Operating Engineer B (3rd Class)

Résumé du poste

The incumbent is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment and building services. Duties include performing regular rounds, responding to alarms, coordinating with contractors, and maintaining detailed logs of all operational events.

Détails du poste

Date Posted: 09/15/2026Req ID: 50169Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & ServicesDepartment: F.&S. Utilities -06Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto) Existing Vacancy: Yes Description: Under the direction of the Manager, Mechanical Operations and Maintenance and/or leadership of the Lead Hand Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for the operation and maintenance in the building(s) assigned where a Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certificate is required either by law or due to the complexity of the operation and/or critical services provided for building environment and Faculty. The engineer is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of all mechanical and associated equipment and services in their area of responsibility. Typical Duties: The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job; they in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated: 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 serving areas such as computer rooms, laboratories, classrooms, offices, special faculty cold rooms/ warm rooms, etc.; answers and reacts promptly to all trouble calls or alarms from buildings, as well as from adjacent nearby buildings; 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; recommends major repairs; housekeeping: painting, sweeping floors, cleaning piping, boilers and equipment; responds to off duty calls to correct emergency situations and problems; and maintains daily log sheets on operating equipment and records all important events that occur during shift and communicates with relief shift engineer on event issues. Minimum Requirements: Education: High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience plus a Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in the Province of Ontario. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an operating engineer. Must have a 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. Must have: basic electrical knowledge and trouble-shooting skills, basic proficiency in standard office computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows OS) and familiarity with computerized Building Automation Systems or other computerized control systems. Other: Must have: good diagnostic and record keeping skills, the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and written), strong customer service skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others. Building Environmental Systems Certificate an asset. Shift Details: Regular 8 hour shifts, 40 hours per week. Must be available day, afternoon and night shifts, including weekends and holidays NOTE: This is a replacement position. Closing Date: 09/23/2026, 11:59PM ETEmployee Group: HourlyPersonnel Subarea:Unifor FT L2003Appointment Type: Budget - ContinuingSchedule: Full-TimePay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $43.13/hr Job Category: Information Technology (IT)

Ce que vous ferez

The incumbent is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment and building services. Duties include performing regular rounds, responding to alarms, coordinating with contractors, and maintaining detailed logs of all operational events.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a valid Third Class Operating Engineer Certificate in Ontario and have at least one year of relevant experience. Proficiency in mechanical systems, basic electrical troubleshooting, and standard office software is required.

Compétences indiquées

• Service à la clientèle · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Excel · Souhaitée
• record keeping · Souhaitée
• Communication · Souhaitée
• Troubleshooting · Souhaitée
• Microsoft Word · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Mechanical maintenance
• Boiler operation
• Refrigeration
• Air handling systems
• Troubleshooting
• Electrical knowledge
• Building automation systems
• Record keeping
• Diagnostic skills
• Communication
• Customer service
• Computer proficiency
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Record Keeping
• Air Handler
• Alarm Devices
• Electricity
• Boilers
• Building Management System
• Housekeeping
• Customer Service
• Information Technology
• Control Systems
• Environmental Control Systems Engineering
• Leadership
• Operations
• Painting

Domaines d’emploi

• Engineering
• Trades
• Energy
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Operating Engineer
• Facilities Engineer
• Mechanical Engineers
• Facilities Managers