Supv II - Chief Power Engineer

Fort St. John, BC, Canada

Annual Salary range: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 · Full-time

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Pay: Annual Salary range: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 12, 2026
Experience: 2+ years supervisory/management experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 13, 2026

Original job description

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation (LP Building Solutions) is a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. LP’s values-driven culture creates an environment where talented and hardworking people thrive in an ethical, inclusive, challenging, and rewarding place to work. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America. For more information, visit LPCorp.com.

Job Purpose

To supervise and manage all Heat Energy operations and activities. Responsible for the safe operation and facilitating maintenance activities for the energy system (GTS) and related equipment to supply the plants heating requirements. As well as ensuring that system integrity is maintained, qualified operators are trained to ensure compliance with applicable rules and regulations.

We’d love to meet you if...

… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge

… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work

… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment

In This Position You Will Have The Opportunity To

Trains plant personnel in safe and effective operate procedures for the energy system (GTS) and related process equipment to supply adequate heat to satisfy the mill operational requirements
Assumes responsibility for the energy system operations and is the designated Chief Power Engineer.
Manages long range system management plan for all related equipment – to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and system performance reliability.
Assists in maintaining / executing the plant accident prevention program which will develop a positive attitude within associates towards safety
Understanding of the thermal oil loop and affiliated equipment, controls and safeties.
Technical resource to plant personnel for the thermal oil and energy systems.
Ensure adherence with LP’s thermal oil module including operational guidelines.
Responsible for leading a Team for the annual LP thermal oil module self-assessment.
Ensures compliance with Canada’s Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act.
Maintains and operates systems properly to sustain compliance with applicable environmental standards, rules and regulations.
Work with Area Maintenance Lead to enter work requests in a timely manner for proper work order planning and scheduling.
Work with Area Maintenance Team on executing planned work orders according to schedule.
Assists and manage scheduled work for systems during scheduled shut downs.
Responsible for various tasks and projects as assigned by the Supervisor.
Maintains daily records, logbook entries, accurate production records and tabulation of monthly reports.
Maintains adequate records as required by company and external regulatory agencies to demonstrate compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
Reports system deficiencies in a timely manner to Supervisor, developing and executing an abatement plan.
Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
Perform other duties as necessary.

What do I need to be successful?

2+ years in Production/Manufacturing environment.
2+ years supervisory/management experience
Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, continuous improvement processes and their affect on cost of production
Knowledge of correct application of systems and processes that ensures continuous improvement (safety, maintenance, quality and manufacturing).
Understanding of safety and environmental requirements.
Ability to interpret and apply HR, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures
Demonstrated oral and written communication and analytical skills problem solving skills.
Ability to effectively manage time and resources.
Ability to effectively implement change.
Ability to develop effective partnerships within and outside of manufacturing
Ability to interpret and apply corporate policies and procedures.
Ability to motivate, coach, lead and train direct reports through daily job assignments, team meetings, etc.
Ability to operate computer and supporting software programs.
Ability to effectively manage conflict
Ability to work a rotating shift schedule
Knowledge of license and permit conditions
Familiar with Government and other regulatory agencies
Excellent computer skills, including Excel and Word
Skilled in distributed control systems
Familiar with all power plant systems and support equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
2 years post high school education strongly preferred.
Third Class Steam Engineer Certificate recognized in British Columbia, Canada (Required)

Work Environment

Plant Environment. Ability to work in a variety of settings where maintenance work is performed.

Compensation Data

Annual Salary range: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00

LP offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including health and welfare benefits, career mobility, tuition reimbursement, volunteer opportunities, profit sharing and more.

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Responsibilities

Supervise heat energy operations as the designated Chief Power Engineer, ensuring safe, reliable operation of the energy system and compliance with applicable regulations and environmental standards. Train and lead personnel, coordinate maintenance and shutdown work, maintain required records, and report system deficiencies with plans to address them.

Requirements

Requires at least two years of production or manufacturing experience and two years of supervisory or management experience, or equivalent training and experience. A high school diploma or equivalent and a Third Class Steam Engineer Certificate recognized in British Columbia are required; two years of post-secondary education is strongly preferred.

Skills

Supervision
Energy System Operations
Thermal Oil Systems
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Compliance
Safety Management
Environmental Compliance
Maintenance Planning
Continuous Improvement
Team Leadership
Training and Coaching
Problem Solving
Conflict Management
Change Management
Distributed Control Systems
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word

Benefits

Health and Welfare Benefits
Career Mobility
Tuition Reimbursement
Volunteer Opportunities
Profit Sharing

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Chief Power Engineer
Third Class Steam Engineer Certificate
Heat Energy Operations
Energy System
GTS
Thermal Oil Loop
Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act
Power Plant Systems
Distributed Control Systems
Manufacturing
Production
Continuous Improvement
Safety Management
Environmental Compliance
Maintenance Planning
Work Orders
Shutdown Maintenance
Regulatory Compliance
License and Permit Conditions
Accident Prevention
Production Records
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Rotating Shift Schedule
Team Leadership
Training and Coaching

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