Posted last month
Powerplant Technician
@ Nasittuq Corporation
Belleville, Ontario
Responsibilities:
- Certified Diesel Mechanic with a focus on Caterpillar co-generator systems.
- 5+ years' experience in the operation and maintenance of diesel engines, generators, and related equipment.
- Ability to perform shop preventative and reoccurring inspections on power plant equipment.
- Experience in conducting maintenance and test-runs on generators, APUs, UPSs, and auxiliary equipment following manufacturers' recommendations.
- Responding to equipment failures, completing repairs, and addressing emergency calls/situations.
- Maintaining the Power Plant Operations Log and other documentation/reports for equipment, associated test-runs, etc.
Requirements summary:
- 5+ years' experience in the operation and maintenance of diesel engines, generators, and related equipment.
- Ability to perform shop preventative and reoccurring inspections on power plant equipment.
- Experience in conducting maintenance and test-runs on generators, APUs, UPSs, and auxiliary equipment following manufacturers' recommendations.
- Eligible for RELIABILITY security clearance and pre-employment medical.
- Possess a valid passport for travel to CFS Alert, NU, including overnight stays in Thule, Greenland.
- Cross-cultural adaptability and a strong team player mindset are essential.
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · adp
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Nasittuq Corporation
Saved company profile
Historical company information from a saved The Jobs API profile (LinkedIn/Crunchbase fields). It is not live-verified; figures may have changed. Missing values remain unknown.
Standing Taller - Seeing Farther
Full company description
Nasittuq Corporation provides in-service support and facility operations and maintenance for the North Warning System. We also have a contract to provide site support and management services for the Ellesmere Island Commercial Support Contract in Alert, Nunavut. Nasittuq's mission is to provide exemplary technical and management services to our Canadian Government customers, while increasing opportunities for Inuit participation as trainees, employees, suppliers and owners. We are proud to hold ISO certifications for Quality (ISO 9001:2015) and Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001:2015). Nasittuq Corporation is a partnership between ATCO Frontec Ltd. and Pan Arctic Inuit Logistics Corporation (PAIL). PAIL is an organization wholly owned by seven shareholder corporations representing Canada’s Inuit community. These organizations Include: Inuvialuit Development Corporation (IDC); Nunasi Corporation; Makivik Corporation; the Nunatsiavut Group of Companies (NGC); Qikiqtaaluk Corporation; Sakku Investments Corporation, and Kitikmeot Corporation. PAIL’s first initiative was to pursue the award of the North Warning System operations and maintenance contract through a Joint Venture with ATCO Frontec.
- LinkedIn followers
- 5,681
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 262
- Reported office locations
- 275 Slater St, 1600, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5H9, CA
- 354B Pinnacle Street, Belleville, Ontario, CA
- PO BOX 5210 STN Forces, CFS Alert, Nunavut, CA
- Business categories
- Consulting
- Facility Management
- Technical Support
- Other recorded names
- Nasittuq Corporation
- Specialties
- Facility Management
- Fuel Management
- Building Operations and Maintenance
- Airfield Services
- Logistics
- Security
- Accommodation Services
- Radar Operations
- and Systems Engineering
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Nasittuq Corporation provides in-service support and facility operations and maintenance for the North Warning System. We also have a contract to provide site support and management services for the Ellesmere Island Commercial Support Contract in Alert, Nunavut. Nasittuq's mission is to provide exemplary technical and management services to our Canadian Government customers, while increasing opportunities for Inuit…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Facilities Services |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Ottawa, Ontario |
| Organization type | Partnership |
| Year founded | 2000 |
| Specialties | Facility ManagementFuel ManagementBuilding Operations and MaintenanceAirfield ServicesLogisticsSecurityAccommodation ServicesRadar Operationsand Systems Engineering |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 12 |
| View page |
Empower Your Career with Nasittuq: Illuminate Your Path as a Power Plant Technician in the Arctic Frontier!
About Nasittuq: At Nasittuq Corporation, we take pride in delivering exemplary support services to the Canadian Forces Station (CFS) Alert, located in the Canadian Arctic. Our highly skilled workforce ensures the seamless operation of critical operations for the Department of National Defense (DND), ranging from facilities maintenance to logistical support.
Where You Will Be Working: CFS Alert, the northernmost permanently inhabited place globally, offers a breathtaking backdrop on the north-eastern tip of Ellesmere Island. Explore beautiful landscapes and a unique fauna thriving year-round in this exceptional environment.
About the Role: Join us as a Powerplant Technician, where you'll be a motivated individual capable of adapting to changing priorities while ensuring safe and efficient operations. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you'll be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of diesel engines, generators, and related equipment.
What You Will Bring:
- Certified Diesel Mechanic with a focus on Caterpillar co-generator systems.
- 5+ years' experience in the operation and maintenance of diesel engines, generators, and related equipment.
- Ability to perform shop preventative and reoccurring inspections on power plant equipment.
- Experience in conducting maintenance and test-runs on generators, APUs, UPSs, and auxiliary equipment following manufacturers' recommendations.
- Responding to equipment failures, completing repairs, and addressing emergency calls/situations.
- Maintaining the Power Plant Operations Log and other documentation/reports for equipment, associated test-runs, etc.
What We Offer
- Fly-In Fly-Out schedule with 8x8 rotations (8 weeks on site, 8 weeks off site)
- $27 a day in Isolation Allowance for every day on site
- 48-hour work weeks with overtime opportunities.
- Benefits package including medical, dental, disability, and life insurance.
- 6% vacation pay on every check, and up to 6% pension benefits matching by employer/
- Private accommodations and complimentary meals provided while on site.
- Access to recreational facilities, promoting a balanced lifestyle.
- Be part of a dynamic unionized labor force that champions your rights and fosters a thriving workplace culture.
Requirements:
- Eligible for RELIABILITY security clearance and pre-employment medical.
- Possess a valid passport for travel to CFS Alert, NU, including overnight stays in Thule, Greenland.
- Cross-cultural adaptability and a strong team player mindset are essential.
We encourage qualified applicants to apply!
Opportunities for Nunavut Inuit Beneficiaries: Nasittuq Corporation is committed to supporting the growth and development of the Nunavut Inuit community. We encourage Nunavut Inuit beneficiaries to apply and explore the exciting opportunities available within our organization.
Development Programs: We offer various programs tailored to support Nunavut Inuit beneficiaries in starting a new career path or advancing their existing careers. These programs include formal apprenticeship initiatives and in-house training and development opportunities.
Inclusivity and Recognition: At Nasittuq, we celebrate and value the diversity of our workforce. We actively encourage Nunavut Inuit applicants to apply, and we recognize the unique perspectives and skills they bring to our team.
Application Process: All applications from Nunavut Inuit beneficiaries will be given careful consideration for current and future vacancies. Resumes will be kept active on file for a full year, ensuring that opportunities are maximized.
Security Clearance Support: Nasittuq Corporation is committed to assisting qualified candidates through the security clearance process. We recognize the importance of building a skilled and diverse workforce, and Nunavut Inuit beneficiaries are integral to that vision.
How to Apply: If you are a Nunavut Inuit beneficiary seeking a fulfilling career as a Diesel Mechanic with Nasittuq, we invite you to submit your resume and cover letter. Please indicate your status as a Nunavut Inuit beneficiary in your application.
Our Commitment: Nasittuq Corporation is dedicated to employment equity and creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage Nunavut Inuit beneficiaries to take advantage of the opportunities available and join us in shaping the future of our organization.
Nasittuq provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with disabilities. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodations.
ᐃᖅᑲᓇᐃᔪᖅᑐᖅᐸᒃᑲ ᐃᓄᑖᖃᑕᐅᓯᒪᔪᑦᒍᑎᒥ ᓯᕗᓪᓕᐅᔾᔭᐅᖃᑦᑕᕐᓂᐊᖅᑐᑦ!
Translation: We invite you to join us and embark on a rewarding career journey!
48 hr weeks, 8 weeks on 8 weeks off
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.