Industrial Equipment Operator

About Alberta Operations

Dow's Alberta Operations in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, is a hub for world-scale production, manufacturing hydrocarbons, polyethylene, and electricity. As one of Dows largest facilities in Canada, it serves a vast global customer base. These operations are crucial in supporting Dows Path2

Zero (P2Z) initiative, aiming to establish the worlds first net-zero emissions site. This project is a pivotal step in Dows broader Decarbonization Strategy.

Were looking for Industrial Equipment Operators to support our operations in facilities including Hydrocarbons, Solution Polyethylene, Gas Phase Polyethylene, and Power & Utilities. In this role, youll help optimize plant performance by:

• Monitoring process equipment and plant conditions to ensure peak operational efficiency
• Conducting field checks and adjusting control systems both manually and automatically
• Isolating and preparing machinery for maintenance
• Adhering to Dow's Operating Discipline, policies, and Life Critical Standards
• Demonstrating leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills

• Involve processing technologies like fractional distillation, cracking furnaces, steam turbines, and cryogenic processes
• Opportunities to work towards 3rd and 2nd class certifications in specific areas
• Collaborate in teams of 10+ operators

• Operate processes involving reaction catalysts, flash drums, and vacuum systems
• Safely manage hydrocarbons in the plant environment
• Progress toward 3rd class certification through on-job experience

• Manage reaction and catalyst operations in a gas phase environment
• Work with flammable hydrocarbons
• Progress to 4th class certification through ABSA applications
• Travel for extended periods to facilities in New Orleans, LA, USA, and Prentiss, AB, Canada for specialized training

• Support natural gas and hydrogen cogeneration units, heat recovery steam generators, and water treatment operations
• Progress to 3rd and 2nd class certifications in operational roles
• Work closely in teams of around 5 operators

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize plant operations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain safety and operational efficiency
• Follow Dows policies for Environmental, Health, and Safety compliance
• Participate in 12-hour rotating shifts once plant commissioning starts (anticipated late 2026)
• Dedicate approximately 3 years to day shift training, ensuring skill development and readiness
• Travel may be required for specialized training and certification opportunities

• Physically fit to work in confined spaces, low visibility, and extreme temperatures
• Comfortable working with full PPE, respirators, SCBA, and safety harnesses
• Lift materials weighing approximately 50 pounds
• Required to join the Emergency Response Brigade, including live fire and rope rescue exercises

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• Progressing toward an ABSA 4th class certification or higher
• Must be 18 years or older
• A current and valid Canadian Drivers License
• Eligible to work legally in Canada (no visa support available)

• A two-year diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology or Power Engineering Technology
• 1+ year of operational experience, including Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical, or Process Operations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

At Dow, we invest in our employees well-being with robust support and growth opportunities:

• Competitive base pay, performance bonuses, and market incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance packages
• Access to 401(k) plans, retirement savings programs, and…