Power Engineer

Mount Allison acknowledges, honours, and respects that the land named Sackville, NB is part of the unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People who are the historic inhabitants, custodians, and dwellers on the land where our University is built and confirms its commitment to strengthening relationships with all Indigenous people.

Position title: Power Engineer
Department: Facilities Management
Type: Full-time continuing position
Opportunity type: Non-academic
Position title: Power Engineer
Salary range: $31.91 per hour plus 15% market differential
Supervisor's title: Manager of Building Maintenance and Heating Plant Operations
Posted date: May 1, 2026
Closing date: May 15, 2026

Position description

Under the direction of the Manager of Building Maintenance and Heating Plant Operations, the incumbent will perform the following duties:

1. Maintain and service high and low Pressure steam distribution systems, condensate return systems, steam traps and compressed air systems. Duties include the maintenance and service of mechanical systems by:
   • Assist in the removal and prefabrication of piping;
   • Repair steam traps, control valves, valves and strainers;
   • Energize and de-energize steam mains as required for service purposes;
   • Perform regular boiler maintenance which includes routine maintenance, minor repairs and maintenance on associated boiler equipment.
   • Maintain a daily equipment log sheet and mandatory department of labour log book.
   • Report major equipment problems to the Manager of Technical Services.
   • Respond promptly to emergencies when on call.
   • Perform maintenance on piping and valves and boiler cleaning during heating plant maintenance refits; other shut down duties as required.
   • Clean and flush domestic hot water tanks and heat exchangers during maintenance refits
2. Conduct routine inspections on heating plant/campus mechanical systems and components including steam traps, pumps, filters, etc.
3. Respond promptly to emergency call-ins outside of normal working hours as requested by the Manager or the Power Engineer on shift
4. Select, maintain and operate industrial and commercial equipment common to the trade.
5. Perform tasks and duties in confined spaces and/or from ladders, staging, lifts and other high elevation work stations.
6. Perform duties using products, methods and materials common to the trade.
7. Respond to call-ins for emergency shift replacement when required.
8. Perform other related duties as directed or assigned.

Qualifications/skills

The following qualifications are required for this position:

1. A valid New Brunswick Drivers License
2. A valid New Brunswick Class Three Power Engineers Certificate preferred.
3. Candidates holding a valid New Brunswick Class Four Power Engineers ticket will be required to successfully obtain a New Brunswick Class Three Power Engineers Certificate within 12 months of their date of joining will also be considered.
4. Sufficient experience to operate safely in the following areas is essential (Duties not limited to these areas): Maintenance of high and low pressure steam systems and pneumatic control equipment
5. Experience in the following areas is desirable, but not essential: Working within a scheduled Preventive Maintenance (PM) program Familiarity with DDC controls

Abilities:

The incumbent must have the:

1. Understand written and verbal instructions
2. Physical conditioning and ability required to perform the assignments outlined under "Nature of Work" and to use CSA approved safety equipment
3. Ability to consistently perform manual tasks safely and efficiently
4. Willingness to perform all specific tasks of this position and to be able to recognize and deal effectively with trade-related problems.
5. Willingness and ability to be available consistently throughout the term of this position
6. Should be well-organized and be able to establish priorities and plan completion of duties related to this position
7. An attitude that demonstrates a willingness to work as expected and the intention and ability to work cooperatively and effectively with supervisors, faculty, students, co-workers and other staff
8. Ability to be at work and to work consistently for the hours assigned without direct supervision

If you are interested in the challenges and opportunities this position has to offer, we want to hear from you! Please submit a resume and cover letter by uploading them using the submission link provided below. Documents should be submitted in PDF format and clearly labeled with your full name.

Only those already eligible to work in Canada need apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application materials will be collected for recruitment purposes only and handled in accordance with the University's privacy and records-management practices. If you experience any difficulty accessing the link, please contact [email protected] for assistance. Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2026

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Mount Allison is committed to diversity and inclusiveness. We encourage applications from members of racialized communities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual and gender identities. We seek candidates with qualifications and knowledge to contribute specifically to the further diversification of our campus community.

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