Stationary Engineer

Government of Northwest Territories; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government is seeking a Stationary Engineer in Inuvik to manage heating and mechanical systems. The role includes monitoring air quality and performing maintenance in high-security environments such as schools and hospitals. Candidates should have a 4th Class Stationary Engineer Certificate and a Class 5 Driver’s license, with experience in large boiler systems and building automation preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge and experience with operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
• Ability to manage and operate building power plants according to safety regulations.
• Experience with repair and troubleshooting of large mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Operate building heating and mechanical equipment.
• Monitor indoor air quality and comfort.
• Adjust and maintain computerized control systems.
• Complete maintenance tasks for mechanical and electrical systems.

Skills

Knowledge of large boiler systems

Knowledge of building automation systems

Ability to respond to emergency situations

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Education

4th Class Stationary Engineer Certificate

Class 5 Driver’s license

Job description

The Department of Infrastructure (INF) provides high quality services to the public and Government of the Northwest Territories’ (GNWT) departments, boards and agencies including the planning, design, construction, acquisition, operation and maintenance of public transportation infrastructure and the buildings, works and equipment required for the GNWT to deliver its programs and services. INF makes essential petroleum products available for sale to the public where these products are not provided by the private sector, and promotes the development and increased use of energy efficient technologies. INF also regulates electrical and mechanical safety services and licenses individuals and vehicles operating in the territory.

This position reports to the Maintenance Coordinator – Inuvik and provides operational services in plumbing, heating, ventilating, and all other mechanical systems in Inuvik and frequent site visits to other communities in the Beaufort Delta and Sahtu regions.

Scope of actions undertaken includes:

• Operations of building heating and mechanical equipment
• Monitoring and maintaining indoor air quality and comfort
• Adjusting and using computerized Direct Digital Control (DDC) systems to control heat and ventilation
• Completing preventative maintenance tasks and repair orders on mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
• Working on‑call and overtime as well as traveling frequently throughout the Sahtu region

The Stationary Engineer works in sensitive and high security environments such as schools, hospitals, and Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) facilities. Within the scope of service this position carries a high degree of direct responsibility for safety, security, and comfort of building occupants.

Critical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of large boiler systems, ventilation systems and pneumatic and electrical controls
• Knowledge of building automation systems and controls
• Knowledge of hydronic systems and chemical measurement, analysis and treatment
• Knowledge and ability to manage and operate building power plants in accordance with GNWT Boilers and Pressure Cassels Act and Regulations
• Ability to maintain accurate records and to enter critical operating data into relevant maintenance management systems
• Ability to identify and diagnose problems and potential problems with buildings, equipment and mechanical systems
• Ability to respond to and stabilize urgent and/or emergency situations, troubleshoot intermittent failures, conduct failure analysis and coordinate corrective actions
• Ability, knowledge and skills to work in a computer‑based environment that includes work processing, spreadsheet and email programs (such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook), as well as a variety of web‑based software systems required to operate in the government environment
• Professionally commit to the safety, security and comfort of building occupants

Typically attained by:

• 4th Class Stationary Engineer Certificate preferred (5th Class Certification may be considered) and two years of experience with operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of large boiler systems, ventilation systems, and pneumatic and electrical controls
• The incumbent must possess a Class 5 Driver’s license
• One year of experience with repair of commercial kitchen appliances, commercial freezer and refrigeration systems would be an asset

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel [phone] Ext 15644
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.