Sprinkler Fitter – Fireman / Monteur(se) de gicleurs – Pompier(ère)

• Kapuskasing
• Posted on January 25, 2024

Position : Sprinkler Fitter Fireman

Location : Kapuskasing Papermill, ON

The activity of 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.

GreenFirst is looking for a Sprinkler Fitter Fireman to lay out, install, repair, maintain, modify, inspect and test fire protection systems in a variety of settings.

This position also offers the opportunity for an on-site Apprenticeship for candidates that are interested in pursuing a career in this field.

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 :

• Perform preventative maintenance on mill, pumphouse and related equipment monitored by the Fireman.
• Fabricate, inspect, install, and repair equipment, provide analysis, and evaluate concerns and major repairs.
• Adhere to GreenFirst Code Of Ethics and treat fellow workers with dignity and respect.
• Report and address environmental spills immediately
• Maintain Papermill Housekeeping Standards. Fill out pre-job checklist for every new job on a daily basis.
• Facilitate execution of Fire / Hot Work Permits
• Ensure all lock outs are identified and all procedures are followed and ensure all mill safety policies are being followed
• Inspect pump house and equipment, deluge systems and alarms, inspect and adjust sprinkler dry valve pre-action valve and air pad system, jockey fire pump in south boiler house basement, fire hose stations, fire hydrants, PIV valves, sprinkler shut off valves, fire doors, inside valves,
• Test fire pumps, sprinkler alarms and flow alarms
• Repair fire extinguishers, maintain inventory of fire extinguishers and sprinkler supplies
• Check diesel fire pump fuel tank. Shovel outside PIV, pump house and hydrants in winter
• Ship out SCBA and fire extinguishers for hydro testing, also refill SCBA air bottles and sanitize masks; send air sample for testing
• Winterize equipment and hydrant flushing. Flush dry systems
• Clean pump house screen and replace wind socks, flags. Change sprinkler heads
• Annual dry valve trip testing
• Fit test employees for appropriate masks
• Provide emergency response to equipment failures
• Respond to fire calls
• Reports to Mechanical Supervisor, indirectly reports to Health and Safety Superintendent for plant protection.
• Identify training opportunities.

Requirements :

• Preference given to candidates holding one or more of the following certificates : Sprinkler and Fire Protection Shower Installer 427A, Steam Fitter 307A, Plumber 306A
• 1-3 Years relevant experience in an industrial setting
• Open to receiving applications from candidates interested in an Apprenticeship opportunity.
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