City : Pickering, ON, CA, L1W 3C7

Category : Contract/Temporary (external), Student

Industry : Public Utilities

Employer : Ontario Power Generation

Status: Student Contract – Winter 2024 

Education Level: College, minimum 1st year completed 

Location(s):  Durham and Clarington, Ontario (On-Site) 

Number of Position(s): Multiple 

Shifts(s): Days and/or rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

Travel: Up to 10% 

Deadline to Apply: October 1, 2023

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow. 

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. 

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job. 

ACCOMMODATIONS 

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. 

If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact AODA@opg.com 

JOB OVERVIEW 

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for dynamic, strategic and results-driven students to join our team in the role of Inspection & Maintenance Technician / Technology Skilled Trade Student.  We have multiple opportunities available across our Durham and Clarington locations.  Please note that our Clarington locations are not accessible by public transit.  There are positions available for both four (4) and eight (8) month work terms and start in January, 2024. 

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, OPG is committed to providing challenging opportunities in a work environment where safety is a fundamental value. Students will gain meaningful hands-on work experience that will complement their academic studies and offer insight into potential career paths. Students will be able to apply their knowledge, broaden their skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to Ontario's success. 

The compensation rate for these positions starts at $25.83 per hour and will commensurate with experience. 

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to assist in a variety of work assignments, which may include: 

• Operation and claibration of equipment

• Performance of non destructive examinations (NDE)

• Mobilization, demobilization and maintenance of NDE Inspection equipment including NDE tool delivery systems

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS 

 All students must: 

• Be currently enrolled as a full-time, post-secondary student in a recognized institution specializing in a program such as:

  • Mechanical Engineering Technician (NDE)

  • Quality Engineering Technican (NDE)

  • Electrical Technican

• Have completed a minimum of 1st year in college by the start of the opportunity. 

• Have a minimum average of 70% cumulative GPA. 

• Be returning to full-time studies in the same program following the completion of the work term OR require the work term or co-op placement to graduate. 

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.  

What Makes a Career at OPG Different? 

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.  At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change:   

Safety – it’s our business 
Integrity – always lead with integrity 
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough  
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes 
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility 

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you: 

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide 

• Long-term career growth and development opportunities 

• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors. 

Our promise to you: 

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority. 

• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day. 

• Opportunities to stretch and develop. 

• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate. 

• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses. 

• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion. 

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.  

APPLICATION PROCESS 

Submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 p.m. E.S.T., October 1, 2023. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

All applications must include the following: 

• Resume and cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript (uploaded as one file under 'Resume') 

• Priority consideration will be given to applicants who attach an unofficial transcript. 

If you’re selected for an interview, you will need to provide a Declaration of Eligibility from your college or university. 

All employees must achieve and maintain a valid security clearance. An offer of employment is conditional upon achieving successful security clearance.  

OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

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