Engineer

The University of British Columbia; East Central Okanagan Electoral Area; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to operate and maintain campus boiler, cooling, and district energy systems in a 24/7 environment. The role includes monitoring automation, coordinating with contractors, and maintaining safety and utility records.

Ideal candidates have a Grade 12 plus Power Engineering journeyman status, 6+ years of related experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent plus completion of trades training in Power Engineering to journeyman status (4th class power Engineer).
• Over 6 years progressive related experience.
• Cross connection certification an asset.
• Experience in refrigeration, HVAC repair, and gas fitting an asset.
• Building Automation Systems experience is also an asset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety checks and maintain log books across shifts.
• Operate and maintain boilers, cooling towers, pumps, HVAC systems and related equipment 24/7.
• Work with external contractors and rely on professional services for complex projects.
• Maintain records and enter data in the work order and Excel tracking systems.
• Respond to alarms, floods, power disruptions, and other emergencies; support on-call duties.

Skills

Team player

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Flexibility

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Power Engineering 4th class (journeyman)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Staff - Union Job Category BCGEU Okanagan Support Staff Job Profile BCGEU OK Salaried - Engineer Job Title Engineer Department UBCO | Operations and Utilities | Facilities Management Compensation Range $5,713.00 - $6,545.00 CAD Monthly Posting End Date September 28, 2026 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks Job End Date Ongoing An additional $1/hour stipend will be added for Red Seal or Power Engineer Class 4 Certificate. At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for operating and maintaining building equipment and infrastructure related to boilers, cooling towers, pumps, air compressors, geo-exchange and district energy system HVAC systems, controls, assists in fire suppression systems and other related equipment to ensure the campus remains operational 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Organizational Status Reports to the Charge Engineer. Maintains effective working relationships with a variety of internal and external groups, including UBC faculties, staff and administrative departments, other institutions, external agencies, advisory committees, professional associations and community organizations.

Work Performed

1. 1. Provides safety checks by:
   • Review daily log book to maintain communication continuity between shifts.
   • Follow log book procedure as in accordance to the BC safety authority.
   • Inspect Boiler systems for safe operation and report abnormalities to the Charge Engineer.
   • Conduct rounds of building mechanical rooms and report abnormalities to the Charge Engineer.
   • Follow all safety procedures such as lock out, fall arrest, confined space entry, etc.
   • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
   • Attend job related safety training.
2. 2. Complete systems operation and maintenance, essential to UBC operations, including:
   • Monitor water quality in both open aquifer loop, district energy system heating and cooling systems and report anomalies or water quality concerns to the Manager, Engineering and Utility Services.
   • Works in a team approach to assist in the safe operation and maintenance of the campus mechanical systems and supporting infrastructure.
   • Work with required professional services or external contractors to assist in planning, designing and execution of complex system related contract work.
   • Assists in collection of records of utility data such as meter readings.
   • Conducts preventative maintenance of the specialized and highly technical district energy systems, geo-exchange systems, HVAC systems, boiler and chiller systems, air and vacuum compressors, and supporting infrastructure, requiring significant periods of concentration throughout the day.
   • Reports the need for inventory items requiring replenishing to the Charge Engineer.
   • Responds to urgent University situations such as fire alarms, floods, leaks, power disruptions, etc.
   • Conducts periodical fire hydrant flushing and testing, as well as campus wide unidirectional flushing.
   • Assists in routine fire sprinkler system tests.
   • Enters work order status into work order system.
   • Purchasing of supplies and recording into excel tracking system.
   • Monitors and makes necessary adjustments to building automation systems.
   • Responds to space temperature complaints.
   • Minor cleaning of mechanical areas.
   • Performs backflow testing.
3. 3. Responsible for administrative functions such as:
   • Keeping and maintaining necessary administrative and systems records, such as log books, records, and tool inventories.
   • Responsible for holding a p-card and monthly reconciliations.
4. 4. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Errors in judgement could result in damage to buildings and/or equipment, classes being cancelled or delayed, lost revenue from chargeable booking, unnecessary over time, delayed or cancelled events. Errors in dealing with security and/or emergency calls could lead to increased risk of injury or property damage. Failure to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods, such as lock-out procedures, could result in safety hazards to the campus community and co-workers. Campus community safety would be compromised. It could also cause a backlog in the work load and delays in critical business functions. Poor judgement could result in injury to staff, students and faculty, reduced service to the University and its staff as well as significant financial repercussions.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Charge Engineer. Under the general direction of the Manager, Engineering and Utility Services.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own
• Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent plus completion of trades training in Power Engineering to journeyman status (4th class power Engineer).
• Over 6 years progressive related experience.
• Cross connection control certification an asset.
• Experience in refrigeration, HVAC repair, and gas fitting an asset.
• Building Automation Systems experience is also an asset.
• Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Valid Class 5 Driver s License required.
• Ability to perform strenuous physical work and assume uncomfortable awkward positions. Required to lift up to 50lbs on a frequent basis. Must be able to work in areas which have higher levels of noise using proper hearing protection.
• Proven ability to operate hand and power tools and equipment, work in confined areas, withstand heights and/or long periods of bending, and working in extreme climate conditions on a continuous basis.
• Able to work flexible hours and or shifts and possibly weekends. This position is also required to share the responsibility of being on-call.
• Analytical thinking that incorporates creativity and innovation.
• Flexibility and comfort with change.
• Good customer service and communication skills are required.
• Must be a team player.
• Rotational shifts may be required due to operational requirements.

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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