Junior Plant Operator
Posted on Jan. 27, 2025 by Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group
- White River, Canada
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Junior Plant Operator
Connor, Clark & Lunn Infrastructure (“CC&L Infrastructure”)
White River, ON
About CC&L Infrastructure
CC&L Infrastructure, an affiliate of CC&L Financial Group, is an experienced owner and active manager of infrastructure assets based in Toronto, Ontario. With more than 15 years of experience, we are dedicated to providing institutional and high-net-worth investors with direct access to portfolios of private infrastructure investments. Through the execution of disciplined investment strategies and an active management approach, we target infrastructure projects with highly attractive risk-return characteristics, long lives, and the potential to generate stable cash flows. Our diversified portfolio represents over $6 billion in assets under management and 90+ projects across Canada, the United States, Bermuda and Chile. These investments include roads, rail, hospitals, airports, solar, hydro and wind generation facilities. We have a demonstrated track record of success and a plan for significant growth in the energy transition, transportation, and digital infrastructure sectors.
The Role
We are seeking a Junior Plant Operator to join our Operations Team at the White River Hydro Facility near White River, ON. This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work closely with a group of highly skilled and multidisciplinary operators while contributing to the delivery of green energy to the provincial transmission grid. Reporting to the Lead Operator, you will regularly attend site and work towards optimal plant generation. If you have a can-do attitude, take pride and ownership in your work, and appreciate beautiful and diverse Canadian geographies, this role is for you. We are committed to our shared goals of community, growth and recognition, and building the foundation for your future.
What You Will Do
- Operation of the plant in an optimal manner, starting and stopping of the turbines as necessary, maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Respond in a timely and safe manner to any incidents that may occur at the facility, reporting to the Lead Operator as needed and resolve or troubleshoot the issue.
- Routine and non-routine tasks, including unplanned outages and/or maintenance.
- Provide regular and timely basic maintenance to the various equipment of the facility, as described in the relevant manuals, and according to any extra instruction. Regular maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting and repairs may be related to the following:
- Mechanical systems, such as hydraulic power units, pneumatic compressors, back-up generators, and bearings.
- Electrical systems, such as control panels, plant computers, UPS, and network equipment.
- Vehicles and equipment used for transportation to and on the site.
- Other equipment, such as tools, safety equipment, etc.
- Maintain operational records, including operations reports, procedures, safety plans, training trackers, and maintenance logs and distribute records as required.
- Maintain plant grounds and roadways, including snow removal, vegetation control, grading, culvert maintenance, etc.
- Operate heavy equipment (backhoe, etc.) and other construction equipment to perform repairs, maintenance and/or cleaning of debris.
- Monitor dam infrastructure, spillways, and powerhouse systems to ensure proper functionality and safe operation.
- Operate distribution class substation and transmission lines.
- Keep the facility safe, clean, and presentable at all times.
- Supervise, provide for, and assist contractors hired to do work at the facility.
- Assist with procurement, pickup and delivery of facility components.
- Conduct oneself in a manner that maintains the Owner’s good standing with the public, government authorities, First Nations, and all other stakeholders.
- Liaise with IESO, MNRF, and other agencies regarding operational issues.
What You Bring
- Experience: You have a minimum of 1-5 years’ work experience with demonstrated relevant or transferable experience. Previous experience in a hydro setting is an asset.
- Education: You have an education and background in engineering, skilled trades and/or a related field. Electrical education/experience is considered a strong asset.
- Key Skills: You are able to interpret electrical, mechanical, and civil schematics, and possess strong analytic and troubleshooting skills for industrial type applications. You are comfortable with technology and computers with proficiency in Microsoft Office based programs (e.g. Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, etc.). You are a reliable self-starter with a willingness to learn and work as a contributing team member.
- Time Management: You are able to prioritize tasks and work with minimal supervision. You have flexibility for extended on-site stays during severe weather, periods of high debris removal, and flooding conditions and availability for on-call responses and/or emergencies 24/7/365.
- Health & Safety: You are knowledgeable about and have a strong awareness of health, safety, and environmental programs and protocols. You are comfortable in remote wilderness settings and possess or are willing to acquire and keep current all required safety training. You are comfortable with and able to operate construction equipment and other motorized vehicles.
- Other Requirements: You must be able to live and work near White River, ON and possess a valid Ontario G-driver’s license, with a clean abstract. You must possess the physical capability to effectively fulfill the tasks and responsibilities of the position.
About CC&L Financial Group
At Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd., we understand the value of opportunity – for our clients and our team. Independent and employee-owned, we partner with investment professionals to grow successful asset management businesses, giving them the space to innovate and truly make an impact.
With more than 40 years of history and offices across Canada and in the US, the UK and India, CC&L Financial Group and our multi-boutique family of affiliate firms collectively manage over $139 billion in assets, providing a diverse range of traditional and alternative investment products and solutions to institutional, high-net-worth and retail clients.
For more information, please visit:
- Connor, Clark & Lunn Infrastructure
- Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group
To Apply
CC&L is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.
To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume as one PDF.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, but only those candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted.
The salary range for this position is $55,000 – $70,000 CAD annualized. The salary range provided reflects the base salary range for this position. Further questions may be directed to the HR team during the interview process.
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Feb. 26, 2025
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