Specialist II, System Protection

Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), parent company of Liberty, is a diversified international generation, transmission, and distribution utility. AQN is committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy and water solutions through our portfolio of utility investments to over one million customer connections, largely in the United States and Canada. At Algonquin, our vision is to be the most trusted utility service provider in North America – a premium regulated utility, known for our customer focus, commitment to sustainability, and strong community partnerships. Our employees are at the heart of that vision. We believe that when people are empowered to learn, grow, and contribute their ideas, we can achieve remarkable results together. We are building a culture that values integrity, inclusivity, and innovation. By joining Algonquin, you’ll be part of a team that is shaping the future of energy and water, while creating long-term value for our customers, communities, employees, and shareholders.

Purpose

Responsible for providing direction, oversight and performing mark outs as requested through the dig safe call system. Engaged in the full range of general construction and maintenance activities on transmission and distribution systems and facilities as applicable ensuring compliance and public safety, including premark work done in advance of Dig Safe review. Perform Leak Survey duties as needed. Performs all related work in accordance with Company, regulatory and safety procedures. Applies advanced knowledge of job area obtained through education, training and work experience. Coach and reviews the work of lower level professionals. Problem solving often includes difficult and complex issues. Managing processes related to System Protection and works independently with limited supervision. Ensures all activies are performed in accordance with Company's policies as well as both State and Federal Codes and Regulations.

$33.81-$50.72 DOE

Accountabilities

- Performs and ensures all markout distribution system facilities as requested to ensure compliance through Dig Safe call system and other leakage survey programs.. Classify detected leaks according to industry standards. Investigate, assess and classify in preparation of repair.

- Support and assist service technicians as it relates to gas odor complaints. Respond to construction sites to verify facilities and infrastructure and to pinpoint leak resources . Respond to construction sites to verify company faciliities.

- Operate pipe locating and gas leak detection equipment. Conduct SILS orders for public building survey to ensure the integrity of existing infrastucture utilizing CGI/FI equipment within areas of public business districts. Conduct Leak suvey utilizing walking and mobil patrol.

- Monitors and provides feedback to the team and to supervisors on job performance, compliance issues with operations and team objectives.

- Completes and maintains accurate records and reports for the Company and regulatory requirements. Performs bridge patrol, monitoring reads from FI equipment, documenting results and perform rechecks. scheduling follow up on rechecks.

- Conduct rechecks of existing leaks. Determine migration and verifying the classification of the leak has not changed. Meet damage prevention requirements including support of M.U.S.T. program. Read and interpret GIS System records that leads to the identication of existing infrastructure. Ensure adherence to Company O&M standards. Respond to internal and other external dig safe tickets. Performs activities to ensure responsiveness to natural gas and other emergencies, incuding 24/7 on call duties.

Education and Experience

- Broader knowledge of theory and principles within a professional discipline or advanced knowledge of specific technical/operational practices

- College or professional program of 3 years or less

- 5-10 years of experiences

Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business and as an employee team.

As the successful candidate

Our Mission

We provide safe, secure, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy and water solutions. Our mission is how we create value as an organization—it is what drives us every day to fulfill our purpose.

Our Vision

We better the lives of our customers and communities. Our vision is what we see as possible. It's where we aspire to be, what we want to achieve and how we'll make an impact. It guides and keeps us on the right path as we work towards fulfilling our purposes.

Our Guiding Principles

- Customer Centric

- Integrity

- Entrepreneurial

- Teamwork

- Owner mindset

- Outcome focused

- Continuous learning

What we offer

Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy

401k Plan with matching

Share purchase/match plan

Leadership Development Program

Volunteer paid days off

Employee Assistance Program

Achievement fund

Free parking

Variety of Health & Wellness programs

Discount and Perks program

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role and are not confident you meet all the qualification requirements, we encourage you to apply to investigate the opportunity further.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents.

Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.