The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production, Lingan Generating Station

Location: Lingan, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Regular, Full-Time - On-Site

Salary: $23.63 per hour, as per the NSPI/IBEW Collective Agreement

Closing Date: October 2, 2025

We are currently looking for a Custodian to join our Power Production team. Reporting to the Utility/Mechanical Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient performance of janitorial duties.

Key elements of this role include:

As a Custodian:

• You will be responsible for the safe and efficient performance of janitorial duties including but not limited to sweeping, stripping & waxing floors, wet mopping, dusting and cleaning hallways, lunchrooms, offices and washrooms in designated areas of the plant.
• You may be temporarily assigned to other locations to assist other areas when required and will be expected to travel throughout the province.
• You must be willing to participate in on-the-job training or training programs that support the development of additional skills.

You will be responsible for personal safety and that of your co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations. You will be accountable for environmental performance as it relates to the environmental management system processes and initiatives.

These skills will make you successful:

To thrive in this role, you recognize yourself in most of the following competencies and skills listed below:

• A Grade XII education or equivalent, or reading and writing skills necessary to perform the duties of the position safely and effectively, is required.
• You must be able to perform heavy labour duties and have proper knowledge of using cleaning solutions and the operation of an all-purpose floor polisher.
• Experience in cleaning methods and some knowledge of general building maintenance is required.
• You must be a self-motivated person capable of working in a team environment.
• The ability to get along well with others and work with minimum supervision is essential.
• It is required that you currently have or are willing to take WHMIS training.
• Custodian experience and environmental awareness and dedication, with understanding and experience with recycling requirements and standards, would be an asset.

We understand that experience comes in many forms, and we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. So, if your experience is close to what we've listed above, please consider applying.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. from the floor to waist height on a minimal basis and 10-36 lbs. from the floor to overhead height occasionally.
• Able to carry items with one or two hands that weigh between 10-50 lbs. on a minimal basis, with the ability to lift 22 lbs. frequently.
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 lbs. with upper body strength on a minimal basis and occasionally push and pull up to 13.5 lbs. using whole body strength.
• Possess light grip strength and perform frequent static reaching from waist level to shoulder and occasionally overhead.
• Perform minimal side neck flexion and twisting.
• Perform bending, stooping, forward flexion, climbing, kneeling, squatting, crouching, neck extension and rotation occasionally with a range of finger dexterity to complete tasks that include fine manipulation.
• Possess the ability to walk frequently and stand both static and dynamic on a constant basis in order to perform tasks during the duration of the shift.

Learn more about our culture and values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help us to safely deliver cleaner, more reliable energy to our customers. If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you. Apply by October 2, 2025 and let us know why this role is right for you.

The perks of joining our team? We offer:

• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive benefits plan, 24/7 access to virtual health care services for you and your family through Dialogue, Employee and Family Assistance Program, parental leave top-up plan and wellness benefits.
• Grow Your Career: Opportunities to advance within and between our affiliate companies, a focus on employee development and available sponsored education programs.
• Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching & volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups, and scholarships for children of employees.
• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive benefits plan and a Defined Contribution Pension Plan.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.