Sprinkler Fitter – Fireman - Kapuskasing, Canada - GreenFirst Forest Products

Description

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.