Plant Operator

Deep Sky is a Canadian company focused on carbon removal, with a mission to accelerate the development and deployment of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies. The company acts as a project developer and financier, identifying and scaling the most promising carbon capture approaches to help address the climate crisis. Deep Sky works to bridge the gap between early-stage carbon removal technologies and large-scale commercial deployment. The company partners with leading carbon removal technology providers to build and operate carbon capture facilities, with a focus on rigorous measurement, reporting, and verification of carbon removal outcomes. Deep Sky aims to make high-quality, permanent carbon removal accessible to corporate buyers seeking credible offsets and climate solutions. Their approach emphasizes scientific integrity and long-term durability of carbon storage. Deep Sky is distinguished by its focus on next-generation carbon removal methods, including enhanced weathering, direct air capture, and other novel CDR pathways. By concentrating development efforts in Canada, where favorable geology and energy resources support large-scale carbon storage, the company positions itself as a key infrastructure builder in the emerging carbon removal industry.

Key Responsibilities

Operate DAC process units, sorbent/regeneration systems, blowers, heat exchangers, compressors, pumps and related balance-of-plant equipment.

Support commissioning and startup activities including pre-startup checks, functional testing, system flushes, and coordination with engineering.

Monitor process parameters (flow, temperature, pressure, gas composition), execute control actions and maintain process stability.

Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and process issues; perform corrective actions or coordinate maintenance teams.

Conduct daily operational and safety checklists, rounds, and logs; escalate abnormal conditions promptly.

Perform routine mechanical maintenance, equipment adjustments, and minor repairs as required.

Assess equipment performance, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and report degradation or opportunities for optimization.

Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs), lockout/tagout, permit-to-work and all safety protocols.

Participate in startup/post-startup performance testing, data collection, and root cause investigations.

Support continuous improvement initiatives and operator training; mentor junior operators.

Perform other duties as assigned to meet plant and project objectives.

Qualifications

4th Class Power Engineering certification (required).

5–10 years commissioning, startup and operating experience in industrial process plants (preferably with gas handling, thermal regeneration, chemical processing, or air separation equipment).

Strong troubleshooting skills and demonstrated mechanical aptitude.

Hands-on experience with pumps, compressors, blowers, heat exchangers, valves, instrumentation and basic electrical controls.

Experience assessing equipment performance and interpreting process data.

Comfortable working outdoors and at heights; able to perform physical tasks.

Strong communication skills, teamwork orientation, and a desire to learn and adopt new technologies.

Willingness to work rotating shift schedules, on-call rotation and flexible hours during commissioning phases.

Desired Assets

Experience with carbon capture, adsorption/desorption systems, or CO2 handling.

Familiarity with DCS/PLC systems, PID control and basic process simulation/data analysis tools.

Trade certification (millwright, mechanic, electrician) or additional power engineering classes.