Position Information

Position Title

3rd Class Power Engineer (Term)

Department/Unit

Facilities Management

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

FM37-26

Employee Group

NSGEU Local 99

Position Type

Term

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

6 months

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Rate

$29.55 per hour

Classification

3rd Class Power Engineer

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Central Plant Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

Key Responsibilities

• Assists Shift Operator in efficient operation of boilers and chillers for maximum performance

• Assists Shift Operator in providing ongoing monitoring of Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure safety and efficiency (ie. boilers, chillers, diesel generator, electrical transformer, controls, etc.)

• Assists Shift Operator in performing maintenance on Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure continuous operation

• Assists Shift Operator in cleaning up assigned areas of the Thermal Plant

• Assists Shift Operator in performing maintenance tasks as required

• Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations

• Performs water treatment control duties, as required

• Completes log sheets on regular scheduled intervals, as directed

• Completes daily log book entries on each shift as required

• Completes daily, weekly and monthly inspection sheets, as directed

• Energy management through Metasys, as required and directed

• Maintains a clean work environment

• Act as Acting Shift Operator when required

• Act as Acting Rink Operator at Arena when required

• Performs other duties as required

Note

Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus

Required Qualifications

• Valid 3rd Class Power Engineer’s certificate (standardized) recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration or equivalent

• Minimum of three years recent and related experience

• Knowledge and understanding of computer control systems and the Digital Control System (DCS) (burner management system and boiler modulating system) of boiler controls

• Knowledge and understanding of computer use and various programs

• Good communication and organizational skills

• Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints

• Familiar with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as University and Government rules and regulations

• Ability to take direction and be flexible in working hours

• Must be willing and able to work shifts, rotating shifts and overtime, as required

• General safety and WHMIS training an asset

• Must be capable of working alone

Assets

Additional Information

Application Consideration

Bargaining unit employees (NSGEU local 99) are given priority consideration and will be notified on the status of their application following assessment. All other applications will be considered when there is no qualified candidate from the bargaining unit.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visitwww.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

03/23/2026

Close Date

04/05/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/20574