Facilities Power Engineer

Vancouver Fraser Port Authority; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite gym

Paid vacation

Learning opportunities

Job summary

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is seeking a Facilities Power Engineer to operate, inspect, maintain, and repair its mechanical, heating, cooling, and pressure systems across our facilities. You will support preventive maintenance, respond to alarms, and ensure compliance with safety codes and standard operating procedures while collaborating with contractors.

You bring a 4th Class Power Engineering certificate, a high school diploma, and at least three years of related experience, with

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma with a 4th Class Power Engineering certification and 3+ years post-certification experience in building operations.
• Proficiency in operating plant systems and building automation systems.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and maintenance management systems; energy management asset is a plus.
• Safety-conscious, dependable, and able to work independently or in a team.
• Willingness to work in diverse environments and shift work.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor plant heating, cooling, mechanical, and pressure systems 24/7.
• Analyze energy trends and adjust parameters for efficiency and reliability.
• Maintain detailed records, shift logs, and provide clear handovers.
• Respond to alarms and service calls; coordinate follow-up repairs.
• Support capital projects and system upgrades with input on maintainability.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors to ensure codes and best practices.

Skills

Building automation systems

Maintenance management systems

MS Office

Mechanical systems knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Safety instincts

Education

High school diploma

4th Class Power Engineering certification

Job description

JOIN US IN ENABLING TRADE THROUGH CANADA'SLARGEST PORT

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is an arm’s-lengthfederal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the lands and watersthat make up the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port. Our mandate, asoutlined in theCanada Marine Act, is to enable Canada’s trade objectiveson behalf of all Canadians, ensuring the safe movement of goods through thePort of Vancouver while protecting the environment and considering localcommunities.

As an organization with a significant impact on communitiesand businesses across Canada, the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is dedicatedto diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. We strive to create a workplacethat mirrors the richness of our community, empowering all employees to achievetheir full potential.

The Facilities Power Engineer is responsible for operating,inspecting, maintaining, and repairing mechanical, heating, cooling, andpressure systems across the plant and facility. This role supports preventativemaintenance, emergency response, and system upgrades while ensuring compliancewith codes, safety standards, and standard operating procedures. They collaboratewith contractors and tradespeople, interpret technical documentation, maintain accuraterecords, and contribute to asset reliability, energy efficiency, andoperational continuity through proactive maintenance and problem-solving.

What you do:

• Operateand monitor all plant and facility heating, cooling, mechanical, and pressure systems,including boilers, chillers, energy recovery systems, HVAC, pressure vessels, andpumps, etc. Ensure safe, efficient, and continuous 24/7 performance byadjusting systems to meet changing load demands.
• Monitorreal-time equipment performance using building automation systems, controls, meters,and sensors. Analyze weather, occupancy, and historical energy trends to adjustoperational parameters and optimize energy efficiency, occupant comfort,safety, and system reliability.
• Trackand document system efficiency, energy consumption, and operational trends to supportperformance analysis, root cause investigations, and continuous improvement.
• Respondto alarms, service calls, tickets, and operational disruptions to support emergencyresponse, maintain occupant safety, and ensure continuous building operations.Implement temporary solutions and coordinate follow-up repairs.
• Maintaindetailed operational records, including shift logs, system adjustments, key metrics,and equipment status. Provide clear shift handovers to ensure continuity
• Maintain,service, inspect, and repair mechanical, heating, cooling, and pressure systems,including but not limited to boilers, chillers, pressure vessels, HVAC, energy recoverysystems, pumps, chemical treatment, and emergency systems.
• Conductroutine and detailed inspections to detect wear, performance degradation, equipmentfaults, excessive vibration, and safety or regulatory compliance issues, etc.
• Performpreventative maintenance following PM schedules, task checklists, manufacturerspecifications, and industry best practice. Typical tasks include cleaning andlubricating equipment, replacing seals, gaskets, and strainers, verifying valveand control operation, maintaining chemical treatment and emergency systems,etc.
• Diagnoseand troubleshoot system issues such as equipment failures, pressure or temperatureinconsistencies, flow restrictions, actuator or valve malfunctions, etc.
• Completecorrective repairs within scope and elevate complex issues.
• Maintainaccurate records of inspections, repairs, maintenance activities, and system modificationsto support compliance, traceability, asset management, and knowledge sharing.Prepare reports summarizing work completed, issues identified, and recommendationsfor improvements.
• Monitorinventory of tools, consumables, and parts, and coordinate reordering as neededto ensure maintenance readiness and operational continuity.
• Supportcapital and operational projects involving mechanical, heating, cooling, and pressuresystems upgrades, replacements, and retrofits by reviewing design documents, provideinput on maintainability of designs, coordinating infrastructure tie-ins andsystem shutdowns, and assisting with system integration.
• Collaboratewith engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure compliance with codes,drawings, specifications, and best practices.
• Reviewand interpret technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, and specificationsto ensure accurate installations and integration with existing systems.
• Identifyand recommend opportunities to enhance system performance, energy efficiency,safety, and sustainability. Contribute to lifecycle planning, energy managementinitiatives, asset management, and long-term infrastructure improvements.

What you bring:

• Completionof a high school diploma, along with a valid 4th Class Power Engineering certificationand a minimum of 3 years of post-certification experience in buildingoperations.
• Proficiencyin operating plant systems, equipment, tools, and building automationsystems.
• Requiresworking knowledge of MS Office Suite and proficiency in maintenancemanagement systems. Formal training or certification in energy managementand efficiency is considered an asset.
• Mustbe a dependable, safety-conscious individual with strong technicalknowledge of mechanical, heating, cooling, and pressure systems.
• Mustbe self‑motivated to be productive while working independently andcollaboratively in an efficiency-focused operational environment,exercising sound judgment and initiative.
• Mustbe physically capable of performing demanding tasks, including work inconfined spaces, at heights, and near water.
• Strongproblem‑solving, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential forinteracting effectively with team members, contractors, and the public.
• Aproactive approach to preventive maintenance, regulatory compliance, andcontinuous improvement is expected.

What we offer:

• Market-competitivebase salaries and variable incentive plan
• Generousand inclusive benefits offering including retirement benefits plan
• Earnedtime off program
• Paidvacation and personal care leave
• Learning,development, and advancement opportunities
• Onsitegym with towel service in a national landmark in the heart of Vancouver’swaterfront
• Friendly,unique, and respectful workplace

Job type:Bargaining Unit (represented by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union), Casual, On Site.

Working environment:Thisposition is required to work in diverse environments, including exposure tonoise, odors, dust, fumes, and varying weather conditions. Tasks may requireworking at heights, over water, or in confined spaces, with occasional heavylifting and potential exposure to unsanitary conditions. Shift work is requiredto maintain uninterrupted 24/7 coverage, ensuring continuous operations.Operators are expected to provide coverage for extra hours on occasion when unplannedabsences or urgent repairs dictate.

Marine Transportation Security Clearance

This position is required to access restrictedareas/information. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a valid MarineTransportation Security Clearance as defined by the Marine TransportationSecurity Regulations.

This is Canadian-based employment, and all employees are expected to maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. Applicants advancing in the hiring process may be subject to technical assignments, psychometric assessments, and/or background checks, including but not limited to criminal record, credit, and/or reference checks.

At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our port community. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, and members of visible minorities. Reasonable accommodation can be provided in the selection process and while working with the port authority. If you require assistance with applying to our openings or are seeking accommodations to apply in an alternative format, please contact us at [e-mail]. We are committed to supporting your needs and will do our best to provide the necessary assistance.

We recognize and acknowledge that we are located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil‑Waututh) Nations. To learn more about our First Nation relations and commitment to reconciliation, please visit our website.

About Us

• Contributes to the competitiveness, growth, and prosperity of the Canadian economy.
• Organizes marine transportation services that meet port users’ needs at a reasonable cost.
• Provides a high level of safety and environmental protection.
• Responds to local needs and priorities.
• Encourages and considers input from port users and local communities.
• Re-invests around 90% of our revenues back into trade enabling infrastructure.

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority:

• Contributes to the competitiveness, growth, and prosperity of the Canadian economy.
• Organizes marine transportation services that meet port users’ needs at a reasonable cost.
• Provides a high level of safety and environmental protection.
• Responds to local needs and priorities.
• Encourages and considers input from port users and local communities.
• Re-invests around 90% of our revenues back into trade enabling infrastructure.

Our purpose statement
Enabling Canada's trade by being reliable and innovative, while protecting the environment.
Our values

• We drive efficiency to optimize performance.
• We build strong relationships to succeed together.
• We are customer-focused to deliver on our commitments.
• We are accountable to find solutions and take the right action.
• We are one team to achieve our purpose.