3rd Class Maintenance Engineer

University of Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Ottawa seeks a Third Class Maintenance Engineer to maintain and repair mechanical devices and HVAC systems across campus. The ideal candidate will possess a valid operating engineer license and demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Valid Third Class Operating Engineer license issued by TSSA.
• Experience in operating and maintaining building systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical inspections of building service rooms and areas.
• Conduct mechanical maintenance such as filter and belt changes.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Third Class Operating Engineer License

Job description

Job Title: Third Class Maintenance Engineer

Job Type: Employee

Duration in Months: N/A

Job Family: Maintenance and Operations

# of Open Positions: 1

Faculty/Service - Department: Infrastructure - Mechanical

Campus: Main Campus

Union Affiliation: IUOE/772A - Operating engineers

Date Posted: April 28, 2025

Hours per week: 40

Salary Grade: 772A Third Class Maintenance Engineer (772A)

Salary Range: $38.45 - $45.84

Position purpose: Reporting to the Manager, this position maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs mechanical devices and HVAC systems across campus to optimize equipment lifespan.

Responsibilities include:

1. Perform physical inspections of building service rooms and areas.
2. Verify environmental controls and ensure readings are within standards.
3. Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs seasonally.
4. Conduct mechanical maintenance such as filter and belt changes, greasing, etc.

Qualifications:

• Valid Third Class Operating Engineer license issued by TSSA.
• Experience in operating and maintaining building systems.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to work independently or in teams.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and building HVAC systems.
• Ability to read blueprints and manuals.
• Ability to work in confined spaces, on ladders, or scaffolds, and lift under 30 kg.
• Bilingual in French and English is an asset.

Key Competencies:

Planning, Initiative, Client Service Orientation, Teamwork and Cooperation.

The university values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all qualified persons, including Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and LGBTQIA2S+ persons. Applicants with disabilities requesting accommodations should contact [e-mail].