Power Engineer - 3rd Class
- Peace River, AB, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
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- Experience
- 3-5 years of experience at the Class 3 level
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Summary
JOB DESCRIPTION
The 3rd Class Power Engineer performs operational work in a central heating and cooling plant or central heating plant and reports to the Maintenance Team Leader - MTL. BGIS functions to render service to clients in providing certified and trained Operating Engineers to manage, operate and maintain various registered central heating and cooling plants.
Please note, this opportunity is located in Peace River, AB.
Why BGIS?
JOB DESCRIPTION
The 3rd Class Power Engineer performs operational work in a central heating and cooling plant or central heating plant and reports to the Maintenance Team Leader - MTL. BGIS functions to render service to clients in providing certified and trained Operating Engineers to manage, operate and maintain various registered central heating and cooling plants.
Please note, this opportunity is located in Peace River, AB.
Why BGIS?
- Competitive Wages
- Health & Dental Benefits
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Flex & Floater Days
- Tools, Boots & Uniform Provided
- RRSP Match Program
- Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Rewards & Recognition Program
- Partner Discounts
- Experience with the operating characteristics of boilers, chillers, generators, combustion chambers, firing equipment, water pumps, valves, expansion joints, fans, distribution systems and auxiliary equipment including computer systems. This knowledge is needed to deliver to clients a safe and continuous control of temperature to achieve their specific environmental requirements. This knowledge is necessary to obtain provincial or standardized operating engineering certification.
- The work requires knowledge of testing methods to carry out tests on mechanical equipment and water samples. This knowledge is necessary to assure the reliability of plant equipment and to determine and adjust chemical concentrations in water.
- This employee must have the skills needed to start up and shut down large oil and gas fired boilers and generators, adjust controls that regulate output, perform preventive maintenance and, on occasion, remove and replace parts.
- Troubleshooting activities demand analytical and problem solving skills.
- The 3rd Class Power Engineer must work with a variety of computer software programs.
- The work requires skill in conducting standardized tests to determine chemical concentrations in water.
- The incumbent uses a variety of hand and power tools in the work.
- 3-5 years of experience at the Class 3 level
- Experience working with government facilities/clients is considered a strong asset
- The incumbent must have significant knowledge of the operation of heating and cooling plant equipment and systems. This includes a familiarity with the operating characteristics of boilers, chillers, generators, combustion chambers, firing equipment, water pumps, valves, expansion joints, fans, distribution systems and auxiliary equipment including computer systems. This knowledge is needed to deliver to clients a safe and continuous control of temperature to achieve their specific environmental requirements. This knowledge is necessary to obtain provincial or standardized operating engineering certification.
- General knowledge of federal and provincial regulations related to environmental standards and occupational health and safety in plant operations
- Knowledge of administrative practices is needed to prepare work orders and documents, to compile operational data for monthly reports to management for the annual estimates and to write reports with recommendations
- Manual dexterity is required to repair and overhaul operating plant and extensive distribution systems equipment, pumps, valves, expansion joints and fans. This employee performs seasonal maintenance on plant equipment.
- Written communication skill is needed to record information in a written shift log and to prepare reports, complete various forms, time sheets, travel claims and procurement documents. Verbal communication is required to describe mechanical problems to colleagues.
- 3rd class Power Engineer certification
- Valid Driver's License
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain a central heating and cooling plant, including boilers, chillers, generators, pumps, valves, and related distribution systems, to provide safe and reliable temperature control. Conduct equipment and water tests, perform preventive and seasonal maintenance, troubleshoot and repair equipment, and maintain operational logs and reports.
Requirements
Requires 3–5 years of experience at the Class 3 level, 3rd Class Power Engineer certification, and a valid driver's license. Candidates should have substantial knowledge of plant equipment and systems, relevant environmental and occupational safety regulations, testing and maintenance practices, and operational documentation; experience with government facilities or clients is an asset.
Skills
- Boiler Operation
- Chiller Operation
- Generator Operation
- Heating And Cooling Plant Operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Water Testing And Chemical Analysis
- Mechanical Repair And Overhaul
- Operating Engineering Certification
- Environmental And Occupational Health And Safety Regulations
- Operational Reporting And Documentation
- Computer Software
- Hand And Power Tools
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Problem Solving
Benefits
- Health And Dental Benefits
- Paid Vacation Time
- Paid Flex And Floater Days
- Tools, Boots, And Uniform Provided
- RRSP Match Program
- Continuing Education And Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Rewards And Recognition Program
- Partner Discounts
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Engineering
- Trades
- Energy
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- 3rd Class Power Engineer
- Central Heating Plant
- Central Heating And Cooling Plant
- Boilers
- Chillers
- Generators
- Combustion Chambers
- Firing Equipment
- Water Pumps
- Valves
- Expansion Joints
- Fans
- Distribution Systems
- Auxiliary Equipment
- Computer Systems
- Water Testing
- Chemical Concentrations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Seasonal Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Repair
- Hand Tools
- Power Tools
- Environmental Standards
- Occupational Health And Safety
- Work Orders
- Operational Reports
- Shift Logs
- Government Facilities
- Valid Driver's License