3rd Class Operating Engineer - Plant Operations and Maintenance - Regular Full-Time 2026-18769 (2026-18769)

Sunnybrook; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunnybrook is seeking an experienced power plant and HVAC technician to operate boilers, steam and chillers, diesel generators, cogeneration plant, medical gas systems, and related equipment in the hospital's power plant and mechanical rooms.

You will maintain building automation and HVAC control systems, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot repairs, support emergencies, and collaborate with staff to ensure safe, reliable climate control and operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating boilers, chillers, generators and cogeneration.
• Experience with HVAC control systems and building automation.
• Strong preventive maintenance and repair skills for power plant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers, steam/electric chillers, diesel generators, GTG cogeneration plant, medical gas and HVAC systems.
• Maintain building automation and HVAC control systems.
• Perform maintenance on boilers, chillers, pumps and HVAC equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair air conditioning units.
• Maintain water treatment program.
• Diagnose problems and perform repairs to power plant and HVAC equipment.
• Follow preventive maintenance and housekeeping protocols in boiler/mechanical rooms.
• Respond to staff emergencies and temperature/building-related issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power plant operations

HVAC systems

Troubleshooting

Building automation

Team player

Communication skills

Preventive maintenance

Education

Ontario Third Class Operating Engineer certificate

Refrigeration license (asset)

Job description

Job Summary and Qualifications

• Operates boilers, steam/electric chillers, diesel generators, GTG cogeneration plant, medical gas and HVAC systems and all other associated equipment in the hospital’s power plant and mechanical rooms.
• Operates and maintains building automation and HVAC control system.
• Carries out maintenance on boilers, chillers, pumps and HVAC equipment.
• Responsible for trouble-shooting and major/minor repairs on air conditioning units.
• Maintains water treatment program.
• Diagnoses problems and performs major adjustments and repairs to power plant and HVAC equipment.
• Maintains preventive maintenance and housekeeping program in boiler and mechanical rooms.
• Responds to staff calls for emergencies, temperature adjustment, and other building related issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• Ontario Third Class Operating Engineer certificate.
• Significant, recent related experience in power plant operations.
• Experienced in HVAC systems and refrigeration.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and trouble shooting ability.
• Knowledge of building automation and HVAC control systems.
• Team player with the ability to carry out a variety of tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of computers.
• Cogeneration experience is an asset.
• Refrigeration license is an asset.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position including climbing ladders and stairs, walking, bending, stooping etc. Must have good manual dexterity and experience using industrial hand tools and power tools. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment including the use of a respirator. Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms. Must be able to work in confined spaces, work at heights and work from scissor lifts. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.