Stationary Engineer - Class 4B

Stationary Engineer - Class 4B

Would you like to work directly with heating and cooling systems while contributing to their operation, maintenance, and reliability? This opportunity in the facilities management sector for our client will allow you to support the continuity of operations at a site located in Longueuil.

What is in it for you:

• Hourly salary of $35-39, depending on experience

• Permanent position within a dynamic team.

• Regular daytime hours in an on-site work environment.

• Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation, 2 floater days, 2 flexible personal days, and 6 sick days.

• Benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as an employer-matched RRSP program.

Responsibilities:

Facility operations

• Operate plant equipment and systems during scheduled work shifts.

• Monitor instrumentation, gauges, and computerized operating data.

• Start, stop, and adjust equipment manually or through computerized controls.

• Respond to alarms, inspect operating conditions, and report equipment failures.

• Conduct inspection rounds and verify operating equipment.

• Ensure compliance with operating procedures and health, safety, and environmental standards.

Maintenance and troubleshooting

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and equipment overhauls.

• Use hand and power tools to complete maintenance activities.

• Identify, diagnose, and repair issues affecting the plant and distribution systems.

• Determine required replacement parts and provide recommendations regarding procurement.

• Provide technical guidance to trades personnel in resolving equipment issues.

• Accompany contractors and other personnel performing work within the facilities.

Technical testing and monitoring

• Perform operational testing of diesel-powered generators.

• Record test results and equipment status.

• Conduct standardized water sample testing.

• Adjust chemical feed rates based on test results.

Documentation and reporting

• Maintain shift logbooks and operational records.

• Record meter, gauge, and instrument readings.

• Perform calculations related to water, gas, and electricity consumption.

• Prepare reports concerning operational issues, deficiencies, and incidents.

• Communicate information related to operations, operational changes, and new equipment.

Health and safety

• Investigate situations that may affect the safety and security of facilities and personnel.

• Implement appropriate corrective measures when required.

• Participate in team-based safety watch activities.

• Perform housekeeping duties within the facilities.

What you will need to succeed:

Education and certifications

• Valid Class 4B Stationary Engineer Certificate.

• Hold a valid federal Government of Canada security clearance.

Experience

• +3 years of experience operating Class 4B heating and cooling plants.

Technical and professional skills

• Thorough knowledge of the operation of heating and cooling plant equipment and systems.

• Knowledge of boilers, chillers, generators, combustion chambers, heating equipment, water pumps, valves, expansion joints, fans, distribution systems, auxiliary equipment, and related computerized systems.

• Knowledge of testing methods applicable to mechanical equipment and water samples.

• Knowledge of administrative practices related to work orders, operational data compilation, and report preparation.

• General knowledge of federal and provincial environmental, health, and safety regulations.

• Ability to start and shut down large oil- and gas-fired boilers and generators.

• Ability to adjust flow control systems, perform preventive maintenance, and replace components when required.

• Proficiency in the use of various operational software applications.

• Ability to perform standardized tests to determine chemical concentrations in water.

• Manual dexterity required to repair and overhaul mechanical equipment and components.

• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to support stakeholder interactions and the preparation of shift logs, reports, and operational documentation.

Core competencies

• Analytical skills.

• Problem-solving skills.

• Creativity in identifying and implementing solutions to mechanical equipment failures.

Why Recruit Action?

Recruit Action (agency permit: AP-2504511) provides recruitment services through quality support and a personalized approach. As part of the screening process, some applications may be reviewed using artificial intelligence tools. Only candidates who meet the hiring criteria will be contacted.