Training

You will be trained on the specific competencies required for the Inspection & Maintenance (I&M)Technician role, starting from day one. The qualifications of this role are governed by a national organization and the goal for any I&M Technician is to obtain certifications in the various Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) methods.

These examination methods are Ultrasonic, Eddy Current, Radiography, Liquid Penetrant, Magnetic Particle, Visual and others. Your training in these areas will be immediate and will involve both classroom and on-the-job training to prepare you for the national testing and certification process. You will be working directly with experienced technicians to prepare you for the testing and to ensure you reach your full potential.

Many of the areas in which you will work involve complex equipment, tools and/or specialized methods. The education and learning is a continuous process.

Position Overview

Inspection & Maintenance (I&M) Technicians work 8-, 10- or 12-hour shifts and must be prepared to be on duty any hour of the day.

I&M Technicians have two distinct work periods over the course of the year. Approximately seven months of the year are associated with direct application of their Non-Destructive Examination (NDE) certifications and qualifications in the stations, either as part of daily plant operations or through planned unit maintenance outages. During these periods, the work day focuses on performing either examination or maintenance activities in accordance with prepared procedures and techniques to either identify a material condition that may impact on safe station operation or to remove the condition. I&M Technicians need to be comfortable in communicating results and working with a team of between four and 30 people, depending on the inspection being performed.

The remaining part of the year, I&M Technicians are involved in a number of activities as assigned by their supervisor, some of which are identified below.

Specifically, you will:

• prepare or review NDE procedures or techniques;
• assist NDE System Engineers in the care and control of NDE equipment by performing maintenance, functional testing, and calibration of NDE equipment;
• assist in the development and testing of new specialized inspection and/or maintenance techniques, procedures and tooling;
• conduct Non-Destructive Examinations on various components (i.e., welds, supports, lifting equipment) using Radiography, Ultrasound, Eddy Current, Surface and/or Optical/Visual methods;
• analyze inspection data and assess the results of NDEs, and prepare reports of findings;
• assist in the preparation of detailed inspection reports and visual aids for presentations;
• operate and maintain a radiographic facility or other NDE workshop equipment;
• prepare techniques, work packages, and tooling in preparation for the next inspection outage cycle; and
• prepare and conduct training activities in specific areas to qualify personnel in activities and procedures.

Safety Is A Priority

At OPG, safety is our first priority. Depending on your unit, you may be required to work in confined spaces, at high temperatures or heights, in loud environments, or in radioactive work areas. Protective equipment and clothing are required to be worn at all times. All of the equipment and clothing are designed to ensure your safety by minimizing chances of exposure to hazardous materials that may be present in your unit.

Education Requirements

In order to be considered for the position, you must have:

• a diploma in Materials Testing or Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE), Electronics, Mechanical Technology, Robotics, Metallurgy, Welding or an equivalent technology field.

Future Opportunities

You can really take advantage of training while at OPG. Throughout your career, you will be constantly supported in enhancing your knowledge and skill set. Training, supervisory and management roles are just some of the advancement options open to you. Opportunities to pursue your long-term goals may present themselves anywhere across the province.

Here are just some of the common advancement roles for an Inspection & Maintenance Technician:

• First Line Manager Assistant
• First Line Manager

Note: These are common progression paths within OPG, but there are many other opportunities available.