Mechanical Technician-FT- Goose Bay

Serco; Happy Valley-Goose Bay; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco Canada Inc. is seeking a skilled Power Engineer for Goose Bay operations.

You will operate CHP and remote boilers, monitor critical plant systems, and perform maintenance to ensure reliable heating and steam generation for 5 Wing Goose Bay. You will train apprentices and ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and contractual requirements while working within a collaborative team focused on defence and emergency services support for DND.

Qualifications

• Valid Inter-Provincial Power Engineering Third Class or Newfoundland equivalent.
• Power Engineer 3 certification.
• Three years’ experience in a high‑pressure power plant OR a relevant college diploma.
• NL Class 5 driver’s license required.
• Ability to obtain Enhanced Reliability security clearance.
• Must be able to pass pre‑employment drug and alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Operate CHP and remote boilers, control systems, and auxiliary equipment to meet steam demand loads.
• Monitor plant equipment, gauges, alarms, and meters to ensure safe operation.
• Perform maintenance on plant equipment and distribute systems as required.
• Train apprentices to Power Engineer standards and supervise as needed.
• Prepare cost estimates for plant and related system repairs.
• Read specifications and drawings to plan heating and steam distribution layouts.
• Maintain logs and records of work performed, labor, and materials used.
• Ensure compliance with contract safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Power engineering certifications

Inter-Provincial Third Class

Power Engineer 3 ticket

Power plant experience

Driver's license NL (Class 5)

Security clearance capability

Pre-employment drug screening

Education

Three years’ experience in a high-pressure power plant OR relevant college diploma

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

Are you a self-starter always thinking of better ways to do things? Are you looking to be part of a dynamic team focused on providing top-quality services to customers? If yes, please keep reading! As a member of Serco’s dynamic team, your expertise and collaborative skills will make a positive impact towards our military defense and safety of our soldiers. As the Royal Canadian Air Forces’ prime service provider at 5 Wing Goose Bay, Labrador, our team delivers comprehensive air operations, emergency services, logistics and engineering expertise to the Department of National Defence. We work on behalf of DND’s “no fail” mission at Goose Bay: supporting NORAD operations for the projection of air power on the north and northeast coasts of Canada, while supporting military training for the Canadian Armed Forces, Allies and NORAD. 5 Wing Goose Bay provides effective training facilities, adaptable infrastructures, and a unique, austere, and challenging training location. Currently, Serco Canada has over 1,200 employees across four provinces, including a strong and growing Indigenous workforce. You will be part of a team that works closely with the military customer and other Serco teams to deliver quality and efficient services to DND. The Serco team has been recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for 4 years in a row and received the prestigious Atlantic Canadian Aerospace and Defence Association. Industry Excellence Recognition Award for Gender and Diversity Excellence.

Purpose Of The Job

• Conduct work activities to provide, preventative maintenance (PM), corrective maintenance (CM), service calls for all CHP boilers, satellite boilers, oil fired furnaces, control systems, and all related auxiliary equipment to ensure systems are fully operational to meet the heating/steam generation requirements at 5 Wing.
• Ensure compliance with all Serco Canada Inc. policies and procedures, including but not limited to Code of Conduct and Ethics, Serco Management System, PDR’s, etc.
• Operate in compliance with the NL Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Compressed Air Regulations and the NL Public Safety Act.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Operate the CHP and remote boilers, control systems, and auxiliary equipment such as Air Compressors, Water Softener Plant and other plant equipment to meet steam demand loads for all facilities connected on the Steam distribution system.
• Monitor and inspect plant equipment, switches, valves, gauges, alarms, meters and other instruments to measure temperature, pressure and fuel flow, to detect leaks or other equipment malfunctions and to ensure efficient, safe operation of all related equipment/systems.
• Conduct heating/steam system work activities required to operate, install, service, repair, or replace steam heating, LTHW, or steam distribution systems.
• Maintain logs as directed and record all conditions concerning the Plant.
• Remotely monitor various buildings control systems using a computer.
• Work with Shift Supervisor in overseeing all activities of other trades personnel who may be working in the Plant.
• Act as Shift Supervisor when required as per the NL Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Compressed Air Regulations and the NL Public Safety Act.
• Perform mechanical tasks, and maintenance on all plant equipment, satellite boilers, and Steam distribution systems.
• Analyze and record instrument readings and equipment malfunctions and make adjustments or repairs as required.
• Preparation of cost estimates for plant and related system repairs.
• Read and interpret specifications, scopes, sketches or drawings to determine the layout of heating systems, and steam distribution requirements.
• Ensure all lifting devices in the CHP are safe to use and monitor the logbook associated with the devices.
• Monitor the storage area and keep a record of materials used.
• Document all information concerning the work performed, labour and materials used to complete assigned work.
• Train apprentices to Power Engineer standard and endorse appropriate documentation.
• Participate in assigned training/certification to perform work of the contract.
• Ensure all assigned deliverables and other reports are completed accurately and on time.
• Visibly demonstrate Serco Values and work practices while completing duties.
• May be required to perform work at remote and isolated sites.
• Other related duties relevant to this position as may be required.

Competencies

• Effective communication skills and ability to work cross functionally within the organization.
• Excellent collaborative and organizational skills.
• Strong degree of integrity and judgment.
• Willing to take ownership for the outcomes of tasks within scope of responsibility.
• Strong planning, coordination, execution and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and changing priorities.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Inter-Provincial Power Engineering Third Class Certificate of competency or Third Class accepted in the Province of Newfoundland.
• Possession of a Power Engineer 3 with Inter-Provincial Ticket
• Three years’ experience in a high-pressure power plant or three year diploma course at a reputable college.
• Possession of a valid NL Class 5 driver’s license is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain an Enhanced Reliability security clearance is required. May be required to upgrade to Secret Level II (dependent upon customer’s security requirements).
• Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening test.

Company Overview

Serco Canada Inc. strives to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves the Canadian Federal and Provincial governments and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of the posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple provinces, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable federal, provincial, and local leave laws This is a Canada-based role and this position is for an existing vacancy, unless stated otherwise in the job description. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail].