Job Description

Your Opportunity:
Monitors and regulates the operation of boilers, and allied systems related to the production and distribution of heat, air, water and power; monitors, reads and logs readings on gauges and meters; tests, monitors and takes corrective action for fire, gas storage, pressure, temperature, power and environmental system alarms; starts, operates and shuts down boilers, chillers, emergency generators. Samples, analyzes and adds or adjusts water treatment chemicals and water levels (()); modifies and adjusts building environmental systems. Communication with Power Plant Coordinator as to the ongoing status of plant operations and any operational changes required (i.e. Boilers to be put on or offline, chiller & cooling tower changes, etc.). Maintains and assist in operational logs, records, statistics and manuals pertinent to plant operation; requisitions or orders equipment and supplies, prepares required reports. Assists Chief Engineer and Maintenance personnel with equipment isolation and repair as required. May perform a variety of building maintenance duties. Performs other related duties as required. Identifies courses and materials necessary to keep abreast of current technology. Uses e-Facilities to enter work performed, time required, and job completion information.
Description:
As a Power Engineer 4th Class, you will be responsible for assisting with monitoring, repairs and maintenance of plant operations in accordance with AHS and Alberta Boiler Safety Association (ABSA) standards and practices. You will schedule and check building/power plant equipment systems on a pre-established schedule. In addition, you will operate and maintain the plant in a safe and efficient manner according to ABSA regulations.

Classification:

Power Engineer 4th (2088)

Union:

AUPE GSS

Unit and Program:

Facilities, Maintenance & Engineering

Primary Location:

South Health Campus

Location Details:

As Per Location

Multi-Site:

Not Applicable

FTE:

1.00

Posting End Date:

26-SEP-2025

Temporary Employee Class:

Temp F/T Benefits

Date Available:

06-OCT-2025

Temporary End Date:

30-APR-2026

Hours per Shift:

8, 12

Length of Shift in weeks:

5

Shifts per cycle:

18

Shift Pattern:

Days, Nights, Weekends

Days Off:

As Per Rotation

Minimum Salary:

$34.82

Maximum Salary:

$37.71

Vehicle Requirement:

Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate.

Additional Required Qualifications:

Holds a valid, minimum 4th Class ABSA certificate. Previous experience in a Healthcare facility power plant. Strong communication skills: verbal and through written logbooks and emails. Elementary technical/professional experience required. (i.e.1-3 years). Minimum of 2 years broad experience in operation and maintenance of; boilers, turbines, generators, refrigeration, electrical switch gear, cooling tower, chillers, steam and heating systems and associated automated control systems. Additional knowledge, skills or abilities: Power Plant steam and/or power generation. Under supervision, Incumbent is to use good judgement in solving technical problems arising in day-to-day operations. Knowledge of General Safety Service Act relating to Plant Operations and associated regulations. Writing reports. Basic Computer Skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Working knowledge and hands on experience of BMS systems (Honeywell will be given preference).