Power Engineer - 3rd Class

Who We Are BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia, and Asia. SUMMARY The 3rd Class Power Engineer performs operational work in a central heating and cooling plant or central heating plant and reports to the Maintenance Team Leader - MTL. BGIS functions to render service to clients in providing certified and trained Operating Engineers to manage, operate and maintain various registered central heating and cooling plants. Why BGIS? Competitive Wages Health & Dental Benefits Paid Vacation Time Paid Flex & Floater Days Tools, Boots & Uniform Provided RRSP Match Program Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program Rewards & Recognition Program Partner Discounts KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Experience with the operating characteristics of: Boilers Chillers Generators Combustion chambers Firing equipment Water pumps Valves Expansion joints Fans Distribution systems Auxiliary equipment including computer systems This knowledge is needed to deliver to clients a safe and continuous control of temperature to achieve their specific environmental requirements. This knowledge is necessary to obtain provincial or standardized operating engineering certification. The work requires knowledge of testing methods to carry out tests on mechanical equipment and water samples. This knowledge is necessary to assure the reliability of plant equipment and to determine and adjust chemical concentrations in water. This employee must have the skills needed to start up and shut down large oil and gas fired boilers and generators, adjust controls that regulate output, perform preventive maintenance and, on occasion, remove and replace parts. Troubleshooting activities demand analytical and problem solving skills. The 3rd Class Power Engineer must work with a variety of computer software programs. The work requires skill in conducting standardized tests to determine chemical concentrations in water. The incumbent uses a variety of hand and power tools in the work. KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS 3-5 years of experience at the Class 3 level Significant knowledge of the operation of heating and cooling plant equipment and systems Familiarity with the operating characteristics of: Boilers Chillers Generators Combustion chambers Firing equipment Water pumps Valves Expansion joints Fans Distribution systems Auxiliary equipment including computer systems General knowledge of federal and provincial regulations related to environmental standards and occupational health and safety in plant operations Knowledge of administrative practices to prepare work orders and documents, compile operational data for monthly reports to management for annual estimates, and write reports with recommendations Manual dexterity required to repair and overhaul operating plant and extensive distribution systems equipment, pumps, valves, expansion joints, and fans Written communication skill needed to record information in written shift log, prepare reports, complete various forms, time sheets, travel claims, and procurement documents Verbal communication required to describe mechanical problems to colleagues Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation 3rd Class Power Engineer certification At BGIS, we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success! #J-18808-Ljbffr