Facility Operations Technician

At Dow, we prioritize putting people first while delivering integrity, respect, and sustainability to our employees, customers, and the planet. We believe that our employees reflect the communities we live in and contribute to shaping a future of innovation, transformation, and global impact. Join a team where your perspective drives change, your contributions shape industries, and your work helps create a sustainable world.

Dow is seeking Facility Operations Technicians for exciting opportunities at our Alberta Operations located in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada. This role plays a vital role in supporting Dow's operations and initiatives, including our Path2

Zero (P2Z) program's aiming to create the first net‑zero emissions site of its kind globally, a cornerstone of Dow's Decarbonization strategy.

Dow's Fort Saskatchewan site operates four world‑scale production units focused on manufacturing hydrocarbons, ethylene, polyethylene, and electricity. As one of Canada's largest petrochemical sites, Dow Fort Saskatchewan serves customers worldwide and enables Dow's global operations.

• Optimize Plant Performance:

  • Monitor and troubleshoot plant operations across various areas, including Hydrocarbons, Solution Polyethylene, Gas Phase Polyethylene, and Power & Utilities.
  • Operate control systems, adjust processes manually, and conduct field checks to maintain optimal performance.
  • Collaborate with team members to optimize production efficiency while adhering to Dow's safety and environmental standards.

• Maintenance Support:

  • Isolate and prepare plant equipment for maintenance in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Work alongside maintenance teams to ensure downtime is minimized and operational efficiency is maintained.

• Adhere to Safety Standards:

  • Follow Dow's Life Critical Standards and Operating Discipline policies to maintain safe and reliable operations.
  • Participate in safety drills, Emergency Response Brigade training (live fire, rope rescue), and wear all required personal protective equipment (respirators, SCBA, harnesses).

• Team
  
  Collaboration:

  • Work in close‑knit teams (sizes ranging from 4 to 10+ operators) with opportunities for leadership, teamwork, and cross‑functional collaboration.
  • Be self‑motivated and contribute positively to the team environment, focusing on achieving plant and operational goals.

• Technical Training and Certification:

  • Participate in Dow's training programs to earn ABSA 3rd, 2nd, and 4th class certifications, enhancing technical expertise.
  • Be open to traveling to locations such as Prentiss, Alberta, USA (St. Charles, Louisiana) for extended training periods.

• Be physically and mentally capable of working in challenging environments, such as confined spaces, high heights, and fully encapsulated PPE areas.
• Ability to lift materials weighing approximately 50 pounds.
• Must pass a medical evaluation to respond to plant emergencies.
• Participate in Dow's Emergency Response Brigade training, which includes live fire and rope rescue exercises.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications:
  
  Commitment to work towards ABSA Class 4 or higher technical certifications.
• Work Authorization:
  Must be eligible to work legally in Canada (no visa sponsorship provided).
• Driver's License: A valid Canadian driver's license is required.
• Shift Work:
  Comfortable with 12‑hour rotating shifts in alignment with plant startup and operational schedules.

• A two‑year technical diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology, Power Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• 1+ years of relevant experience in operations, instrumentation, mechanical, or electrical fields.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Competitive Compensation: A strong pay structure, bonus opportunities, and comprehensive local incentives.

• Robust Benefits Package:
  Health, retirement, and wellbeing support that focuses on your long‑term success and work‑life balance.

• Sustainable Impact:
  Be part of Dow's commitment to creating a sustainable future through initiatives like Path2
  
  Zero.

• Career Growth & Development:

  • Dow offers continuous…