Job Title: System Maintenance Utilityworker I
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Regional Operations
Location: Sydney, NS
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time
Closing Date: May 17, 2023
Reference Number: 11172
At Nova Scotia Power, we're committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive. We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system-for today, and for the future.
As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.
We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia. It's why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.
We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging-at work, and in our communities. Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.
If working in an environment focused on innovation, safety and putting customers and community first inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by May 17, 2023, and tell us what excites you about this role.
We are currently looking for aSystem Maintenance Utilityworker I to join our Regional Operations team in a permanent position.
Accountabilities:
As a member of the System Maintenance East team, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient performance of general utility duties including but not limited to heavy labour, routine maintenance work, cleaning of substation and depot equipment and apparel, preventative maintenance duties, repair maintenance duties, light plumbing repairs, roofing repairs, fence repairs, environmental maintenance and control, vegetative control, ordering of commonly used material and consumables, material handling, etc. You will also be expected to erect, dismantle and inspect lift staging.
You will be responsible for depots in Sydney and Port Hawkesbury, regular travel between these locations is expected. You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
You will be required to take training courses e.g: in-house safety, environmental, vehicle operation and other training courses related to your position. You must be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.
You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives. You will demonstrate your knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and your responsibilities under the Act. You will take a very proactive approach to safety and will demonstrate your commitment to the Risk Assessment Process consistently.
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.
What skills will make you successful?
A Grade XII education or equivalent, with reading and writing skills necessary to safely and effectively perform the duties of the position, is required. You must be able to perform heavy labour duties with demonstrated skills in general cleanliness requirements. Being self-motivated and having the ability to get along well with others and work with minimum supervision is essential. A strong environmental awareness and dedication, with particular understanding and experience with transportation of dangerous goods is an asset. You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver's License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver's abstract satisfactory to NSPI.
You must have certification in staging erection. Demonstrated experience with or certification in carpentry, insulation, mobile crane operation and/or vacuum truck operation is an asset. You must be capable of working in a variety of confined spaces using all appropriate personal protective equipment and other safety devices.
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift a range of 17-66 lbs. from waist to overhead on a minimal to frequent basis
• Able to carry 25-66 lbs. with one or two hands
• Use a range of grip strength from simple to firm grasp with turning motions
• Use upper and whole body strength to push and pull 20-50 lbs.
• Perform static reaching from shoulder to overhead occasionally and frequently at waist and lateral level
• Perform frequent walking, bending, stooping, and forward flexional movements
• Occasionally perform standing, climbing, squatting, twisting while balancing with neck flexion, extension and rotation movements
• Perform sitting, kneeling, and crouching on a minimal basis
• Able to discriminate colours through vision and adjust to warm temperatures and confined spaces

Why join our team?

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Reports to: Supervisor, Substation Operations
Salary: $ 32.35 per hour as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement .
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Emera : At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.
Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.
As part of our commitment to health and safety, we continue to closely monitor and adjust our pandemic response as needed based on public health guidance, current epidemiology, and considerations regarding business continuity. At this time the Emera Vaccine Policy, which outlines the requirement for all Nova Scotia Power employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide corresponding proof, has been suspended. This policy may be reinstated in the future, either in full or in part, at the discretion of the Company, and employees will be required to demonstrate compliance. Any non-compliance could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Finally, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying. If you don't quite see yourself in this role but want to join our team, please set up a Job Alert to learn about future opportunities!