4th Class Power Engineer

Northview Residential REIT; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management company is seeking a 4th Class Power Engineer in Iqaluit, NU. This role involves operating and maintaining oil-fired heating systems, performing routine checks, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate holds a relevant certification and has experience with heating equipment. Join a passionate team and enjoy competitive benefits including housing allowance and travel options. Seize this opportunity for a unique career experience in a tight-knit community.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Medical, dental, and life insurance

Travel allowance

Housing provided or allowance

Tools and vehicle provided

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid 4th Class Power Engineer Certification.
• Experience operating oil-fired boilers and heating systems is required.
• Ability to work independently in remote environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain oil-fired heating systems and boilers.
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks and monitor system performance.
• Assist with mechanical upkeep supporting heating system reliability.
• Maintain accurate logs and safety compliance documentation.

Skills

Operation of oil-fired boilers

Routine maintenance of heating equipment

Familiarity with pumps and motors

Self-motivated and reliable

Education

4th Class Power Engineer Certification

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Job description

At Northview, we are a passionate, community-focused team dedicated to making our properties the best they can be. We are proud to live, work, and play in the neighborhoods we serve, next to our residents, hotel guests, and commercial tenants across Canada.

We are seeking a 4th Class Power Engineer to join our facilities team in Iqaluit, NU. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this role focuses on routine operation, monitoring, and maintenance activities to support heating system reliability. Working closely with certified Oil Heat Systems Technicians and Plumbers, the Power Engineer helps ensure that residential mechanical systems remain in safe operating condition year-round.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and conduct routine maintenance on oil-fired heating systems, boilers, and associated mechanical equipment in accordance with certification limits and applicable codes
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks such as lubrication, tightening, filter replacement, visual inspections, and operational checks on boilers, pumps, motors, valves, control devices, forced-air furnaces, and hot water tanks (excluding burner servicing, combustion adjustments, or regulated repairs requiring a higher certification)
• Monitor system performance, identify deficiencies, and report issues for escalation to Oil Heat Systems Technicians or Plumbers when specialized repairs or licensing is required
• Assist with basic mechanical upkeep supporting heating system reliability (e.g., gasket replacements, insulation repairs, minor leak response within scope)
• Maintain accurate boiler logs, operational data, and safety compliance documentation
• Participate in inventory checks and provide materials recommendations for sealift/resupply planning
• Join a rotating on-call schedule for emergency operational response
• Travel to other communities as needed to support facilities operations
• Follow and promote all safe work procedures, lock-out/tag-out protocols, and regulatory requirements at all times
• Collaborate with certified Oil Heat Systems Technicians and licensed Plumbers to ensure systems remain safe and functional

Qualifications

• Valid 4th Class Power Engineer Certification
• Experience with operation and routine maintenance of oil-fired boilers and heating equipment
• Familiarity with pumps, motors, basic control systems, and heat distribution equipment
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Able to pass a criminal background check free from relevant convictions
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently in remote environments while contributing to a collaborative team

Why Join Northview? Why Iqaluit?

• Tight-knit community
• Unique career experience
• Autonomy and responsibility
• Stable employer with long-term work

What’s In It For You?

• Rotational or relocation options available!
• Competitive hourly rate
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Travel provided or allowance
• Housing provided or allowance
• Overtime opportunities
• Tools, PPE, vehicle provided

If your background matches the qualifications listed above and you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the communities we serve, please submit your resume in confidence. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue through the selection process will be contacted. Northview welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.