Operating Engineer - Napanee, ON

Goodyear. More Driven.

For over a century, Goodyear has been redefining the boundaries of tire technology, producing innovative tires that deliver unparalleled performance for a diverse range of vehicles.

Our success, however, is not just due to our cutting-edge products, but also to our outstanding workforce. We offer a unique work experience where no matter your role, you'll contribute to the development, manufacturing, and marketing of some of the world's most innovative tire products.

We're looking for motivated individuals who can inspire greatness and understand that job satisfaction and career success start with support and investment.

At Goodyear, we invest upwards of 1000 hours into our new hires, ensuring they can make quality products safely.

If you seek a rewarding, challenging career, join us on this exciting journey.

Goodyear Canada Inc. offers a competitive pay and comprehensive total rewards package designed with your physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing in mind.

The pay for this position is $40.38 / hr ; however, base pay offered may vary depending on factors such-as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location.

General Description :

As a Operating Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting the manufacturing process by trouble shooting, preventative maintenance, and repair of all tire-related manufacturing, processing machinery and equipment.

You will also be responsible for safety and housekeeping throughout the facility.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to :

• Operate and maintain boilers, boiler controls, boiler drying and air filtration equipment and moisture separators and their drain systems
• Lubricate compressed air systems
• Correct PH in the water entering tubers and perform laboratory water tests and other water chemistry tests as necessary
• In accordance with EPA, OSHA and other environmental and safety regulations, safely and efficiently operate : Enter test results and equipment operational data into spreadsheets and data collection systems and analyze the data for trends and report out as needed Powerhouse equipment such as heat transfer and combustion systems Steam and condensate return systems Piping systems and pressure vessels
• Operate Allen Bradley DCS and other computerized systems
• Inspect and repair equipment and piping, including that above the powerhouse roof as scheduled or as required to maintain reliability and safe operations
• Operate and maintain : Open and close large valves, handle heavy weight in excess of 80 pounds. Natural gas, fuel oil heating systems, pumps and pumping systems Water treatment systems including salt brine, water softeners, de-aerating heater, flash tanks, hot well filters, condensate return, chemical injection pumps, etc.

Electric power breakers and switch gears, meter systems, ventilation systems, heat recovery systems, and heat exchange equipment

• Report equipment irregularities and concerns to supervisors and communicate operating information among other operators
• Contain, clean up and dispose of spills including acid and chemical spills, as well as handling steam and air leaks in accordance with environmental and safety regulations
• Log or use computerized work order system for repair and maintenance activities performed
• Abide by safe work standards including Lock-Out / Tag-Out (LOTO), Fall Protection, Confined Spaces, appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Adhere to Goodyear's attendance policy
• Perform a variety of manual tasks in varying temperatures for extended periods of time, which may include lifting light to heavy materials, climbing, standing, squatting, bending, and working at heights when applicable

Basic Qualifications :

• HS Diploma / GED
• Previous experience with operations of boilers and boiler controls
• Provincial certification for boiler operator
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada without company sponsorship now or in the future
• Required to lift heavy materials, climb, stand, squat, bend and work at heights with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to successfully complete all post-offer, pre-employment contingencies
• Ability to work any and / or rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, or overtime if applicable
• Basic computer skills

Preferred Qualifications :

• Previous experience as an Industrial Powerhouse Operator with the basic knowledge and understanding of machine technology, construction, operation of heavy industrial machinery and power / control devices
• Certificate of qualification issued by TSSA
• 1st, 2nd or 3rd class Power Engineer certification.
• Experience adhering to industry-specific safety standards

Candidate Criteria :

• Self-motivated : demonstrates appropriate initiative with or without direct supervision
• Hard worker : someone who works diligently to get tasks done
• Adaptability : the ability to make changes, and to be successful in changing environments
• Team player : an associate who can be counted on to assist the company in being successful whether working on a team or individual projects
• Commitment to working safely

Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products in 46 facilities in 21 countries around the world.

Its two Innovation Centres in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry.

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