Operating Engineer C (4th Class)

Description:

Under the direction of the Manager, Mechanical Operations and Maintenance and/or leadership of the Lead Hand Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for the operations and maintenance in the building(s) assigned where a Fourth (4th) Class Operating Engineer Certificate is required either by law or due to the complexity of the operation and/or critical services provided for building environment and Faculty. The engineer is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of all mechanical and associated equipment and services in their area of responsibility.

Typical Duties:

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job; they in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated:

• regular rounds to check mechanical equipment and perform needed mechanical services;
• ensures continuous efficiency of all mechanical equipment services and faculty equipment;
• provides running maintenance by checking lube levels of compressors and adjustments to all equipment andcontrols serving areas such as computer rooms, laboratories, classrooms, offices, special faculty cold rooms/warm rooms, etc.;
• answers and reacts promptly to all trouble calls or alarms from buildings;
• reviews computer printouts and alarms and takes appropriate action;
• co-ordinates and/or assists outside contractors and University of Toronto Trades Services when work isperformed during shift;
• recommends major repairs;
• housekeeping: painting, sweeping floors, cleaning piping, boilers and equipment;
• responds to off duty calls to correct emergency situations and problems; and
• maintains daily log sheets on operating equipment and records all important events that occur during shift.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:  High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience plus a Fourth (4th) Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in the Province of Ontario.

Experience:  Must have a good working knowledge ofthe operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment, including refrigeration, heating (e.g. boilers) and airhandling systems, and ability to comprehend and apply environmental control principles. Must have basic electrical knowledge. Basic proficiency in standard office computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows OS) and familiarity with computerized Building Automation Systems or other computerized control systems.

Other:  Must have: good diagnostic and record keeping skills, the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and written), strong customer service skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others. Building Environmental Systems Certificate an asset.

Shift Details:  Regular 8 hour shifts, 40 hours per week. Must be available day, afternoon and night shifts, including weekends and holidays.

NOTE : There are 2 vacancies. This a replacement position.

Closing Date: 08/04/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Hourly
Personnel Subarea: Unifor FT L2003
Appointment Type : Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: $40.47/hr
Job Category: Engineering / Technical