Located in beautiful Fort St. James, BC where outdoor recreation (such as water sports, fishing, biking, hiking, hunting, skiing and more) is in abundance and where home prices are affordable, BioNorth Energy is looking for you to join the family. 

BioNorth Energy, formerly the Veolia Fort St. James Green Energy Project, is a joint-venture partnership between the Arrow Group of Companies (Arrow), the Nak’azdli Development Corporation (NDC), the economic development arm of the Nak’azdli First Nation (Nak’azdli), and low-carbon infrastructure developer, Nexus PMG (Nexus). 

The Energy Plant is a 40-megawatt biomass power generation facility which began commercial operation in late 2017, under a 30-year electricity purchase agreement (EPA) with BC Hydro.   

Making use of forest biomass, such as biologs, wood waste and hog fuel to make electricity is a way for the Province to meet the energy objectives of its CleanBC plan and shift BC to a lower carbon economy. By combining the knowledge and complimentary skillsets of Arrow, the NDC and Nak’azdli, and Nexus PMG, we are ideally positioned to turn the plant into a successful energy producing facility.  

For more information please visit: BioNorth Energy

• Competitive Compensation: $59.46/hr; $123,600 -  $125,000+ annually
• Full extended medical benefits for you and your dependents/family
• Pension matching program (up to 4.5%)
• Schedule: 4, 10 hour day shifts (flexibility required on which days worked betweeen Monday - Friday), plus overtime as required
• Relocation assistance provided, this position is located in Fort St James, BC and the successful candidate will need to relocate
• We promote from within!  A career with a growing company.
• The ability to make your mark and affect change

As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the Electrical & Instrumentation Lead Technician is responsible for the daily E&I functions at the BioNorth Power Plant. The person in this role will coordinate and assign to E&I Technician, WO’s which can include contacting and working with external suppliers as well as to provide the full range of troubleshooting and procurement related repair services. This can include source selection and pricing. In addition to these tasks they will be asked to review Work Orders with the Operations Manager weekly to prioritize and plan work for the following week.

Major Responsibilities 

• Manage routine inspections and scheduled maintenance on electrical & instrument systems and equipment to identify and address potential issues before they lead to equipment failures.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs and follow and challenge manufacturer recommendations to extend the lifecycle of electrical & instrument equipment.
• Lead efforts to diagnose electrical & instrument problems to determine the root causes of malfunctions.
• Manage Repair or replacing defective components to restore equipment functionality.
• Be available as next point of contact for E&I response work after hours if technicians cannot be reached.
• Coordinate with vendor purchasing & maintenance lead to procure replacement parts and components as needed for timely repairs.
• Scoping and planning MOC work and provide material/labor quotes.
• Shut Down planning for the E&I area in coordination with the Maintenance Manager.

Team Collaboration

• Work with Operations and Maintenance personnel to prioritize maintenance activities and coordinate downtime for repairs.
• Provide technical support and assistance to other maintenance team members during troubleshooting and repair tasks.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and initiatives aimed at optimizing maintenance processes and improving overall equipment effectiveness.
• Participate in Weekly meetings with Operations and maintenance department to discuss corrective maintenance items & upcoming schedule changes or outage items.
• Collaborate to come up with solutions to any high-level items.
• Provide support to the E&I Technicians both technically and planning wise to ensure Work orders are completed in a timely manner.
• Response work will be prioritized and assigned to the E&I Techs as deemed necessary after discussion with the Operations Manager.
• Assign work and ensure progress for supply and timely availability of materials and service. Follow up with vendors regarding order status if Technicians are not available or need help.
• Confirm all incoming E&I related shipments to be accurate by comparing the invoice to the order and ensure all inventory is in excellent condition
• Obtain PO/Invoice approvals as per workflow systems
• Have the flexibility to support off-hour emergency’s when necessary.
• Carry out other duties if required by business demands. Eg. Help with timesheets, lead small projects, etc.
• Be available to attend training courses and refresher classes as deemed necessary for business needs.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities using Computerized Maintenance Management system (CMMS, Fiix), including work orders, inspection reports, equipment histories, and inventory levels.
• Generate detailed maintenance reports and recommendations for improvements to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Provide training and guidance to junior technicians or apprentices, sharing knowledge and best practices to support their professional development.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and colleagues regarding maintenance schedules, equipment status, and resource requirements.
• Stay updated on advancements in electrical code and industry standards, continuously enhancing skills and knowledge through training and self-study.
  Safety Compliance
• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to prevent electrical hazards, fires, and accidents in the workplace.
• Conduct hazard assessments and participate in safety audits to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness among coworkers and actively contribute to safety meetings and training sessions.

Safety Compliance

• Adhere to safety protocols and procedures to prevent electrical hazards, fires, and accidents in the workplace.
• Conduct hazard assessments and participate in safety audits to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness among coworkers and actively contribute to safety meetings and training sessions.

• Preference will be given to those with a individuals with both an Electrical and Instrumentation Ticket and relevant industry experience.
• Strong safety mindset
• Strong organizational skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Quality oriented
• Ethics and integrity
• Responsible, accountable and dependable
• Demonstrates strong communication skills both verbally and written
• Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
• Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
• Computer proficiency – Microsoft Excel, Google, Share Point. Ability to learn new software applications.
• Provide internal and external Customer Service excellence.
• Self-starter
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work outdoors and in the elements as required
• Ability to work overtime as required