Operator

Basin Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Carbon Upcycling seeks a Plant Operator to support the start-up and ongoing operation of a new commercial-scale facility at the CRH cement plant site in Mississauga, Ontario. This hands-on role ensures safe, reliable operations and works with engineering, maintenance, and operations leadership during commissioning and steady-state operations.

The Plant Operator will monitor process parameters, perform inspections, and respond to equipment issues while supporting start-up, shutdowns, and

Qualifications

• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in industrial operations, chemical processing, cement, mining, or manufacturing.
• 2–5 years of experience as a plant or process operator in an industrial setting preferred.
• Familiarity with mechanical systems, material handling, and process equipment.
• Strong commitment to safety and operational discipline.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Comfortable working in an industrial plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment and systems in accordance with operating procedures and safety standards
• Support commissioning, start-up, shutdown, and normal operations of the facility
• Monitor process parameters, perform routine inspections, and record operating data
• Identify process upsets or equipment issues and take appropriate corrective actions
• Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical and process-related issues
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to support repairs and preventative maintenance activities
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Comply with all site, CRH, and Carbon Upcycling health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and operational optimization efforts
• Perform other tasks assigned by supervision

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Process awareness

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Shift work

Communication

Education

Technical diploma or equivalent

Job description

Operator

Reports to: Plant Manager

Location: Mississauga, Ontario (CRH Cement Plant Site)

Compensation: $30.00-35.00/hr

Position Summary Carbon Upcycling is seeking a Plant Operator to support the start-up and ongoing operation of its new commercial-scale facility located at the CRH cement plant site in Mississauga, Ontario. This role is hands-on and critical to safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The Plant Operator will work closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations leadership during commissioning and steady-state operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate plant equipment and systems in accordance with operating procedures and safety standards
• Support commissioning, start-up, shutdown, and normal operations of the facility
• Monitor process parameters, perform routine inspections, and record operating data
• Identify process upsets or equipment issues and take appropriate corrective actions
• Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical and process-related issues
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to support repairs and preventative maintenance activities
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Comply with all site, CRH, and Carbon Upcycling health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and operational optimization efforts
• Perform other tasks assigned by supervision

Qualifications & Experience

• Technical diploma or equivalent experience in industrial operations, chemical processing, cement, mining, maintenance or manufacturing environments
• 2–5 years of experience as a plant or process operator in an industrial setting preferred
• Familiarity with mechanical systems, material handling, and process equipment
• Strong commitment to safety and operational discipline
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, and overtime as required
• Ability to work in all weather environments
• Comfortable working in an industrial plant environment

Skills & Competencies

• Mechanical aptitude and process awareness
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skillsAbility to follow detailed procedures and documentation
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to support start-up activities and evolving operations
• Ability to reliably provide transport to work
• Must be able to work all shift patterns including days, afternoons, and nights.

Why Join Us?

At Carbon Upcycling, your work drives meaningful progress toward a low-carbon future. You’ll be empowered to deliver realimpact—boosting plant capacity, strengthening local supply chains, and enabling cost-competitive, sustainable building materials. Join a high-performance team where ambition meets action, and where your contributions shape the future of the cement and building materials sector.