Campus Operating Engineer (3rd Class) – Facilities & Controls

University of Toronto; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 121,229,000 - 130,872,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Toronto is seeking a Third Class Operating Engineer to operate and maintain mechanical systems in assigned buildings. Duties include rounds, troubleshooting, and coordinating with contractors to ensure continuous service.

Requirements include a valid Ontario Third Class Certificate, at least 1 year of experience, and basic IT skills. Shift flexibility covering day, afternoon, and night, including weekends, is expected.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent plus Third Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in Ontario.
• At least 1 year of operating engineer experience with mechanical equipment operation and maintenance.
• Basic electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills; familiarity with Word, Excel and BAS.

Responsibilities

• Regular rounds to check mechanical equipment and perform needed service.
• Ensure continuous efficiency of mechanical equipment and services.
• Provide running maintenance for compressors and controls in various areas.
• Respond to trouble calls or alarms from buildings and nearby sites.
• Review computer printouts and alarms and take action.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and University trades when on shift.
• Housekeeping duties such as cleaning and painting.
• Respond to off-duty calls to fix emergencies.
• Maintain daily log sheets and communicate with relief shift engineer.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical knowledge

Record keeping

Communication

Customer service

Office software

Building Automation Systems

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Third Class Operating Engineer Certification (Ontario)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Windows OS

Building Automation Systems

Job description

University of Toronto is seeking a Third Class Operating Engineer to operate and maintain mechanical systems in assigned buildings. Duties include rounds, troubleshooting, and coordinating with contractors to ensure continuous service.

Requirements include a valid Ontario Third Class Certificate, at least 1 year of experience, and basic IT skills. Shift flexibility covering day, afternoon, and night, including weekends, is expected.