2nd Class Engineer

Darling International Canada Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of essential services in Hamilton, Ontario, is seeking a 2nd Class Engineer to support the operation and maintenance of their power plant. The role includes covering for existing engineers and assisting the Maintenance Team with ongoing activities. Ideal candidates will have a valid Ontario 2nd Class operating engineer's certificate and must be mechanical problem solvers comfortable with rotating shifts.,

Benefits

Hourly wage of $46.25

Uniforms provided

Company Paid Benefits including Life Insurance and Dental Plan

Defined contribution Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Current valid Ontario 2nd Class operating engineer's certificate required.
• Experience in rendering or food manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Comfortable working 12 hour rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist maintenance colleagues with facility maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and labor standards.
• Maintain and develop compliance with HACCP plan and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Team player

Ability to work independently

Education

Post-secondary education in Engineering, Agriculture, Science, or related field

Ontario 2nd Class operating engineer's certificate

Tools

Boilers

Water treatment equipment

Air quality control system

Job description

Overview

Darling International Canada Inc. is Canada's largest provider of rendering and recycling services to the food industry. Operating six processing facilities across Canada, Darling provides essential services for the efficient and environmentally responsible management of collecting, processing, and recycling edible and inedible animal by-products. Darling Ingredients is committed to environmental sustainability, superior quality, and excellent customer service.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the 2nd Class Engineer will support the operation and maintenance of the power plant at our Dundas, Ontario facility. This role primarily involves covering for existing engineers during absences and vacations within our 1st Class Power Plant. When not fulfilling relief duties, the 2nd Class Engineer will be assigned to the Maintenance Team to support ongoing maintenance activities.

Schedule

12 hour rotating shifts, in 7/24-hour operation (during Power plant coverage). 40 hr. / week for all other time.

Responsibilities

• Must hold current valid Ontario 2nd Class operating engineer's certificate
• Responsible for assisting maintenance colleagues with general maintenance and repair of the facility
• Ensure current and future departmental compliance with all standards, including the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, the Ministry of Labour, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, CFIA, etc.
• Responsible for maintaining, enhancing, developing and compliance with the HACCP plan, GMPs, SOPs and procedures within the department, and when overlapping with other departments and business units
• Experience in a rendering or food manufacturing environment is a definite asset but not required
• Post-secondary education and/or University Degree in Engineering, Agriculture, Science, or related field considered an asset
• Experience with boilers, water treatment equipment and other related equipment
• Idle candidate will have extensive knowledge in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process flow diagrams
• Experience in operation of air quality control system preferred
• Maintenance of boilers, water, steam distribution system and air quality control system
• Mechanical aptitude with above average troubleshooting skills is required
• Comfortable working 12 hour rotating shifts
• Reliable, punctual and self-motivated with ability to work with minimum supervision
• Comfortable working overtime when and if required
• Must be a team player
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary service
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the AODA, ESA, OHSA and other federal, and provincial standards
• Must be able to work comfortably and safely in elevated areas and confined spaces
• Must be able to climb up to 6 flights of metal stairs safely
• Must be able to climb standard ladders

We Offer

• $46.25 per hour for a 2nd Class Engineer Plus Shift Premiums
• Uniforms provided
• Safety shoe/boots and safety glasses provided
• Company Paid Benefits-Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Health and Dental Benefit Plan
• Defined contribution Pension Plan

Darling Ingredients is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities where our facilities are located. We actively seek qualified individuals with demonstrated skill and knowledge to deal with all aspects of diversity in a manufacturing environment. Darling Ingredients is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with provincial accessibility legislation. The Human Resources Contact responsible for this position will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate format on request.

*Internal hires should apply directly with their hiring manager or send their submission to the HR Department.