3rd Class Power Engineer

Dalhousie University; Truro; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Health and dental plans

Tuition assistance program

Health spending account

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dalhousie University in Halifax with Truro campus facilities seeks a capable Power Plant Operator to manage boilers and chillers, monitor Metasys and DCS controls, and ensure safe, efficient operation across shifts.

Requirements include a valid 3rd Class Power Engineer certificate, 3+ years of relevant experience, and the ability to read drawings. The role emphasizes safety, energy management, and operational reliability on campus.

Qualifications

• Valid 3rd Class Power Engineer’s certificate recognized by NS Labour.
• Minimum of three years related experience in a thermal plant.
• Knowledge of Metasys and DCS boiler controls.
• Proficient with computer use and various programs.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints.
• Willingness to work shifts, overtime, and flexible hours.
• Familiar with NSOHSA Act and university safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Efficient operation of boilers and chillers for maximum performance.
• Monitor Thermal Plant systems to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Perform maintenance on Thermal Plant equipment to ensure continuous operation.
• Maintain a clean work environment and complete logs as directed.
• Respond to alarms and resolve issues or request assistance.
• Provide shift coverage and energy management using Metasys/DCS.

Skills

Power engineering

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Education

3rd Class Power Engineer's certificate

Tools

Metasys

DCS knowledge

Job description

Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Central Plant Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Efficient operation of boilers and chillers (operation of biofuel system if in Truro location) for maximum performance
• Provides ongoing monitoring of Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure safety and efficiency (ie. boilers, chillers, diesel generator, electrical transformer, controls, etc.)
• Performs maintenance on Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure continuous operation
• Maintains a clean work environment in the thermal plant
• Performs other maintenance tasks as required
• Responds appropriately to critical alarms by investigating and analyzing upset conditions in order to identify and correct problems or request assistance
• Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
• Performs water treatment control duties, as required
• Completes log sheets on regular scheduled intervals, as directed
• Completes daily log book entries on each shift as required
• Completes daily, weekly and monthly inspection sheets, as directed
• Energy management through Metasys/Rockwell Plant Controls as required and directed
• Maintains a clean work environment
• Will provide relief coverage for the regular shift operators in addition to their own regularly scheduled operating and maintenance shifts to make up their full-time hours
• Performs other duties as required

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus

Required Qualifications

• Valid 3rd Class Power Engineer’s certificate (standardized) recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour or equivalent
• Minimum of three years recent and related experience
• Knowledge and understanding of computer control systems including Johnson Controls Metasys and the Digital Control System ( DCS ) (burner management system and boiler modulating system) of boiler controls
• Knowledge and understanding of computer use and various programs
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints
• Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations
• Ability to take direction and be flexible in working hours
• Must be willing and able to work shifts, rotating shifts and overtime, as required
• General safety and WHMIS training an asset
• Must be capable of working alone

Application Consideration

Bargaining unit employees ( NSGEU local 99) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit. We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle.

Our total compensation package includes:

• defined benefit pension plan
• health and dental plans
• a health spending account
• an employee and family assistance program
• a tuition assistance program

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity.

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Résumé / Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter