{"id":4301292,"url":"https://alion.io/job/transalta-operating-engineer-2nd-class","title":"Operating Engineer, 2nd Class","company":{"id":1803033,"name":"TransAlta","domain":"transalta.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/transalta","size_band":"201-500","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"SuccessFactors","truth_index":null},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":null,"employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":null,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Incident Management","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-14T03:26:16Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-13","last_verified_at":"2026-11-14T03:26:16Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"Operating Engineer, 2nd Class\nWHO WE ARE\nOur Power, Your Possibilities\nAt TransAlta, we don’t just generate electricity-we generate opportunity. As one of Canada’s largest publicly traded power generators, we’ve been powering communities for over 100 years across Canada, the U.S., and Australia. Our diverse energy portfolio and passionate team are driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable future.\nWe believe in the power of purpose, the strength of collaboration, and the value of continuous learning. If you’re ready to make a real impact in a dynamic industry, you bring the energy and we’ll provide the platform.\nFor more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.\nABOUT THE ROLE\nTransAlta is seeking two (2) Operating Engineer’s, 2nd Class to join our Operations team at the Iroquois Falls Generating Station. Reporting to the Iroquois Falls Plant Manager/Chief Engineer, this role will support operations as an Operator on an 8-hour shift schedule. We are seeking to hire for an immediate, newly created opening.This posting is for two (2) active vacancies.\nThe Operating Engineer, 2nd Class is a full-time, unionized position based out of Iroquois Falls. Working in Iroquois Falls offers a friendly, community-focused environment with access to beautiful northern landscapes and year-round outdoor activities.\nThis role is safety sensitive. The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.\nThis is a IUOE Local 865 position covered by the terms of the collective agreement.\n\nA DAY IN THE LIFE\nOperations and monitoring of all plant systems consistent with requirements of the Technical Standards & Safety Authority and the Safety Act\nWorking closely with shift partners to ensure high standards of communication and plant operating procedures and policies are maintained\nWorking with other staff to ensure the health, safety, and environmental systems are maintained and managed including safe work plans, and the safe isolation of equipment and systems to perform maintenance work\nTaking an active role in plant training and development, procedural development and review, system development, management, and other project-related activities\nMaintain mandatory health and safety training updates in a timely manner\nPerforming plant routine water tests on a regular basis and understanding water chemistry and water and waste management operations\nTroubleshooting all plant systems to ensure optimal operations and taking corrective action as required\nSubmitting work requests on those systems that require maintenance work\nMaintaining the units within all applicable guidelines and regulations, including emissions, efficiency, heat rate, capacity, and safety\nMaintaining a complete set of logs that includes all information on normal operating parameters, and detailed information on upset conditions\nCompetently and efficiently starts up and shuts down in both normal and upset conditions\nPerforming routine preventative maintenance checks on various plant systems and equipment and performing minor maintenance work on shift when required\nMaintaining a thorough knowledge of the plant systems and developments, and updating training material as changes to the plant systems are made\nTake an active role in first aid emergency response situations regarding fire, health and safety, and environmental incidents\nThe successful person will be expected to participate in the incident management system and near-miss program, while reporting incidents in the Synergy database\nComplete assignments as directed by Shift-Engineer, and Plant Manager/Chief Engineer\nABOUT YOU\nValid Ontario 2nd Class Operating Engineer’s Certificate. 3rd Class applicants working towards their 2nd Class Operating Engineer’s certificate will also be considered. \nPreference will be given to candidates who hold an Electrical or Millwright trade certification\nTeam player who enjoys collaborating with others to ensure effective and efficient operations of the facility\nValid Class G Driver’s License \nTHE PERKS\nThis position is covered under the IUOE Local-865 collective agreement. The current union hourly rate for Operating Engineer, 2nd Class is $55.65.\nCompetitive wages\nCompany-matching pension plan\nFlexible health benefits for you and your family \nGenerous vacation and personal days \nLearning and development programs\nEmployee recognition and rewards\nExplore our careers site to see how we support your growth and wellbeing www.transalta.com/careers.\nOUR CULTURE\nAt TransAlta, we’re driven by a Culture of Results, Learning, and Purpose. We prioritize psychological safety, wellbeing, inclusion, and belonging - creating a space where everyone can thrive. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and progress, and we’re committed to building a workplace where you can be your authentic self.\nReady to Power Up With Us?Excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. 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