Power Engineer

Green-First-Forest-Products; Chapleau; On-site; CAD 51,384 - 53,946; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting salary 3rd class power: $39.

Starting salary 4th class power: $37.3

Job summary

GreenFirst Forest Products in Chapleau, ON seeks a Power Engineer (3rd & 4th Class) to support cogeneration operations and assist the Shift Engineer in running steam and power systems.

The role requires a minimum 4th Class Power Engineer Certification with a plan to attain 3rd/2nd Class, and offers beginning wages of $37.30–$39.16 per hour, depending on class. Work includes boiler chemistry, pumps, conveyors, and safety systems within a demanding industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4th Class Power Engineer Certification with commitment to attain 3rd/2nd Class.
• Requires considerable sensory attention and regulatory responsibility.
• Excellent mathematical skills, verbal communication skills, and mental reasoning skills.
• Wear appropriate PPE as required to work in hot, dirty, and chemically hazardous environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain shift log entries during each shift to ensure full awareness of any outstanding issues that may require special attention during the shift.
• Support the operation of steam, condensate, water treatment, wastewater, boiler chemistry systems, and boiler safety equipment.
• Monitor equipment (pumps, conveyors, motors) on all levels of the Steam Plant, while ensuring equipment maintenance, i.e., greasing when needed.
• Operate fuel handling, loader, Diesel Boiler, fuel biomass and ash‑handling equipment.
• Record operational problems in the Operator’s logbook.
• Understand compressed air, cooling, utility, fire water systems.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights.
• Support and assist with any other duties as assigned.
• Performs start‑up, shutdown, drain, and lock‑out of Cogeneration equipment and systems.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Verbal communication

Mental reasoning

Education

4th Class Power Engineer Certification

Job description

GreenFirst Forest Products is rooted in the forest! For us, well‑managed forests really make sense for our business, our communities, and the environment. We have a deep connection to Canada’s forest lands and sustainability. If this commitment to the environment and Canada’s forests resonates with you, come join our team.

Position: Power Engineer (3rd & 4th Class)

Location: Chapleau, ON

GreenFirst is looking for a Power Engineer to support the Cogeneration Operation and assist the Shift Engineer with the operation of the plant’s systems for the production of steam and power.

Commitment

• Live up to GreenFirst’s values, principles, and guidelines.
• Bring an open and cooperative attitude to your job, contributing to our positive work environment.
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental standards, as well as applicable regulations and laws.

Responsibilities

• Maintain shift log entries during each shift to ensure full awareness of any outstanding issues that may require special attention during the shift.
• Support the operation of steam, condensate, water treatment, wastewater, boiler chemistry systems, and boiler safety equipment.
• Monitor equipment (pumps, conveyors, motors) on all levels of the Steam Plant, while ensuring equipment maintenance, i.e., greasing when needed.
• Operate fuel handling, loader, Diesel Boiler, fuel biomass and ash‑handling equipment.
• Record operational problems in the Operator’s logbook.
• Understand compressed air, cooling, utility, fire water systems.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights.
• Support and assist with any other duties as assigned.
• Performs start‑up, shutdown, drain, and lock‑out of Cogeneration equipment and systems.

Requirements

• Minimum valid 4th Class Power Engineer Certification with a commitment to attain 3rd/2nd Class Certification.
• Requires considerable sensory attention and regulatory responsibility.
• Excellent mathematical skills, verbal communication skills, and mental reasoning skills.
• Wear appropriate PPE as required to work in hot, dirty, and chemically hazardous environments.

Benefits

• Starting Salary for a 3rd Class Power Engineer is: $39.16 per hour.
• Starting Salary for a 4th Class Power Engineer is: $37.30 per hour.

EEO and Accessibility

GreenFirst Forest Products is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application. GreenFirst Forest Products is strongly committed to inclusion and diversity within its community and welcomes all applicants, including but not limited to: visible minorities, all religions and ethnicities, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ persons, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.