industrial instrument technician
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Instrument Technician (Power Plant Technician I - Shift) - Labour Pool
Posted on June 26, 2026 by Employer details Nova Scotia Power Inc.
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The OpportunityCompany, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production - On siteLocation: Trenton, NS - Trenton Generating StationSalary: $49.73 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective AgreementType of Employment: Labour PoolClosing Date: July 10, 2026We are currently looking for an Instrument Technician (Power Plant Technician I - Shift) - Labour Pool to join our Power Production team in a flexible term labour pool position. Under our Power Plant Technician, I Job Classification as per Article 6.12 of the Collective Agreement a PPT I is an employee who holds an electrical technician, instrument technician or chemical technician ticket that is recognized through the NSPI/IBEW Apprenticeship Manual. Reporting to the Controls Supervisor, you will be responsible for routine maintenance, trouble shooting, calibration and installation of instrumentation and monitoring equipment throughout the generating station. Key elements of this role include:As an Instrument Technician (Power Plant Technician I - Shift) - Labor Pool:Under the direction of the Controls Supervisor, you will be responsible for ensuring the plant operates safely, as prescribed in NSPI Operating Practices and the Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations, and within the environmental stipulations prescribed in the Environmental Operating Permit. Stack climbing and repair work on equipment throughout the generating station and participation in specialized environmental testing routines will also be required.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 participate in regulatory training and 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 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 have a Diploma in Instrumentation Controls Technology or a Certificate as an Instrument Controls Technician from an accredited program.A certificate as a Red Seal Journeyperson Instrument Controls Technician would be an asset. A minimum of two years' experience maintaining instrumentation equipment as found in a generating station or similar industry is required.You must have proven problem resolution skills and the flexibility and ability to adapt to rescheduled assignments. You must be proficient with troubleshooting electrical/electronic equipment and software use and programming in an industrial setting. You must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, a strong computer aptitude and the ability to deal with multiple tasks and demands.Applicants will be required to demonstrate acceptable color vision for operation of control monitoring equipment.If no qualified applicants apply, there may be consideration for applicants in an apprenticeship program. Work Conditions and Physical CapabilitiesMust be able to lift 60 lbs. from the floor to waist level on a minimal basis.Must be able to carry 60 lbs. with both hands on a minimal basis, with the overall ability to carry between 12-16 lbs. on an occasional basis.Must be able to push and pull between 50-100 lbs. with whole and upper body strength on an occasional basis.Must be able to work from heights using fall protection. Stack work up to 250' is routine.Perform static reaching at waist level on a frequent basis, below waist level on an occasional basis and from shoulder to overhead level on a m- Location Trenton, NS
- Work location On site
- Salary$31.00 to $65.78HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #1528299
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