POWER PLANT OPERATOR (1ST OR 2ND CLASS POWER ENGINEER)ABOUT THE ROLEWe're looking for a
Power Plant Operator - 1st or 2nd Class Power Engineer to join our team at our
Keephills Thermal Plant in Keephills, Alberta. In this role, you'll play a key part in the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant equipment and systems while providing operational leadership on shift.
This is a
full-time, safety sensitive position based at our
Keephills Thermal Plant, located 70 kilometers west of Edmonton, Alberta. Successful completion of pre-employment testing is a condition of employment.
This is a union position, covered under the terms of the Collective Agreement with the IBEW, Local 254.This is a great opportunity for an experienced Power Engineer who enjoys hands-on operations, solving complex plant issues, supporting safe and reliable generation, and helping develop the next generation of operators.
A DAY IN THE LIFE- Providing leadership and guidance to operating personnel during normal, abnormal, and emergency operating conditions.
- Monitoring and operating boilers, turbines, generators, water treatment systems, balance-of-plant equipment, and auxiliary systems.
- Supporting safe and efficient startup, shutdown, commissioning, outage, and return-to-service activities.
- Troubleshooting operational issues and recommending improvements that support reliability, availability, and plant performance.
- Coordinating daily operating activities with maintenance, engineering, contractors, and leadership teams.
- Reviewing and supporting permits, isolation plans, lockout/tagout requirements, field inspections, and hazard assessments.
- Maintaining accurate operational logs, reports, and shift turnover documentation.
- Mentoring, coaching, and supporting the development of Power Plant Operators and junior team members.
ABOUT YOU- Valid Alberta 1st or 2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate.
- Minimum 8 to 10 years of power generation or large industrial plant operating experience.
- Strong knowledge of thermal power generation systems, plant equipment, and operating procedures.
- Experience with plant safety programs, permit-to-work systems, lockout/tagout practices, regulatory requirements, and permit office.
- Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with computer systems and experience using distributed control systems, DCS, and control room operations in a power generation or large industrial environment.
- Experience in coal, natural gas, combined-cycle generation, repowering projects, outage planning, or shift leadership would be considered an asset.
THE PERKS- Competitive wages
- Company-matching pension plan
- Flexible health benefits for you and your family
- Generous vacation and personal days
- Learning and development programs
- Employee recognition and rewards
- Annual wellness allowance
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