Operating Engineer B (3rd Class)

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Ontario is seeking an Operating Engineer responsible for the maintenance and operation of mechanical systems in assigned buildings. The ideal candidate must hold a valid 3rd Class Operating Engineer Certification and have at least one year of experience. This position involves regular checks of mechanical equipment, responding to alarms, and coordinating with contractors, ensuring efficient service. Full-time shifts require availability for days, afternoons, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent with a valid 3rd Class Operating Engineer Certification.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an operating engineer with knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Strong communication and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular checks on mechanical equipment and provide needed services.
• Ensure efficiency of mechanical equipment services.
• Respond to alarms and coordinate with contractors.

Skills

Mechanical equipment maintenance

Basic electrical knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Customer service skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Third Class Operating Engineer Certification

Job description

Date Posted: 02/02/2026
Req ID: 46748
Faculty/Division: Asst VP - Operations & Services
Department: F.&S. Utilities -06
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Overview

Under the direction of the Manager, Mechanical Operations and Maintenance and/or leadership of the Lead Hand Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for the operation and maintenance in the building(s) assigned where a Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certificate is required either by law or due to the complexity of the operation and/or critical services provided for building environment and Faculty. The engineer is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of all mechanical and associated equipment and services in their area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• regular rounds to check mechanical equipment and perform needed mechanical service;
• ensures continuous efficiency of all mechanical equipment services and faculty equipment;
• provides running maintenance by checking lube levels of compressors and adjustments to all equipment and controls serving areas such as computer rooms, laboratories, classrooms, offices, special faculty cold rooms/ warm rooms, etc.;
• answers and reacts promptly to all trouble calls or alarms from buildings, as well as from adjacent nearby buildings;
• reviews computer printouts and alarms and takes appropriate action;
• co-ordinates and/or assists outside contractors and University of Toronto Trades Services when work is performed during shift;
• recommends major repairs;
• housekeeping: painting, sweeping floors, cleaning piping, boilers and equipment;
• responds to off duty calls to correct emergency situations and problems; and
• maintains daily log sheets on operating equipment and records all important events that occur during shift and communicates with relief shift engineer on event issues.

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience plus a Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in the Province of Ontario.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience as an operating engineer. Must have a good working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment, including refrigeration, heating (e.g. boilers) and air handling systems, and ability to comprehend and apply environmental control principles. Must have: basic electrical knowledge and trouble-shooting skills, basic proficiency in standard office computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows OS) and familiarity with computerized Building Automation Systems or other computerized control systems.
• Other: Must have: good diagnostic and record keeping skills, the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and written), strong customer service skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others. Building Environmental Systems Certificate an asset.

Details

• Shift Details: Regular 8 hour shifts, 40 hours per week. Must be available day, afternoon and night shifts, including weekends and holidays
• NOTE : This is a replacement position.
• Closing Date: 02/23/2026, 11:59PM ET
• Employee Group: Hourly
• Personnel Subarea: Unifor FT L2003
• Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
• Schedule: Full-Time
• Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $42.37/hr
• Job Category: Engineering / Technical