrumentation Controls Technology or a Certificate as an Instrument Controls Technician from an accredited program. A Red Seal Journeyperson Instrument Controls Technician would be an asset.Candidates must have an Industrial Electrician Red Seal Person Certification.You must have 5 years' experience maintaining electrical equipment and instrumentation equipment as found in a generating station or similar industry.You must have proven problem resolution skills and the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments.You must be profic