Lead Plant Maintenance Technician

at  ATCO North of 60

ABOUT US:

ATCO Electric Yukon is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at www.ATCO.com.
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ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Lead Plant Maintenance Technician is crucial in planning, scheduling, and directing the work activities of staff and contractors at generation facilities. This role involves developing and executing operational and maintenance job plans, setting work priorities, and providing technical and developmental support to staff. The incumbent will lead a team of maintenance technicians on essential utility infrastructure, ensuring that operations and maintenance align with ATCO Electric’s standards of efficiency, safety, and quality.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Lead the maintenance and operation of power generation systems including diesel, hydro, and battery energy storage equipment and auxiliaries.
• Develop and supervise operational and maintenance job plans for staff and contractors, set work priorities and schedules, and ensure work standards for quality and competence are met.
• Oversee, and occasionally execute preventive and corrective maintenance tasks across multiple remote sites.
• Provide technical expertise and troubleshooting assistance, to enhance the safe and reliable operation of power systems.
• Maintain administrative oversight, including report preparation, material ordering, and updates to the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Foster a safe work environment, leading by example and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
• Act as the Operator-in-Charge, ensuring the reliability and safety of generation sites and monitor on SCADA devices.
• Support budget management for Capital and Operations & Maintenance (O&M) expenditures, including forecasting and variance reporting.
• Lead and direct crew activities, mentor apprentices, and support recruitment and performance management.