POWER ENGINEER

Rank Group; Halifax; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental benefits

GRRSP matching program

Pizza Fridays!

Job summary

Rank Group, based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Power Engineer to join our team at our downtown portfolio. The role focuses on safe operation and maintenance of boiler systems, chillers, AHU’s, hydronic delivery systems and life-safety components in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates hold a 4th Class Power Engineer license and have experience with building systems and energy management. This on-site position offers competitive wages, health benefits, and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have valid 4th Class Power Engineer license (at minimum).
• Previous experience in a Power Engineer role is preferred, but willing to train a new graduate who is mechanically inclined and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of boiler systems and boiler pumps.
• Operate chillers, water towers, pumps and fans with proper records per regulations.
• Maintain AHU and hydronic systems; monitor and maintain mechanical equipment.
• Perform routine life safety system inspections and general maintenance tasks.
• Use BAS to diagnose and control equipment; document readings and log variances.
• Monitor water treatment on cooling towers and test safety and standby equipment weekly.

Skills

Building systems

Energy Management Systems

Problem solving

Team player

Microsoft Office

Education

4th Class Power Engineer license

Job description

Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Rank Group is a full-service real estate firm, providing services such as property development, construction, property management, property maintenance, space design and planning. We thrive on building mutually open and honest relationships with our clients in all our projects, which is evidenced by our many long-standing relationships.

With over 4 decades of experience and success, Rank Group has developed, owns and manages more than 5 million square feet of space, with over 500 clients spread over commercial, industrial, retail and multi-residential properties across Atlantic Canada.

Rank Group is currently seeking a Power Engineer to add to our team. This would be based out of our downtown portfolio in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of boiler systems and the associated boiler pumps;
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of chillers water towers, water tower chemical feed system, pumps, and fans;
• Enter proper chiller (log) records as per the power engineers regulations;
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of air handling equipment, (AHU'S, compartmental fan coils, VAV's etc.);
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of the hydronic water delivery systems (thermal storage tanks, expansion tanks, radiant heaters and associated pumps);
• Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of mechanical humidification systems, heat exchangers, heat recovery systems and domestic hot water tanks;
• Perform routine safe operational and maintenance tasks associated with the Life Safety Systems;
• Perform routine inspection and testing of miscellaneous equipment and building infrastructure devices to ensure proper operation;
• Perform repair and general maintenance duties associated with building system;
• Document air compressor readings and perform weekly maintenance;
• Use the building control system to identify operational and control issues, to diagnose control issues and operate the equipment via the BAS system;
• Track and log all gas, water, and hydro readings and provide to the Chief Building Engineer;
• Monitor and maintain water treatment on the cooling towers;
• Test run the safety and standby equipment weekly, UPS, Generator testing;
• Provide access and assistance to sub-trades as required.

Qualifications

• Must have valid 4th Class Power Engineer license (at minimum);
• Previous experience in a Power Engineer role ( maintaining and servicing equipment is preferred), but willing to train a new graduate who is mechanically inclined and eager to learn.

Relevant Skills And Knowledge

• Solid understanding of building and operating systems;
• Understanding of various building control system;
• Familiarity with PM programs;
• In-depth knowledge and experience using Energy Management Systems;
• Comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools, and job specific equipment;
• Problem solving abilities;
• Ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple priorities;
• Strong customer service skills, and ability to promote positive tenant relations;
• Strong team player;
• Ability to make effective technical decisions in emergency situations;
• Solid computer skills – proficient in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to focus on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment;

What We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Health/dental benefits
• GRRSP matching program
• Pizza Fridays!
• Opportunity to be part of a growing exciting company, doing fun things in the city of Halifax