Third-Class Stationary Engineer

Full-time - Rotating Shift Welland, ON

Valbruna ASW Inc., the premier specialty steel-making facility located in Welland, ON, has an immediate requirement for the following position:

Third-Class Stationary Engineer

Valbruna ASW Inc. operates a dynamic and versatile facility and has a long and storied history in the steel-making business, with roots in Welland dating back to 1918. Our acquisition by Valbruna Italy combined with improvements in efficiency and production flexibility have placed us among the premier specialty steel producers in North America. However, the fundamental component to our success is our people. The expertise, commitment and adaptability of our team are our most valuable assets and will be critical to the achievement of our future objectives.

Reporting to the Chief Engineer, the Third-Class Stationary Engineer’s duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Completes all duties and responsibilities in compliance with the Technical Standards & Safety Authority (TSSA) Code.
• Responsible for the operational checks and servicing of the pump house, water treatment plants, cooling towers, baghouses, air conditioning, boilers and compressors and auxiliaries.
• Inspects equipment, adjusts pump and fan sequences, maintains supply of chemicals, and manually operates filter backwash as required.
• Responsible for the operational checks and servicing of the compressor room and the allied equipment and auxiliaries.
• Inspects equipment, reads meters, records readings, changes charts and takes water samples and tests with specified chemicals.
• Adds chemicals to water system and adjusts blow downs for proper boiler water concentrations as required by operating conditions.
• Performs daily routine maintenance such as packing pumps, lubricating equipment, etc. and engages in major overhauls and repairs to equipment listed above.
• Completes required check lists and logs daily conditions. Reports abnormal conditions with steam, compressed air and raw water system to Chief Stationary Engineer.
• Repairs, overhauls, assembles and/or reassembles components and parts of plant equipment.
• Monitors various Equipment/Systems (air, water, team) throughout the Plant and takes preventative or corrective action when necessary
• Performs general housekeeping duties and maintains a clean work area.
• Observes and adheres to all safety policies and procedures.
• Completes all other duties as assigned.
  
  

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Must hold a valid Third Class Stationary Engineer Certificate.
• At least three years of experience working as a Third-Class Stationary Engineer, preferably in a heavy industrial or manufacturing setting would be an asset.
• Willing to work shifts and overtime as required and the occasional weekends.
• Working knowledge of PLC Controls (Allen-Bradley) preferred.
• Demonstrates good understanding of AC and DC motors and a mechanical aptitude
• Proven trouble-shooting and diagnostic skills.
• Superior analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to take initiative and to work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong safety track record.
• A strong willingness to work in a fast-paced, lean environment where adaptability, innovation and hard work are valued above all else.
• This position pays $33.96 per hour and a shift premium is paid to employees working the afternoon shift ($0.35) and ($0.55) working the night shift. Valbruna ASW Inc. offers an excellent benefits package, including health insurance and pension plan.
• If you would like to be considered for this role, please send your resume directly via e-mail to [email protected] with “Third Class Stationary Engineer” in the subject line. No agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest but can only commit to contacting suitable and qualified candidates.
• Valbruna ASW Inc. is a supporter of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities ACT (AODA) and is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the AODA. Accommodations will be provided to all applicants with disabilities during any stage of the recruitment process. Please include a summary of the accommodations required in your application e-mail.