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Job Requisition ID:
2026-03442
Time Type:
Full time
Employee Group:
Union
Job Category:
Plant Operations - Central Plant
Employment Type:
Permanent
Department:
Facilities - Stationary Engineers
Hiring Range:
$41.55
Posting Information:
This posting is for an existing vacancy.
The internal posting deadline for this position is November 5 2026, at 11:59PM
Job Description:
Primary Purpose
The Stationary Engineer Third Class is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, preventive and breakdown maintenance of the heating, cooling and related plant equipment operated at all campus locations, as well as other duties as assigned.
Key Accountabilities
Strategic Planning
Supports strategic planning efforts addressing stewardship responsibilities and long-term sustainability of the University’s campus, facilities and infrastructure and maximizing opportunities for efficient delivery of campus services and optimal investments in University-wide infrastructure.
Operations
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Maintenance and repair of oil and gas-fired boilers, chillers, water softeners and high purity water treatment systems, air compressors, ammonia-based refrigeration units and related auxiliary equipment.
Operation and monitoring the utility plants, building automation, fire systems and elevator services.
Provide vacation relief coverage as required, performing the duties and responsibilities of other team members to ensure continuity of operations.
Performs maintenance and repairs as required to keep equipment such as pumps, air compressors, water softeners and deionizers, ammonia-based refrigeration units, chillers and cooling tower systems operating in a safe and efficient manner.
Inspects and maintains building HVAC, mechanical and plumbing system components.
Responds to emergency calls of various types, such as fire alarms.
Creates reports of equipment conditions and requisitioning materials.
Reports to the Shift Engineer in the absence of the Assistant Chief Stationary Engineer
In the absence of a Stationary Engineer Second Class, may be temporarily assigned as Shift Engineer and performs duties and responsibilities applicable to such assignment.
Ensures compliance with all requirements of the Operating Engineers Act.
Ensures compliance with all applicable requirements of the Boilers and Pressure Vessels Act and related provincial legislation administered by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA).
Health & Safety
In consideration of the University’s commitment to the safety and well-being of all faculty, support staff, students, and visitors, responsible for ensuring University facilities and departmental activities are compliant with all applicable legislation, regulations, codes and standards related to facilities operations as well as occupational health and environmental safety. Active in health and safety and incident prevention by adhering to departmental policy, procedures and safe work practices required by the University health, safety and environment management system (HSEMS), and in accordance with relevant health and safety legislation, developing and enhancing a safety culture among support staff.
Other
Performs the work of other trades as required to the limit of their skill and code requirements, including work of a trade of a lower pay band.
Required Qualifications
Education
Must have a minimum of an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent and a minimum of an Ontario Third Class Operating Engineer Certificate.
A Second-Class…