Power Engineer 2nd Class

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Canada is seeking a 2nd Class Power Engineer to oversee Power Plant operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The successful candidate will coordinate maintenance during weekends and off-shifts, and must possess relevant certifications with experience in hospital settings. The role requires strong communication skills and physical ability. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of a valid 2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate.
• Minimum 1–3 years experience in operation and maintenance of a pressure plant.
• ABSA Certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, control and regulate the Power Plant operations.
• Coordinate facilities operations during off-shifts and weekends.
• Ensure compliance with Alberta Boiler Safety Association regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of DCS (e.g., Insight, ABB, etc.)

Operational and maintenance abilities

Good verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate

Valid 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate of Competency

Job description

Your Opportunity

The 2nd Class Power Engineer is directly accountable to the Power Plant Coordinator, and the incumbent is responsible for the hospital physical plant operations, maintenance and/or projects in disciplines for which the incumbent's respective training and certifications are appropriate.

The 2nd Class Power Engineer will be the primary resource for coordination of facilities operations, inclusive of the Power Plant, while the Facilities Maintenance and Engineering personnel are off shift and during the weekend. This position will be required to work at other hospital sites within the Edmonton Zone (including rural).

Description

As a Power Engineer 2nd Class, you will be responsible for monitoring, controlling and regulating the operation of the Power Plant as it relates to the production and distribution of heat, air, water and power in accordance with Alberta Boiler Safety Association (ABSA) regulations and established Alberta Health Services' standards and practices. Based on ABSA regulations, the Power Engineer 2nd Class is a Shift Engineer in a Power Plant over 10,000 kilowatts.

Classification

• Power Engineer 2nd Class (2088)
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Facilities Maintenance & Engineering
• Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi‑Site: Multisite
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 10‑NOV‑2025
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 01‑DEC‑2025
• Hours per Shift: 8, 12
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 40
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, On Call
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $43.63
• Maximum Salary: $47.41
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

• Completion of 2nd Class Power Engineering Certificate.
• Valid Province of Alberta or Inter‑Provincial 2nd Class Power Engineer Certificate of Competency.
• Minimum 1–3 years experience with progressive responsibilities in operation and maintenance of a modern 1st Class pressure plant in a hospital setting.
• Good knowledge of DCS (e.g., Insight, ABB, etc.).
• Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver’s License.
• ABSA Certification.
• Demonstrated operational and maintenance abilities as well as proven mechanical aptitude.
• Must be in good physical condition with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• No physical limitations with regards to sitting, bending, kneeling, crouching, etc.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work under own initiative with minimal direction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional courses in power engineering, mechanical, electrical, as well as computer systems (preferably ABB), and/or experience in water treatment and engineering would be an asset.
• Considerable experience in HVAC, Preventative Maintenance Systems, Computer Network Systems and current industrial software is also desired.