Power Engineer - 2nd & 3rd Class

Position : Power Engineer 2nd & 3rd Class

Location : Kapuskasing, ON - Papermill

Kap Paper Inc.'s operations are deeply intertwined with the forest. Well-managed forests are not only vital for our business but also for our communities and the environment.

Our profound commitment to the sustainability of Canada's forest lands is at the heart of what we do. If you share this dedication to environmental stewardship and Canada's forests, we welcome you to join our team.

Commitment :

• Uphold the values, principles, and guidelines of Kap Paper Inc.
• 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 :

• Performs testing on all boilers and condensate systems.
• Assists with the operation of gas boilers.
• Adjusts chemical feed rates to maintain residuals.
• Visually checks equipment under his care (fans, stokers, grates, dampers, valves, and controllers) on all levels of the Steam & Effluent Plant.
• Blows down water columns and gauge glasses.
• Monitors softeners for hardness and regenerates softeners when necessary.
• Mixes and maintains caustic tank and feed rates.
• Assists during plug-ups on wood waste system.
• Assists Biomass Operator on loader at times.
• Changes charts and performs data entry in computer.
• Records any operational problems in the Operation logs.
• Changes various filters around the plant (precip, degasifier, MCC room, etc.).
• Assists with lockouts.
• Assists with the chemical unloading.
• Checks and starts up air compressors when required.
• Performs duties as assigned by the Shift Engineer as required (other mill areas).
• Takes steps needed to be taken in case of loss of a critical piece of equipment to ensure boilers stay operating.
• Support the Chief Operating Engineer and uphold the TSSA Operating Engineers’ Act and regulations.

Requirements :

• Education / Certification : Minimum Ontario Third Class (TSSA) Power Engineering License or better.
• Experience with operating boiler equipment via DCS & their auxiliaries is an asset.
• Willing to learn in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Participation in the current training matrix for progression toward the next highest Power Engineering license.
• Good level of maturity, interpersonal and communication skills.

Please send your resume and cover letter to : [email protected]

Please include the job title in the subject line of your email

We thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview.

Kap Paper Inc 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.

Kap Paper Inc 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.