Operating Engineer B (3rd Class) - Building Shift Operations

University of Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Toronto is seeking an Operating Engineer B (3rd Class) to supervise building shift operations and ensure safe, economical operation of mechanical systems in accordance with TSSA regulations.

You will perform routine rounds, monitor cooling/heating equipment, respond to alarms, coordinate with outside contractors, and maintain logs. The role requires a 3rd Class OE certification, 1 year of experience, and knowledge of BAS or similar control systems.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience plus a Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in the Province of Ontario.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as an operating engineer.
• 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.
• Basic electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills, basic proficiency in standard office computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows OS) and familiarity with computerized Building Administration Systems or other computerized control systems.

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.
• Answers and reacts promptly to all trouble calls or alarms from buildings during off hour and weekend shifts.
• 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.
• 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.

Education

High School diploma

Third Class Operating Engineer Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Windows OS

Building Automation Systems

Job description

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Operating Engineer B (3rd Class) - Building Shift Operations

Description:

General Description of Class:

Under the direction of the Chief Operating Engineer and/or the Assistant Chief Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for building shift operations governed by TSSA regulations. The shift engineer is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of all mechanical and associated equipment and services in their area of responsibility.

Typical Duties:

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job; they in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated:

• 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;
• Answers and reacts promptly to all trouble calls or alarms from buildings during off hour and weekend shifts;
• 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;
• 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.

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) yearexperience as an operating engineer.
• Must have a good working knowledge ofthe 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 profi ciency 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.
• This position is not eligible for the Operating QET for TSSA OE certification

Work Schedule:

Must be available for day, afternoon and night shifts (including weekends and statutory holidays). Rotating shifts, 40hrs/week.

Please note:

This vacancy is for 2 positions.

Closing Date:10/28/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Hourly
Personnel Subarea:Unifor FT L2003
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $43.13/hr
Job Category: Engineering / Technical

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Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.
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