WHO WE ARE

“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth. For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element to effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

TransAlta is currently recruiting for a Plant Operator to support our Ada Generation facility. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Plant Operator will be responsible for supporting various operator functions on a 12-hour shift schedule. 

This role is based out of our Ada, Michigan site and is a full-time salaried, safety-sensitive position. The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment testing.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

As a Plant Operator, you are responsible to perform the following, including but not limited to: 

• Learn and maintain a thorough understanding of plant equipment, systems and processes. Remain apprised of changes to plant systems.
• Maintain detailed hand-written and electronic shift logs.
• Monitor, assess and control plant operation to ensure compliance with established procedures, technical references, OSHA and MIOSHA requirements, environmental permitting and industry best practices.
• Recognize and appropriately respond to alarms, changing plant conditions and system upsets.
• Anticipate plant responses to operator inputs and to changes in utility and steam host demands.
• Test water chemistry, analyze results and batch daily chemical additions to maintain normal ranges.
• Perform routine minor maintenance checks / inspections on plant equipment, sign off work orders in SAP and initiate work requests in SAP to document equipment issues.
• Proficiently start up and shut down the plant and its systems, including handling plant upsets and unexpected trips.
• Clearly communicate, verbally and in writing, with coworkers, contractors and managers.
• Work with staff and contractors to develop and implement safety-related permitting including Lockout/Tagouts, confined space permits, hot work permits etc. to protect the health and safety of personnel during maintenance activities.
• Coordinate and oversee contractor activities to protect the health and safety of workers.
• Complete assigned health and safety training in a timely manner.
• Participate in periodic procedure review and update initiatives.
• Contribute to improving plant training materials and staff learning.
• Maintain preparedness for emergency response situations such as fire, health & safety and environmental incidents.
• Participate in the incident management system and near-miss program, reporting incidents in the Synergy database.
• Complete assignments as directed by the Plant Manager.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following must-have qualifications and experience

• Minimum of 3 years operating experience in a power generation or steam generation facility. Relevant experience in electrical or mechanical fields will be considered. Gas turbine experience preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to work in various weather conditions and irregular hours, as required
• As this is a safety-sensitive position, successful completion of required pre-employment testing is a condition of employment

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of pre-employment testing is a condition of employment

WHAT WE OFFER 

TransAlta is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where you can be your true and authentic self. We offer our employees comprehensive and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, annual incentives, and a rewards program that includes employee recognition. Here are some highlights of our total rewards package:  

• Hourly base rate starting at USD $33 to $36 dollars per hour. The final agreed-upon base salary is based on the successful candidate(s) qualifications and experience.  
• Annual incentive program  
• 401(k) plan with 5% fixed employer contributions, up to 3% company matching, and additional employee contribution 
• Benefits program for you and your family which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance  

• Eligible for Paid Time Off  (PTO)

** Please note that our total rewards program is subject to change based on state or federal eligibility and legislation and as per the final terms and conditions of the offer of employment.  

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application. All applications will be reviewed in a timely manner to the best of our abilities. We appreciate your patience and understanding during the recruitment process.