1st Class Power Engineer

Fuze HR Solutions Inc.; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Canadian company is seeking a 1st Class Power Engineer in Taber, AB. This role features a strong compensation package, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for personal growth. Ideal candidates will hold a valid 1st Class Power Engineering Certificate with experience in boiler and turbine operations, emphasizing safety and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Excellent benefits

High RRSP employer match

Employee share purchase plan

Regular long weekends

Qualifications

• Experience operating and maintaining systems in a 1st Class facility.
• Knowledge of steam, boilers, and turbines essential.
• Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain 3 power boilers and 2 backpressure turbines.
• Monitor equipment, temperatures, pressures for safe operation.
• Conduct troubleshooting and basic maintenance tasks.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting abilities

Leadership potential

Communication skills

Education

1st Class Power Engineering Certificate

2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate (considered if progressing)

Tools

DCS systems

Generators

Pumps

Compressors

Job description

We are hiring a 1st Class Power Engineer for a long-established Canadian company in Taber, AB.

Bringing a strong national presence, this organization manufactures and distributes a wide range of products for both retail and industrial markets. With a focus on quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement, it plays a key role in supporting food production and consumer goods across the country.

What you’ll get as a 1st Class Power Engineer :

• A strong compensation package including competitive wages, excellent benefits, high RRSP employer match, and an employee share purchase plan.
• 3-on / 3-off or 4x10s (depending on plant cycle) offering regular long weekends and a healthy work-life balance.
• Supportive, fast-paced team environment with great leadership and opportunities for growth.

What you’ll do as a 1st Class Power Engineer :

• Operate and maintain 3 power boilers and 2 backpressure turbines to ensure continuous power generation
• Monitor processes, equipment, temperatures, pressures, and levels to ensure safe 24 / 7 plant operation
• Respond to emergencies or abnormal conditions following established procedures
• Conduct basic troubleshooting, electromechanical maintenance, and operational support with other trades
• Perform routine tasks including sampling, testing, equipment preparation for maintenance, and housekeeping
• Occasionally assume duties of the Chief Power Engineer and support continuous improvement initiatives

What you’ll bring as a 1st Class Power Engineer :

• Valid 1st Class Power Engineering Certificate (2nd Class considered if progressing toward 1st)
• Experience operating and maintaining systems in a 1st Class facility; strong steam, boiler, and turbine knowledge
• Strong mechanical aptitude; hands-on experience with DCS systems, generators, pumps, compressors, etc.
• Excellent troubleshooting abilities and understanding of plant safety procedures (e.g., LOTO, Confined Space)
• Solid communication skills, team player, and leadership potential; WHMIS, TDG, OH&S knowledge preferred
• Food industry experience is an asset; must be safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and technical capability

Call me anytime at or send me an email at to get the conversation started about this great 1st Class Power Engineer opportunity.

Mike Goodyear

Divisional Director | AB

Fuze HR Solutions

Fuze HR Solutions is committed to building a diverse, accessible, and equitable workforce. Our approach is twofold. Both internal, where we focus on creating a diverse and inclusive environment for our employees, and external, where we source and recruit from the most diverse candidate pools. Our teams are educated on current best practices at attracting, retaining, and working with the most talented and diverse candidates.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to accommodating every candidate and encourage those who identify as a member of a visible minority group, or a person with a disability and requiring specific accommodations, to apply.

For all questions, comments and feedback on our diversity and inclusion programs and policies or to request information relating to accommodation measures, please contact your local Fuze HR Solutions branch.

We look forward to working with you.

BRBC

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