Technician II, Construction & Maintenance (Gas Utility)

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.PurposeResponsible for performing the full range of construction and maintenance activities on transmission systems and facilities. Perform such work as required by the company, regulator, safety procedures.AccountabilitiesAll C&M Technician I responsibilities

Leak investigation and repair

May perform duties of crew lead, if needed

Construction order complete

Proficient at operating excavating equipment

Perform critical valve inspection

Perform stand-by, work shifts, holidays, weekends, emergency call out

Support other departments when needed

Service and construction helper

Must become familiar with the safety manual and work according to its intent while creating and maintaining a safe working environment

Responsible for the safe operation inspection of assigned company vehicles and equipment

Demonstrate support for and adhere to the company's values, strategies, policies, and procedures and exhibits the core values of Liberty's mission statement, customer service, safety, and the company's code of conduct as an individual contributor and team memberPerforms other job-related duties as required

Education and ExperienceHigh school Diploma or GED

Proficiency in basic computer knowledge

Demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills

Relevant gas experience

Must have and maintain minimum Operator (OQs) and classroom training for the position

Must have and maintain a Competent Person Certificate

Requires active Class A CDL

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:Must be physically able to stoop, bend, crawl, walk, climb ladders, and do heavy lifting as needed. Able to lift and carry materials up to 50lbs. Ability to occasionally ascend and descend stairs and ladders is required. Must also have keen senses of smell, hearing, vision, and color identification. Ability to work in all terrain and weather conditions as needed required.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 MissionWe 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 VisionWe 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 CentricIntegrityEntrepreneurialTeamworkOwner mindsetOutcome focusedContinuous learning

What we offerCollaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy401k Plan with matchingShare purchase/match planLeadership Development ProgramVolunteer paid days offEmployee Assistance ProgramAchievement fundFree parkingVariety of Health & Wellness programsDiscount 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.