Lead Operating Engineer

5 days ago


Oshawa, Ontario, Canada The MEARIE Group Full time
About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Operating Engineer to join our team at EnerFORGE, a subsidiary of Oshawa Power and Utilities Corporation. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of our District Energy System (DES), which provides high-efficiency heating and cooling to multiple residential and commercial buildings in Regent Park, Toronto.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate and maintain building/plant equipment, including boilers, water softeners, chillers, HVAC, automation systems, fire systems, call systems, and emergency power, within code requirements.
  • Lead a team of Operating Engineers and establish standard operating procedures for equipment.
  • Apply practical knowledge to continuously improve overall efficiency in operations.
  • Perform daily water chemical tests and adjust chemicals as necessary.
  • Maintain and repair boilers, including shut-down, boiler inspection, and replacement of parts.
  • Maintain and service hot water systems, including pumps, converters, heat reclamation systems, and piping.
  • Respond to building maintenance service calls and emergencies, including after-hours and weekends.
  • Maintain a daily log of operation, maintenance, and safety activities and report on plant operation.
  • Monitor and respond to plant alarms and troubleshoot activities to assess, maintain, and repair issues.
  • Provide additional support for Technicians tasked with complex jobs.
  • Foster a collaborative and encouraging team environment.
  • Liaise with outside contractors.
  • Clean and lubricate machinery and components and maintain ventilation units.
  • Oversee the combined heat and power (CHP) and monitor and meter plant outputs to ensure levels are within the target.
  • Perform preventative maintenance tasks on all plant/energy center equipment and systems.
  • Participate in renovation, upgrades, and expansion projects.
  • Lock and unlock doors and perform security checks.
Requirements
  • 4th class Operating Engineer certification in the province of Ontario.
  • Demonstrated experience in operating engineering, mechanical or electrical technician, or related field.
  • Demonstrated related industry experience in thermal energy, reciprocating engine, and co-generation power plants.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of chilled water systems, including reciprocating, screw-type, and absorption chillers.
  • A thorough knowledge of electrical/electronic components and equipment.
  • Working knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical systems.
  • Able to read P&ID and coordinate ongoing projects if required.
  • Able to multi-task and work under pressure.
  • Ability to operate and succeed with minimum supervision.
  • Comprehensive technical knowledge and experience directly related to district energy, power generation systems, including mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, and industrial technical disciplines, as well as SCADA and BAS related to plant operation.
  • Familiarity with operation, assembly, and maintenance of electro-mechanical equipment.
  • Mechanical and/or automation aptitude toward equipment troubleshooting and root cause analysis is considered a key asset.
  • Must have a valid 'G' driving license in the province of Ontario and be able to travel to various job sites across the GTA on a daily basis.
About Us

Oshawa Power is an equal opportunity employer that embraces and celebrates our collective diversity. We welcome all individuals to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, Indigenous/Métis status, or other legally protected status.

We offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment with a focus on work-life balance, competitive salary commensurate with experience, OMERS Pension fully vested from date of hire, comprehensive benefits package, and paid time off. We also offer opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.

Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume no later than October 3, 2024, by email to [insert email address]. Please include the position title you are applying for in the subject line.



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