Class Stationary Engineer

Description:

• Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Operates and monitors the utility plants, building automation and fire systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance as required to keep equipment such as pumps, air compressors, water softeners and chillers operating in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responds to emergency calls of various types (fire alarms, floods, etc.)
• Performs inspection and maintenance on heating and cooling equipment both centrally supplied via tunnels as well as smaller building dedicated units.
• Performs inspection and maintenance on equipment located on satellite campuses.
• Requisitions materials.

Health & Safety

• In consideration of the University’s commitment to the safety and well-being of all faculty, support staff, students, and visitors, ensures all assigned activities are performed in compliance with all applicable legislation, regulations, codes, and standards related to facilities operations as well as occupational health and environmental safety. Adheres to departmental policy, procedures and safe work practices and complies with relevant health and safety legislation, developing and enhancing a safety culture among support staff.
• Maintains current health and safety certifications in all areas required to perform the functions of the position.

Other

• Works cooperatively with other trades, service providers and contractors.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned and supports departmental activities, including performing work of other classifications within scope of trade practice, level of incumbent’s capability/ competency/ skills, and/or regulatory requirements.
• May perform work of a lower classification/pay band.
• Coordinates the work of employees assigned to assist with tasks.

Qualifications:

• Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent
• Fourth Class Provincial Certificate
• Minimum of one-year recent experience as an Operating Engineer
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of oil and gas fired boilers, chillers, water softeners, air compressors and related auxiliary equipment.
• Familiarity with the operation of boiler control and building automation systems.
• Ability to read and interpreting electrical diagrams and blueprints
• Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario “G” class driver’s license.
• Ability to use MS Office applications, mobile phone, etc.