Mechanical engineer Jobs in Comox, BC

Role Summary

The Building Operator / 4th Class Power Engineer is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and optimization of building systems across client facilities in Campbell River and the Comox Valley. With a strong focus on steam, boiler, and hot water systems, this role ensures reliable building performance, regulatory compliance, and a high standard of service for clients and occupants. Success in this role means safe operations, well-maintained systems, and trusted client relationships.

Why This Role Matters to Modern Niagara

Building Operators are critical to keeping our clients’ facilities operating safely, efficiently, and without disruption. Their expertise directly supports occupant comfort, asset reliability, and Modern Niagara’s reputation for technical excellence, safety leadership, and long-term client partnerships.

Key Impact / Purpose

Deliver safe, reliable, and efficient operation of mechanical, electrical, and building systems

Protect client assets by identifying deficiencies, recommending improvements, and maintaining system performance

Strengthen client relationships through clear communication, responsiveness, and professionalism

Support Modern Niagara’s safety-first culture by consistently adhering to regulatory and company standards

Duties and Responsibilities

Operate, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair boilers, HVAC systems, electrical systems, and plumbing systems, with a primary emphasis on steam, boiler, and hot water units

Maintain all mechanical, electrical, and craft services within design capabilities and prescribed environmental conditions

Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure efficient and reliable system operation

Communicate daily with supervisors and building personnel regarding service issues, system status, and required actions

Develop and maintain operating instructions and procedures for equipment and systems

Establish and execute periodic operational testing schedules for critical equipment and systems

Evaluate system performance and provide deficiency reports and improvement recommendations to the Supervisor

Establish performance standards and ensure work is completed in accordance with quality and safety expectations

Escort and oversee subcontractors performing outsourced building services

Support commissioning activities for new or upgraded plant and equipment

Train new and existing client staff from pre-construction through construction and operational phases

Perform other duties as required within the scope of contractual obligations

Must Haves

4th Class Power Engineer Certification (TSBC) or equivalent (TSSA)

Strong subject matter expertise in steam, boiler, and hot water systems

Minimum 5 years of experience in general building maintenance

Working knowledge of WHMIS, provincial safety legislation, and applicable building codes and regulations

Experience using CMMS, Building Automation Systems (BAS), and Microsoft Office applications

Excellent communication skills with a strong customer-service mindset

Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment

Nice to Haves

Experience working in a hospital or healthcare environment

Exposure to commissioning activities and client staff training

Familiarity with multi-site facility operations

This is an evergreen position.

Expected compensation : $ – $ per hour, commensurate with experience.

Modern Niagara Offers

Modern Niagara offers a competitive total compensation package including :

Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a generous employer contribution

Flexible Health and Dental benefits with tiered options to meet the needs of you and your family

An annual health spending account to support your overall wellness

24 / 7 confidential support through our Employee and Family Assistance Program with access to comprehensive resources and professional services

A competitive vacation package with additional vacation granted throughout your tenure with the organization

Employer Paid Parental Leave Top Up

Annual Community Day dedicated to volunteering and giving back to the communities where we live and work

Corporate discounts through various vendors across Canada, including fitness, mobile phones, travel, home and auto insurance, and more

Here at Modern Niagara, because we know our people are the best in the industry, we pride ourselves on providing a total compensation package that rewards hard work and supports employees and their families in their overall wellbeing.

About Modern Niagara

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure — and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal. We build for life.

Our Culture & Values

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do, and our award-winning safety culture consistently performs well above industry standards.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Modern Niagara

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization where everyone has access to opportunity, feels a sense of belonging, and can thrive. We actively work to remove barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (including women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, 2SLGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and newcomers to Canada) in the construction industry. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences and are committed to a barrier-free hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at so we can make appropriate arrangements.

We appreciate every applicant’s interest in joining Modern Niagara. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.