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3rd Class Power Engineer

3rd Class Power Engineer

Dalhousie University • Halifax, Canada
28 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Job Summary

Reporting to the Central Plant Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Key Responsibilities

  • Efficient operation of boilers and chillers (operation of biofuel system if in Truro location) for maximum performance
  • Provides ongoing monitoring of Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure safety and efficiency (ie. boilers, chillers, diesel generator, electrical transformer, controls, etc.)
  • Performs maintenance on Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure continuous operation
  • Maintains a clean work environment in the thermal plant
  • Performs other maintenance tasks as required
  • Responds appropriately to critical alarms by investigating and analyzing upset conditions in order to identify and correct problems or request assistance
  • Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
  • Performs water treatment control duties, as required
  • Completes log sheets on regular scheduled intervals, as directed
  • Completes daily log book entries on each shift as required
  • Completes daily, weekly and monthly inspection sheets, as directed
  • Energy management through Metasys/Rockwell Plant Controls as required and directed
  • Maintains a clean work environment
  • Will provide relief coverage for the regular shift operators in addition to their own regularly scheduled operating and maintenance shifts to make up their full-time hours
  • Performs other duties as required

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus

Required Qualifications

  • Valid 3rd Class Power Engineer’s certificate (standardized) recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour or equivalent
  • Minimum of three years recent and related experience
  • Knowledge and understanding of computer control systems including Johnson Controls Metasys and the Digital Control System (DCS) (burner management system and boiler modulating system) of boiler controls
  • Knowledge and understanding of computer use and various programs
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints
  • Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
  • Ability to take direction and be flexible in working hours
  • Must be willing and able to work shifts, rotating shifts and overtime, as required
  • General safety and WHMIS training an asset
  • Must be capable of working alone

Assets

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 99) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.

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