On-Campus 3rd Class Power Engineer – Boilers & Controls

Dalhousie University; Truro; Hybrid; CAD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension

Health and dental plans

Tuition assistance program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Dalhousie University in Halifax, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro, seeks a Power Engineer to operate boilers and chillers and supervise Thermal Plant controls. You will monitor system performance, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and efficiency across plant operations on campus.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of related experience, a valid 3rd Class Power Engineer certificate, and strong reading of drawings.

Qualifications

• Must have valid 3rd Class Power Engineer certificate recognized by Nova Scotia authorities.
• Minimum of three years of related experience.
• Knowledge of Metasys and Digital Control Systems (DCS) / burner management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints.
• Familiarity with OH&S regulations and university policies.
• Willingness to work shifts, including overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Operate boilers and chillers for maximum performance.
• Monitor Thermal Plant systems to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Perform maintenance to ensure continuous operation.
• Maintain a clean work environment in the thermal plant.
• Respond to critical alarms and troubleshoot problems.
• Complete log sheets and daily/weekly/monthly inspections.
• Manage energy using plant controls (Metasys/Rockwell).
• Provide relief coverage for regular shift operators as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Flexibility with shifts

OH&S awareness

Education

Third Class Power Engineer certificate

Tools

Metasys/DCS knowledge

Johnson Controls Metasys

Job description

Dalhousie University in Halifax, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro, seeks a Power Engineer to operate boilers and chillers and supervise Thermal Plant controls. You will monitor system performance, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure safety and efficiency across plant operations on campus.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of related experience, a valid 3rd Class Power Engineer certificate, and strong reading of drawings.