Details:
Maintain, operate, and repair hydroelectric power generating stations to maximize electricity generation to fullest extent possible.
REPORTING
The Hydroelectric Plant Operator reports directly to the General Manager – Ontario & West Coast.
The Hydroelectric Plant Operator has no direct reports.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Operate controls and monitor hydroelectric generating units and auxiliary equipment, such as the head gate, power houses, substations, switch station, and gas/diesel support equipment.
Test, troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions or failure of electrical, instrumentation, communication (internet/Modbus etc.) or mechanical issues for equipment under operation.
Perform preventative maintenance to electrical and mechanical equipment such as motors, transformers, voltage regulators, generators, battery systems, air compressors, sump pumps, gates and valves to correct malfunctions.
Test and perform minor repairs on equipment.
Maintain electrical drawings, equipment files, sketches, reports, logs and records.
Take daily readings and record data such as water level, temperature level and flow rate.
Assist with penstock, transmission line and other site inspections.
Perform and oversee vegetation management of the site.
Maintain and repair physical surroundings, including the mobile trailer and vehicles.
Qualifications & Experience:
See attached document for further information.