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Title: 3rd Class Power EngineerLocation: Taber, ABJob Requisition ID: Req-260288Time Type: Full timeAbout Lamb WestonYou've probably enjoyed our fries without even knowing it! As a leading manufacturer in our industry, and public Fortune 500 company, we inspire and bring people together with foods they love and trust. Our customer base includes international food service providers, restaurants, and households in over 100 countries around the world.A highly innovative global corporation with a start-up mindset, we empower every individual to make a genuine difference. You'll gain access to hands-on training to fuel your growth and success, explore opportunities for new solutions, and you'll join a winning team of 10,000+ people all dedicated to raising the bar - together.If you have a strong drive for results, a desire to help us bring the world together through our fries, and are ready for a fresh challenge, we want to hear from you.Job Description SummaryResponsible for the repair, maintenance, safe and efficient operation of all equipment under utilities and services including the boilers and steam system, refrigeration engine rooms (plant and cold storage) and freeze tunnels, working under supervision. In addition, the position is responsible for assisting the maintenance department with the repair, maintenance, safe and efficient operation of rooftop air handling units.This position will be required to work any shift and/or any day of the week in accordance with production schedules.Job DescriptionA. Operates process equipment and performs duties as follows:1. Must be able to safety perform the duties of a 3rd Class Power Engineer as either an Assistant Engineer or Shift Engineer (as assigned by Chief Engineer. 2. Observes pressure, temperature, and draft meters on panel to verify specified operation of automatic combustion control system, feed water regulators, burners, and automatic refrigeration system.3. Must be responsive to Management, Superintendents, Team Leaders Area Production, and Team Leaders regarding safety concerns, optimization of production line efficiencies and product quality. Including coordination on changes in steam requirements and refrigeration requirements to help insure maximum plant productivity.4. Thorough knowledge and compliance to the PSM (Process Safety Management) program5. Work with Supervisory staff and safety committees to develop and implement safety improvements.6. Thorough knowledge of location and operation of all related gauges, measuring equipment, and control equipment.7. Observe boiler and auxiliary units to detect malfunctions.8. Observes and adjust refrigeration system and associated equipment.9. Analyzes and treats boiler feed water.10. Maintains log of meter and gauge readings and records data such as water test results and quantity of fuel consumed.11. Communicates boiler operations needs with production and maintenance departments, assuring safety requirements are met.12. Maintains/Promotes safe work practices at all times. Must have a complete knowledge and understanding of the plant safety rules including lockout-tag out procedure and chemical hazards.13. Understands and follows all plant Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).14. Coordinates with production supervisory personnel.15. Fill out, maintain and sign all applicable documentation and administration forms for verification purposes.16. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of and compliance to all regulations and Company policies as pertinent to Occupational Health and Safety Act, Power Engineers Regulations and directives from Alberta Boiler Safety Association (ABSA). Other duties as assigned by Chief Engineer.B. Communicates with power engineers, operators, sanitation leaders and supervisors as follows:1. To keep abreast of downtime maintenance activities.2. To keep abreast of production activities.3. Remove any foreign material found during transfers and notifies supervisor immediately if glass or metal is found.C. Maintain sanitation in the work area as needed:1. Clean boiler and refrigeration rooms as determined necessary (using the designated cleaning equipment and supplies as well as a high pressure water hose.) 2. Notify supervisors and sanitation leaders when repair work in the production area is completed.Basic & Preferred QualificationsInterprovincial 3rd Class Power Engineer certificate. LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before management, supervisors and fellow co-workers within the facility.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry and mathematics required to calculate interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume and all power engineer requirements.REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.CLASSIFICATIONS, CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMust obtain and maintain Interprovincial Third Class Power Engineer certificate.PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.Industry-Competitive BenefitsCoupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, VisionMatching RRSP programCompetitive compensation package including off-shift premiums and quarterly performance bonusesOpportunities for growth and advancementComprehensive on-the-job training & developmentEmployee Assistance Program services - mental health and other concierge-type servicesBenefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.Anticipated Close DateThe anticipated close date is a good faith estimate for when this job will be closed. Some jobs may be unposted or filled earlier or later than the Anticipated Close Date depending on interview processes and business needs.Anticipated Close Date: 04/23/2026Equal Opportunity EmployerLamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law