Staff - Union
Job Category
IUOE 115
Job Profile
IUOE - Operating Engineer
Job Title
Operating Engineer
Department
Mechanical Operations Trades | Mechanical | Building Operations | Facilities
Compensation Range
$6,936.00 - $6,936.00 CAD Monthly
Posting End Date
August 9, 2026
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.
This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks
Job End Date
Ongoing
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Job Description Summary
Operating Engineers are responsible for the operation, maintenance, and inspection of all mechanical systems and equipment within campus facilities, which fall under the Power Engineer, Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Refrigeration Safety Regulation (PEBPVRSR).
Organizational Status
Reports to the Operations Head.
Work Performed
- Operates and maintains all regulated mechanical equipment systems within campus facilities including boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, air receivers and other regulated equipment under the PEBPVRSR.
- Performs regulatory inspections and assessments of systems and equipment within campus facilities including steam boiler plants, chiller plants, district energy systems, laboratory ventilation systems, air handling units, compressors, related equipment. They maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and operational logbooks to ensure optimal performance and compliance.
- Performs routine maintenance including checking on the condition of belt drives for belt wear, alignment, and tension; replacement and re-alignment of fan coil belts and minor supply/exhaust fan belts when required; checking various pump operations and controls including sump pumps; assessing compressors and draining moisture and oil from air receivers and vacuum tanks, replacing air filters and reports on condition of such equipment; performing emergency generator testing as required; and ensuring compliance with documentation and schedules.
- Utilizes the Building Management Systems (BMS) to evaluate system operation and performance, to identify malfunctions in noted equipment, and to stop and start local and remote equipment as directed.
- Performs routine tests and control of chemical treatment in campus facilities including boiler plants, chiller plants, building heating and air-conditioning systems and maintains all records according to policies and procedures.
- Answers service and emergency calls, assesses repairs required, or determines what action is to be taken. Investigates emergency calls and renders equipment and systems safe; if required, takes action as soon as possible to minimize problems associated with emergencies, as detailed in the Emergency Communication Protocol.
- Reports on general condition of mechanical equipment rooms. Takes immediate action to correct any housekeeping, potential safety hazards in mechanical equipment spaces.
- May be required to perform other duties related to the qualifications and requirements.
Consequence of Error/Judgement
Close attention is required to identify and correct mechanical problems in systems and equipment that could result in serious safety and financial concerns and/or loss of service to the University.
Supervision Received
The Operating Engineer works under the supervision of the Operations Head or, as needed, the Operations Sub-Heads.
Supervision Given
None
Minimum Qualifications
- BC Fourth Class Power Engineer.
- BC 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate of Competency.
- 3-5 years experience in a building mechanical systems environment.
- Valid B.C. Class 5 driver s license.
- Knowledge of windows based software.
- Knowledge of building operations including but not limited to BAS, HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, life safety etc.
- Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
- Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion
