Work With Us!
You will get opportunities with us you wouldn’t dream of with a southern utility.
We are committed to helping exceptional people realize their potential as we reward them with opportunity and challenge. We value teamwork, customer service, accountability, and integrity.
At NTPC, we offer a wide range of employment opportunities; from power line personnel to plant operator and from administrative staff to engineer. If working in a small, full-service utility where you have the opportunity to take on a wide variety of challenges sounds appealing, we have the right job for you.
There are opportunities for advancement, and of course, a comprehensive compensation package.
Working in the North isn’t for everyone, but many people who start their careers here decide to stay. It’s a work environment and lifestyle comparable to none. Outdoor and indoor activities are numerous, including fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, organized sports, volunteer work, camping, travel, photography, etc.
Click on the profiles to the right and find out what our employees have to say about working with NTPC.
Our Communities
NTPC has five offices throughout the NWT, which are based in the larger communities of Inuvik, Yellowknife, Fort Simpson, Hay River, and Fort Smith. If you're from outside the NWT, it's likely that the job you're interested in is located in one of these communities.
Learn more about these communities by clicking on the links below:
Inuvik
Fort Simpson
Hay River
Yellowknife
Fort Smith
Relocation Assistance
Unemployment in the NWT is at an all time low. One of the ways we attract employees is to pay for the majority of relocation expenses you would encounter with moving North or from one NWT community to the next.
Accommodation and Location Allowances
We understand that the cost of living may be a concern. But we’ve done the math and with northern tax allowances it’s lower than you might think. In addition, our generous accommodation and location allowances further reduce the cost of living.
Employee Benefits
All our employees are entitled to an attractive benefits program including dental and extended medical coverage, as well as life and disability insurance. Our vacation leave program starts off at three weeks and increases to four weeks after two years.
Pension Plan
We offer a "defined benefit" pension plan related to your earnings and service – the greater your earnings and the longer your service, the greater your pension. Employees participate in the Federal Superannuation Pension Plan.
Professional Development
NTPC fosters a learning environment that encourages and enables individuals to maximize their potential. We encourage and pay for courses, professional development and attendance at national and regional conferences and offer an education leave program.
Employee Recognition
NTPC has many long-term employees. In fact, the average length of service is over 9 years. We like to recognize our employees in a variety of ways including, length of service awards, staff BBQ’s, and golf events. There are also active social committees that organize and sponsor a variety of events that bring staff together including Christmas parties and fishing derbys.
Find out More
- Meet our board of directors and senior management team.
- Find out how we’re reducing our greenhouse gas emissions.
- Check out our financial and operating performance in our Annual Reports.
- Learn about our vision and long-term goals.
Darin Harris
3 months – Capital and Bank Reconciliation Accountant, Financial Reporting, Hay River
“I’m originally from Ontario. Before moving to Hay River, the furthest Northwest I’d ever been was a 3 day trip to Winnipeg. Needless to say, I was a little nervous about moving at first, but I’ve quickly come to love it here. The work is challenging and unique, and there’s no shortage of things to do or get involved with when you’re not at work. The move has been a good fit for my family and we hope to be here for a long while.”
Ken Bell
2 months - Manager, Operations and Maintenance, Fort Smith
"After an eleven year hiatus, I'm working for NTPC again - this time in Fort Smith. Previously I worked in Inuvik, K'asho Got'ine, and Iqaluit before moving to the Caribbean. The employees at Fort Smith and the people of the community are very friendly. I enjoy managing the day to day operations and the challenge it presents. It's good to be back up North!"
Duane Rohne
21 years - Power lineman,
Fort Smith
"My career has allowed me to work in every community in the NWT. I've seen and done things other Canadians only get to watch on TV. I've fished in places people pay thousands to visit. And on top of all the fun, the work is always interesting and challenging.”
“The North is not for everyone, but for those who like a challenge and love the outdoors, there's nowhere better."