Third Class Operating Engineer

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 52,348 - 70,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Team‑oriented culture

PPE and safety equipment provided

Professional development support

Scholarships for employees' children

EAP

Job summary

Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd. in Ontario is hiring a 3rd Class Operating Engineer to operate and maintain the boiler plant and utility systems.

You will monitor high‑pressure boilers, fuel handling, compressors, and related equipment to ensure safe, reliable plant performance. Candidates bring a valid Ontario 3rd Class Certificate of Qualification, hands‑on boiler experience, and a strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario 3rd Class Operating Engineer's Certificate of Qualification.
• Experience maintaining and operating high‑pressure water tube boilers.
• Experience with solid fuel handling, combustion systems, and boiler auxiliaries.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain high‑pressure water tube boilers, fluidized bed boilers, compressors, and related equipment.
• Perform boiler water testing and ensure safe operation.
• Monitor building fire alarm, steam heating, and glycol heating systems.

Skills

3rd Class certificate

Boiler operation

High‑pressure boilers

Safety and compliance

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

Ontario 3rd Class Certificate of Qualification

Job description

“Join us in building Careers and shaping Experiences Beyond the Box”

About Us

At Atlantic Packaging, every box tells a story and yours begins here. As a proudly Canadian-owned company with over 80 years of excellence in the corrugated packaging industry with operations within North America (Ontario, Quebec and United States), we’re committed to sustainability, customer excellence and community impact. Since 1945, we’ve supported local jobs and built a legacy of trust with our clients and team members. At Atlantic, your ideas matter, your growth is supported and your work makes a real impact. The hourly wage rate for this position: $44.23.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the 3rd Class Operating Engineer is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of the boiler plant and associated utility systems. This role supports manufacturing operations by monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting high-pressure boilers, fuel handling systems, compressors, heating systems, and related equipment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring equipment reliability, regulatory compliance, workplace safety, and continuous plant performance while contributing to a collaborative and safety-focused environment.

What You'll Do

• Operate, monitor, and maintain high-pressure water tube boilers, fluidized bed boilers, compressors, and associated utility equipment.
• Perform boiler water testing and ensure systems operate safely and efficiently.
• Monitor and support building fire alarm, steam heating, and glycol heating systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform routine maintenance to maximize reliability and uptime.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental, and operating procedures, including the use of required PPE.
• Support plant operations by performing additional duties as assigned.

What You Bring

• Valid Ontario 3rd Class Operating Engineer's Certificate of Qualification.
• Previous experience maintaining and operating high-pressure water tube boilers.
• Experience with solid fuel handling, combustion systems, and boiler auxiliaries.
• Hands-on mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on safety, compliance, and operational excellence.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly and work in a physically demanding environment.
• Willingness to wear required PPE, including respirators, Tyvek suits, safety glasses, gloves, and safety footwear.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage (dependents included)
• Teamwork-focused culture with sustainability initiatives and social events
• A culture of appreciation through a point-based recognition
• Opportunities for advancement and internal movement
• Education assistance for continuous skill development
• Academic scholarships for employees’ children
• Safety equipment and PPE support program
• Retirement savings and wellness initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Please Note

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal and background check. Details will be provided through the application process. This posting is for an existing vacancy.