Power Engineer Coop Student Operator (3rd Class)

Introduction

As Ontario’s largest fleet of combined cycle turbine gas plants, Atura Power plays a key role in the province’s electricity system and diverse generation supply. Our facilities are located across the province including Napanee, Halton Hills, Toronto, and Windsor. Be a part of the team that ensures Atura’s flexible energy is readily available during peak demand periods.

Starting June 1, this 3-month co-op is a great opportunity to work alongside our team and get hands-on experience.

At Atura Power, we are guided by our values. We are inclusive, we work safely, we are flexible, we look for ways of doing thing better and we always act with integrity.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Operation Manager, the successful student will work alongside the Operations and Maintenance teams who are ultimately responsible for achieving maximum efficiency, reliability, and safety of the plant operations. This is a unionized position.

To qualify for this position, you must be scheduled to return to school at the end of the work term.

Responsibilities and tasks you may experience during your placement

• Participating in operating and maintaining gas turbines, heat recovery steam generators, a triple pressure steam turbine, and associated ancillary equipment


• Participating in water treatment plant activities, water testing, analysis


• Communicating effectively through our computerized maintenance management system and be familiar with PLC/DCS/HMI interfaces


• Performing  various safety functions including lockout, hazard assessment/job safety analysis


• Participating in routine preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment


• Witness start-up, shutdown, and operation of the plant consistent with Atura Power operating procedures in accordance with O. Reg. 219/01.

Requirements

• 3rd class Ontario Operating Engineering


• Enrolled in school the following term


• Team player attitude


• Driver’s license and access to vehicle – Atura plants are not accessible by transit

Physical Demands

• Lifting / moving up to 50lbs


• Climbing ladders and working at heights and/or in confined spaces

Atura Power strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration, and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity. The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity.  Atura Power seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion. While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons.