3rd Class Stationary Engineer

BGIS; Gatineau; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BGIS is seeking a 3rd Class Stationary Engineer to operate and maintain heating and cooling plants in the National Capital Area. Key responsibilities include operating equipment, conducting mechanical tests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have relevant certification, experience, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience at the Class 3 level.
• Strong knowledge of heating and cooling plant equipment.
• Understanding of environmental standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain boilers, chillers, and generators.
• Conduct tests on mechanical equipment and water samples.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Mechanical testing

Problem-solving

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

3rd class Stationary Engineer certification

Job description

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With a team of over 6,500 professionals worldwide, we focus on enabling innovation through our services and actively seek new opportunities to benefit our clients' businesses. We manage over 320 million square feet across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Australia, and Asia. More information is available at www.bgis.com.

SUMMARY

The 3rd Class Stationary Engineer performs operational work in a central heating and cooling plant or central heating plant in the National Capital Area, reporting to the 1st Class Stationary Engineer. The PWGSC contract provides custodial services to federal government organizations in the region. BGIS supplies certified and trained Operating Engineers to manage, operate, and maintain various registered central heating and cooling plants.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate boilers, chillers, generators, combustion chambers, firing equipment, water pumps, valves, expansion joints, fans, distribution systems, and auxiliary equipment, including computer systems.
• Conduct tests on mechanical equipment and water samples to ensure reliability and proper chemical concentrations.
• Start up and shut down large oil and gas-fired boilers and generators, adjust controls, perform preventive maintenance, and replace parts as needed.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues using analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize various computer software programs related to plant operations.
• Perform chemical testing on water samples to ensure quality standards.
• Use hand and power tools for maintenance and repairs.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• 3-5 years of experience at the Class 3 level.
• Strong knowledge of heating and cooling plant equipment and systems, including boilers, chillers, generators, and related components.
• Understanding of environmental standards and occupational health and safety regulations.
• Ability to prepare work orders, operational reports, and documentation.
• Manual dexterity for repairing and overhauling equipment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting and collaboration.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• 3rd class Stationary Engineer certification.

At BGIS, we believe that diversity and inclusion are key drivers of our success. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and to providing equal employment opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds. Promoting diversity is essential to our organizational growth!

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