Job Description

5th Class Power Engineer (Building Operator B)

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We acknowledge, with deep respect and gratitude, our home on the side of Sacred Buffalo Guardian Mountain. In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge the Banff area, known as \xe2\x80\x9cMinhrpa\xe2\x80\x9d (translated in Stoney Nakoda as \xe2\x80\x9cthe waterfalls\xe2\x80\x9d) and the Treaty 7 territory and oral practices of the \xc3\x8ey\xc3\xa2rhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda) \xe2\x80\x93 comprised of the Bearspaw, Chiniki, and Goodstoney Nations \xe2\x80\x93 as well as the Tsuut\xe2\x80\x99ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, Kainai. We acknowledge that this territory is home to the Shuswap Nations, Ktunaxa Nations, and Metis Nation of Alberta, Region 3. We acknowledge all Nations who live, work, and play, help us steward this land, and honour and celebrate this place.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Power Engineer, 5th Class to perform maintenance and repair work on the heating, cooling, and ventilation systems and equipment in all Banff Centre buildings.

Key members of the Physical Facilities department, the Power Engineers oversee the lubrication and running maintenance of pumps, motors, fans, air filters, and other equipment related to heating, cooling, and ventilation systems, identifying any equipment in need of repair or replacement. The Power Engineers maintain a recorded history of maintenance for each piece of equipment at The Centre, preparing written reports of defects requiring attention, and sourcing and ordering replacement parts and materials as needed. The Power Engineers are also responsible for testing water and performing chemical treatment of all water systems outside of the main plant. Tasks and work locations across campus will vary daily, so the Power Engineers are expected to prioritize their daily work and work efficiently.

Specific Accountabilities

• Assisting in some minor repair or adjustments and performing basic plumbing duties
• Training new employees in daily rounds of mechanical rooms, chemical testing and treatment of boilers
• Monitoring and adding chlorine and muriatic acid to pool systems

Qualification and Educational Requirements

• 3-5 years\' experience in operation and/or maintenance of mechanical equipment
• Holds a 5th Class Power Engineer ticket or vocational or apprenticeship training in a mechanical trade
• Mechanical-aptitude and some knowledge of principles related to fans, pumps, motors, etc.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and to work on ladders, scaffolds, etc.
• Valid Alberta Driver\'s License

Special Requirements

• Due to the nature of the job, this position requires the candidate to be available to work a flexible, irregular schedule and weekends.

Employment Terms & Benefits

• In accordance with CUPE 4318, this is a unionized, permanent, salaried support staff position, subject to a 6-month probationary period.
• This position has an annual salary of $42,000 - $44,109 per year, depending on experience, working up to 37.5 hours per week.
• The successful candidate will have access to a range of benefits through Alberta Blue Cross and will be eligible to participate in our defined benefit pension plan.

of working at Banff Centre are:
options (based on availability) * Onsite fitness facility at a discounted rate + first month free for new staff! (Includes access to our climbing wall, fitness centre and pool!)

• Professional development
• Staff cafeteria and

discounts

Application Process

• We are accepting applications for these positions until a suitable candidate has been found.
• Candidates offered a position with Banff Centre, in this capacity, will be required to obtain a criminal record check verifying a clear record before a final job offer can be finalized.
• Visa requirements: Banff Centre is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

The Banff Centre