Operating Engineer B (3rd Class) - Building Shift Operations

University of Toronto•Toronto, ON

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Operating Engineer and/or the Assistant Chief Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for assisting the Engineer A (2nd Class Operating Engineer) in the shift operation of the Central Steam Plant, district heating system, co-generation, heat recovery installation and other campus equipment governed by TSSA regulations. The shift engineer is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of all mechanical and associated equipment and services in their area of responsibility.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience plus a Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in the Province of Ontario
Minimum of one (1) year experience as an operating engineer
Good working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment, including refrigeration, heating (e.g. boilers) and air handling systems, and ability to comprehend and apply environmental control principles
Basic electrical knowledge and trouble-shooting skills
Basic proficiency in standard office computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows OS)
Familiarity with computerized Building Automation Systems or other computerized control systems
Good diagnostic and record keeping skills
Ability to communicate effectively (both orally and written)
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work collaboratively with others

Nice To Haves

Building Environmental Systems Certificate

Responsibilities

Regular rounds to check mechanical equipment and perform needed mechanical service
Ensures continuous efficiency of all mechanical equipment services and faculty equipment
Provides running maintenance by checking lube levels of compressors and adjustments to all equipment and controls
Answers and reacts promptly to all trouble calls or alarms from buildings during off hour and weekend shifts
Reviews computer printouts and alarms and takes appropriate action
Co-ordinates and/or assists outside contractors and University of Toronto Trades Services when work is performed during shift
Housekeeping: painting, sweeping floors, cleaning piping, boilers and equipment
Responds to off duty calls to correct emergency situations and problems
Maintains daily log sheets on operating equipment and records all important events that occur during shift
Communicates with relief shift engineer on event issues