Journeyperson Electrician - Renewable Energy

FirstLight is a leading clean power producer, developer, and energy storage company serving North America. With a diversified portfolio that includes over 1.65 GW of operating renewable energy and energy storage technologies and a development pipeline with 4+ GW of solar, battery, hydro, onshore wind and offshore wind projects, FirstLight specializes in hybrid solutions that pair hydroelectric, pumped-hydro storage (including Northfield Mountain, the largest energy storage facility in New England), utility-scale solar, large-scale battery, and wind assets. The company’s mission is to accelerate the decarbonization of the electric grid by supporting the development, operation, and integration of renewable energy and storage to meet the world’s growing clean energy needs and deliver an electric system that is clean, reliable, affordable, and equitable. Based in Burlington, MA, with operating offices in Northfield, MA, New Milford, CT, Oshawa, ON and Montréal, QC, FirstLight is a steward of more than 14,000 acres and hundreds of miles of shoreline along some of the most beautiful rivers and lakes in North America.

FirstLight is wholly owned by PSP Investments, one of Canada’s largest pension investment managers. We have over 200 employees in Canada and the US with operations based in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, Pennsylvania, Ontario and Quebec. In Canada, FirstLight operates through its subsidiaries H2O Power and the recently acquired Hydromega, which is headquartered in Montreal.

We proudly serve our host communities and beyond through our clean energy assets, the recreation spaces we steward, the jobs we produce, and the economic benefit we deliver through our operations and charitable actions.

We are a team of caring, passionate professionals who are driven to deliver positive climate impact and to have fun while doing it! We value diversity, equity and inclusion and encourage people with diverse perspectives, skills and experiences to apply.

Position Detail

We currently have an opening for an experienced Journeyperson Electrician for this role based in Dokis First Nation, ON.

Reporting to the Senior Operating Manager, the Journeyperson Electrician will be responsible for all aspects of electrical, control, hydraulic and minor mechanical work related to power generation to keep all HydroMega/FirstLight sites running safely and effectively. Our ideal candidate possesses the experience, passion and energy to be a driving force in FirstLight’s continued evolution to accelerate the decarbonization of the electric grid to meet the clean energy needs of tomorrow.

Pay rate: $43.00-49.00/hour

Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Provide exceptional service by way of technical support in electrical, control, hydraulic and mechanical work
• Maintain all associated control, auxiliary, distribution, transformation and transmission systems
• Respond to power system and other emergencies in accordance with documented safety procedures
• Lead assigned projects and provide subject matter expertise as required
• Coordinate with external vendors from a project management and technical aspect
• Collaborate with Operations team to improve design and build standards; ensure standards are adhered to
• Respond to requests and work orders while paying careful attention to requirements and timelines
• Monitor and maintain systems performance and troubleshoot outages
• Provide feedback regarding areas of improvement and for efficiency
• Escalate incidents as necessary while providing communication to management
• Support the configuration, installation and testing of current and/or new systems
• Use industry standard monitoring and analysis tools as required
• Assist in the creation, support, and maintenance of operational and safety documentation
• Adhere to all safety procedures and utility practices
• Work with 3rd party support provider(s)
• Complies with all Corporate policies and IT procedures
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Qualifications / Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid Ontario 309A - Construction and Maintenance Electrician certification or equivalent certification is required
• 5+ years’ industrial experience as a Journeyperson in an electrical trade
• In addition to electrical systems, must be willing to work on mechanical systems and other equipment once provided with the required safety training
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be a strong self-starter who is able to work with minimal/no assistance
• Valid class G driver’s license with a clean driver's abstract report
• Hydro generation experience desired
• Computerized control systems experience is a plus
• Hydraulics knowledge/experience is preferred
• Knowledge, understanding & experience with confined space entry
• Strong understanding of safety principles
• Must respond to emergencies within 30-90 minutes after being dispatched to site; Overtime work will be required, must be available to respond to call-in's outside of normal working hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must keep up to date with all mandatory training certifications
• Exceptional verbal/written communication skills
• Intermediate MS Suite experience
• Strong independent worker who also excels in a team environment
• Self-motivated with a willingness to learn, progress/improve processes and functions
• Understanding of urgency and caution when operating in a power systems environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Extremely high attention to detail, well organized and strong documentation skills

Physical Requirements

• Must work outdoors in various weather conditions and temperatures
• Must travel and work at other company sites including overnight trips as required
• Must stand for extended periods of time, be able to lift safely within your physical capability, climb stairs frequently, including over considerable distances on a regular basis

Why Work for FirstLight?

We consider our employees to be our most valuable resource and we strive to provide a challenging, collegial, and rewarding workplace. FirstLight embraces a company-wide commitment to recruit, develop, and retain a dedicated, diverse, and engaged workforce that is motivated to be ever better both professionally and personally.

Joining the FirstLight Team is an opportunity to experience a unique and exciting culture. We offer a competitive benefits package.

FirstLight is an Equal Opportunity Employer; promoting accessibility and inclusivity at work and offering accommodation for applicants as required and requested.

FirstLight’s values are: Respect – Integrity – Safety – Excellence – Innovation - Team