Stationary Engineer rd Class

Location

Waterloo, ON | Canada

Job description

The Stationary Engineer 3rd Class is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, preventive and breakdown maintenance of the heating, cooling and related plant equipment operated at all campus locations, as well as other duties as assigned.

Payment of unions dues are required. Candidates should be able to work 12-hour shift rotation schedules which includes nights and weekends. 

This position pays $36.67/hour.

Strategic Planning

• Supports strategic planning efforts addressing stewardship responsibilities and long-term sustainability of the University’s campus, facilities and infrastructure and maximizing opportunities for efficient delivery of campus services and optimal investments in University-wide infrastructure

Duties or Responsibilities

• Operations: Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Maintenance and repair of oil and gas fired boilers, chillers, water softeners and high purity water treatment systems, air compressors, ammonia based refrigeration units and related auxiliary equipment
• Operating and monitoring the utility plants, building automation, fire systems and elevator services
• Performing maintenance and repairs as required to keep equipment such as pumps, air compressors, water softeners and deionizers, ammonia-based refrigeration units, chillers and cooling tower systems operating in a safe and efficient manner
• Inspection and maintenance of building HVAC, mechanical and plumbing system components
• Responding to emergency calls of various types such as fire alarms
• Creating reports of equipment conditions and requisitioning materials
• Reports to the Shift Engineer in the absence of the Chief Stationary Enginee
• In the absence of a Stationary Engineer 2nd Class, may be temporarily assigned as Shift Engineer and performs duties and responsibilities applicable to such assignment

Health & Safety

• In consideration of the University’s commitment to the safety and well-being of all faculty, support staff, students, and visitors, responsible for ensuring University facilities and departmental activities are compliant with all applicable legislation, regulations, codes and standards related to facilities operations as well as occupational health and environmental safety. Active in health and safety and incident prevention by adhering to departmental policy, procedures and safe work practices required by the University health, safety and environment management system (HSEMS), and in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation, developing and enhancing a safety culture among support staff.

Other

• Performs the work of other trades as required to the limit of their skill and code requirements, including work of a trade of a lower pay band.

• Must have a minimum of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent and a minimum of an Ontario 3rd Class Operating Engineer Certificate
• Minimum of two years recent experience as an Ontario-certified 3rd Class Operating Engineer
• Experience in the operation and maintenance of oil and gas fired boilers, chillers, water softeners, air compressors and ammonia based refrigeration units and related auxiliary equipment
• Must be familiar with the operation of boiler control and building automation systems
• Must maintain a valid Ontario class 'G' driver's license or equivalent

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations .

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at  [email protected] or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935.

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