Treater Lead /3rd-4th class power engineer.

Stella-Jones; Carseland; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of infrastructure products is seeking a Treater Lead in Carseland, Alberta. The role involves overseeing chemical wood treating operations, coordinating production schedules, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have 5-10 years in industrial operations and hold a 4th class power engineering certificate. Competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement are offered.

Benefits

Extended health and dental coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage

Annual Profit Share Program

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years experience in industrial or wood treating operations.
• Strong understanding of pressure treating processes and chemical handling.
• Comfortable with mechanical systems and basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily treating schedules based on production demands.
• Enforce safe work practices and ensure crew compliance.
• Complete production reports and communicate updates to leadership.

Skills

Leadership and decision-making under pressure

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving with mechanical aptitude

Education

4th class power engineering certificate

Tools

Plant control systems (PLC/HMI)

Job description

Overview

Stella-Jones is a leading manufacturer of essential infrastructure products focused on serving utilities and railroads, as well as supplying big box home improvement stores across North America. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada and publicly traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange, Stella-Jones operates a vast network of facilities that employs more than 3,000 employees across the United States and Canada. Built on strong foundations with a coast-to-coast reach, we offer real opportunities for career success and community impact.

Position Summary: The Treater Lead is responsible for overseeing day-to-day chemical wood treating operations to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant production. This leadership role supports a team of treaters and operators by coordinating production schedules, verifying chemical usage and equipment operation, and maintaining compliance with safety and environmental standards. The Treater Lead serves as the first point of contact for troubleshooting, process adjustments, and communication between shifts and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily treating schedules based on production demands
• Monitor and adjust chemical concentrations to meet treatment specifications
• Oversee retort treating cycles, charge loading, and post-treatment quality checks
• Review and verify production data, including charge logs and treating reports
• Coordinate chemical make-up and inventory usage with plant leadership
• Ensure compliance with varying regulators for process and equipment

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce safe work practices and ensure crew compliance with PPE requirements
• Conduct and document equipment safety checks, inspections, and risk assessments
• Respond to and report any safety incidents, near-misses, or environmental events
• Support compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., WHMIS, PEL, ERP readiness)
• Maintain TRD Audit Requirements

Maintenance Coordination

• Identify and report equipment issues; initiate maintenance work requests
• Support maintenance crews during planned repairs or downtime events
• Assist with mechanical troubleshooting (pumps, valves, heat exchangers)

Crew Leadership

• Assign daily tasks to treaters, loaders, and supporting crew
• Train and mentor new operators on treating procedures and equipment
• Maintain shift communication and provide feedback to the team
• Ensure accurate shift handovers and update supervisors on ongoing issues

Reporting & Communication

• Complete production reports, chemical usage records, and downtime logs
• Communicate critical updates to plant leadership via email and shift reports
• Participate in shift meetings, safety toolbox talks, and operational reviews

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-10 years experience in industrial or wood treating operations
• Minimum 4th class power engineering certificate
• Previous supervisory or lead-hand experience preferred
• Strong understanding of pressure treating processes and chemical handling
• Comfortable with mechanical systems and basic troubleshooting
• Proficient with plant control systems (PLC/HMI) and basic computer tasks (Excel, Email)

Key Competencies

• Leadership and decision-making under pressure
• Strong communication and shift coordination skills
• Attention to detail with a focus on safety and quality
• Ability to train and motivate team members
• Proactive problem-solver with mechanical aptitude

Work Environment

• 8 hour rotating shifts (days) or business unit requirements
• Industrial environment with exposure to chemicals, heat, and noise
• Required to wear PPE including respirator, safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots

Benefits

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage
• Competitive compensation
• Annual Profit Share Program
• Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee\'s 4% contribution)
• Company Share Purchase Program with 25% Company contribution match
• Career advancement opportunities

Stella-Jones is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Stella-Jones makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.