4th Class Power Engineer, Residential

Peterson Group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated 4th Class Power Engineer to join their residential maintenance team. This role involves maintaining and repairing essential building systems, ensuring smooth operations in a dynamic residential environment. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical foundation, particularly in plumbing and boiler systems, and a commitment to fostering positive relationships with tenants and contractors. If you thrive in a varied and fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you to contribute to a company focused on community and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of experience in building maintenance and operations.
• Technical Safety BC certified 4th class power engineer.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain major systems including boilers and plumbing.
• Respond to tenant work orders and maintain good relations.

Skills

Boiler Operation

Plumbing Systems

Building Automation Systems

Preventative Maintenance

Tenant Relations

Education

4th Class Power Engineer Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Job description

The ideal candidate is a Technical Safety BC fourth class power engineer certified professional with 3-4 years of hands-on experience.

We believe in forging long-lasting relationships to create positive change in our communities. We’re building Something Greater in each pillar of Peterson including real estate investment, development, property management, capital lending, and private equity. From one building on Alberni Street in Vancouver to a range of projects across North America, we’ve expanded into diverse areas of expertise across the real estate industry. Our interests include ownership in 7.2 million sq ft of commercial property, over 2,100 units of residential and hospitality, and participation in the development of an additional 16.4 million sq ft. As we continue to grow, we stay true to our values by putting relationships first, standing by our word and striving for Something Greater in everything we do.

We are looking for a 4th Class Power Engineer (Residential) to join our residential maintenance team as a Building Operator at Langara Gardens located in the Oakridge area (West 57 th and Cambie). The property is a 50-year-old, 21-acre property with 23 garden units and 4 towers (total 600 units). The role is responsible for maintaining and repairing boilers, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and other systems and involves extensive knowledge and background in boilers and plumbing.

The ideal candidate is a Technical Safety BC fourth class power engineer certified professional with 3-4 years of hands-on experience. A solution-focused individual with a solid technical foundation, especially in plumbing, boilers, and building automation systems, who takes pride in keepingbuildings running smoothly and efficiently. A friendly, respectful attitude with both tenants and team members is essential, especially when responding to repair requests or emergencies. This position is well suited for someone who enjoy variety in their day-to-day tasks and thrives in a dynamic, residential environment. It requires someone who is organized, proactive, and comfortable managing competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspecting major systems (boiler plant, DCW pump stations, DHW tanks, irrigation system, exhaust fans, electric motors, mechanical equipment and pools systems) and completes logs;
• Performing preventative maintenance according to approved schedules;
• Scheduling regular maintenance and repairs on equipment with in-house teams or service providers;
• Working with contractors for effective boiler maintenance as per Technical Safety BC requirements;
• Changing filters, fan belts, and performing maintenance and repairs of pumps and motors;
• Testing the boiler closed loop water system, maintaining logs, ensuring chemical levels are within norms, and ordering chemicals as needed;
• Routinely inspecting fire prevention system, including fire alarms, sprinkler systems and panels, and performing monthly generator testing;
• Prioritizing, responding to, and resolving tenant work orders promptly, while maintaining good tenant relations;
• Building and maintaining positive and professional relationships with tenants, contractors, and co-workers;
• Respectfully and capably representing the best interests of Peterson in all internal and external dealings;
• Assisting in organizing the day-to-day operations of the maintenance department;
• Actively participating in safety programs related to maintenance staff operations, working with Safety Committee developing programs, procedures, and training;
• Completing and submitting incident reports as required; and
• Constantly striving to develop and use accurate, relevant financial information and other quantitative data for informed decision making.

What You Bring

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in commercial and/or residential building maintenance and operations;
• Minimum 4th class power engineer’s certificate (Technical Safety BC certified);
• Possession of a valid BC issued Class 5 Driver License;
• Intermediate working knowledge of computer applications, especially Microsoft Office;
• Possessing extensive knowledge of boiler operation and maintenance;
• Demonstrating solid knowledge of plumbing systems, including replacing pump mechanical seals, gaskets, and couplings;
• Utilizing automated Direct Digital Controls (DDC) for building systems;
• Building and maintaining positive and professional relationships with tenants, contractors, and co-workers while working independently and collaboratively; and
• Using BMS for preventative maintenance and tenant requests, an asset.

Salary Range: $80,000 to $88,000 per year

Apply Now

We are an equal opportunity employer. Start challenging yourself today in an environment that embraces diversity and rewards innovation with competitive pay and great benefits. While we thank all candidates for their interest in joining our team, we will contact only those short-listed for an interview. Please note only Microsoft Word documents or PDF’s will be accepted. Submit your application through our online career centre.