Job Title: Wiring Inspector
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Meter, Inspection and Planning Services

Location: Kingston, NS
Type of Employment: Regular, Full Time

Salary: $44.20 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement

Closing Date: September 16, 2023
Reference Number: 11740

At Nova Scotia Power, we’re committed to providing safe, reliable electricity so that our customers and communities can thrive. We work across the province, from Yarmouth to Wreck Cove, to prevent power outages and to strengthen our electrical system—for today, and for the future.

As a subsidiary of Emera Inc, we provide 95% of the generation, transmission and distribution of electrical power to approximately 540,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers. Our company is focused on new technologies to enhance customer service and reliability, reduce emissions, and add renewable energy.

We are proud to live and work in Nova Scotia. It’s why we work to understand how we can give back meaningfully, support local organizations and work collaboratively to enhance the communities we call home.

We believe that every unique perspective should be valued and that everyone should have a sense of safety and belonging—at work, and in our communities. Leveraging the thoughts of a diverse workforce helps us to be innovative and provide the best service to our customers.

If working in an environment focused on innovation, safety and putting customers and community first inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by September 16, 2023, and tell us what excites you about this role.

We are currently looking for a Wiring Inspector to join our Kingston Meter, Inspection and Planning Services team in a permanent position. This role reports into the Field Supervisor.

Accountabilities:

You will be required to learn to install, commission and maintain all polyphase and single-phase meters with or without instrument transformers for metering installations, including all associated documentation and perform meter installation work as required. You will be required to multi-task between wiring inspections and complex meter work and will work as a team player in the diverse environment of regional operations being pro-active in assistance with operational activities as 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 must locate your principal residence within 30 minutes of headquarters and be available to assist with after hour emergency service restoration.

You will be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the Environmental Management System processes and initiatives.

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.

Skills, Capabilities and Experience:

A Grade XII education or equivalent and a valid certificate of qualification in the Electrical Construction Trade are required. You must be approved by the Nova Scotia Provincial Fire Marshal and NSPI’s Chief Electrical Inspector; and in addition, must comply with NSP standard qualifications for the Wiring Inspector position. You must be eligible for membership in the International Association of Electrical Inspectors and have a minimum of five years’ experience as a Journeyperson Electrician in the domestic and commercial electrical construction field with foreman/lead hand experience, and to be well versed with the current edition of the Canadian Electrical Code and NSP utility standards.

You shall possess strong computer skills with knowledge of computer applications including, but not limited to, Microsoft SharePoint (Team Web Site), Microsoft Outlook (email), Microsoft Word (letters), and Microsoft Excel (Templates / Spreadsheets). Knowledge of Maximo and G4 Scheduling and Dispatch applications would be an asset. The incumbent must be eligible for certification as a Certified Electrical Inspector by the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI).

You will be able to work with minimum supervision, deal effectively with contractors, customers and the general public, demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and be able to work in a safe and efficient manner. You must hold a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License with a minimum of 2 years driving experience and provide a driver’s abstract satisfactory to NSPI.

Conditions and Physical Capabilities:

• Must be able to lift 28 lbs. from the floor to waist on a minimal basis.
• Able to carry 20 lbs. with both hands occasionally, with the overall ability to carry 28 lbs. occasionally.
• Perform static reaching from waist level to overhead level on an occasional basis.
• Perform frequent standing and walking with neck extension movements.
• Perform occasional sitting with neck flexion and rotation movements.
• Perform minimal squatting, kneeling, crouching, climbing, bending, stooping, and forward flexional movements.
• Ability to perform fine finger manipulation and possess a simple to firm grasp while performing turning and pinching motions.

Why join our team?

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, Employee and Family Assistance Program, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Emera : At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.

Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.

As part of our commitment to health and safety, we continue to closely monitor and adjust our pandemic response as needed based on public health guidance, current epidemiology, and considerations regarding business continuity. At this time the Emera Vaccine Policy, which outlines the requirement for all Nova Scotia Power employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and provide corresponding proof, has been suspended. This policy may be reinstated in the future, either in full or in part, at the discretion of the Company, and employees will be required to demonstrate compliance. Any non-compliance could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.

Finally, we understand that experience comes in many forms. We’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team - so if your experience is close to what we’ve listed above, please consider applying. If you don’t quite see yourself in this role but want to join our team, please set up a Job Alert to learn about future opportunities!