Stationary engineer

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Work site environment

• At heights
• Confined spaces
• Noisy
• Outdoors

Work setting

• Public utilities
• Manufacturing and industrial plant

Tasks

• Assist during routine systems testing
• Assist in locating and isolating system problems
• Assist in the development of operation, maintenance and safety procedures
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment
• Investigate problems to fix or make minor repair
• Maintain daily log of operation, maintenance and safety activities
• Monitor and inspect plant equipment and systems to detect equipment malfunctioning and to ensure plant systems are operating normally
• Perform routine equipment maintenance

Supervision

• 1 to 2 people

Security and safety

• Criminal record check
• Driver's validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Own vehicle
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Standing for extended periods

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots

Personal suitability

• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Flexibility
• Team player

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?

Experience

• 1 to less than 7 months

Employment terms options

• Early morning
• Evening
• Morning
• Night
• On call
• Day
• Weekend
• Overtime available

Financial benefits

• Mileage paid

Other benefits

• On-site housing options