McGill University Faculty of Dental Medicine and Oral Health Sciences

Stationary Engine Mechanic (Maintenance) 2B

Montréal, QC
On-site
Posted Oct 28, 2026
1 position

$38.49 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Apply by: Nov 12, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 39 hours per week

Job summary

The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment and instruments within the powerhouse unit. They also perform daily maintenance on all air conditioning and refrigeration machinery located in the plant.

Job details

Please refer to the How to Apply for a Job (for External Candidates) job aid for instructions on how to apply. If you are an active McGill employee (ie: currently in an active contract or position at McGill University), do not apply through this Career Site. Login to your McGill Workday account and apply to this posting using the Find Jobs report (type Find Jobs in the search bar). Hiring Unit: Powerhouse Unit - Downtown Campus Position Summary: Reporting to the immediate supervisor, the thermal power plant manager or their replacement, the maintenance attendant is responsible for maintaining and repairing equipment and instruments related to their activities. The incumbent is also responsible for the daily maintenance of all air conditioning and refrigeration machines in the plant. Qualifications: Hold a 2nd class steam and B refrigeration fixed machinery mechanic certificate issued by the Régie du Bâtiment du Québec. Additional Details: Status: Permanent, Full-time Allowances: Premium of $5/hour Hours of work: Monday to Friday 6:00 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. Meal period: 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. The incumbent will be required to wear a mask and other required personal protective equipment (PPE) when working in designated areas. As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer: Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible) Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible) Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA) Competitive vacation policy Two (2) personal days (if eligible) Two (2) floating holidays (if eligible) Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day (if eligible) Paid time off over the December holiday period (if eligible) Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located. Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 1 (qualifier) on a scale of 1-4. For a definition of our language proficiency levels, please click here. Hourly Salary: $38.49 Hours per Week: 38.75 (Full time) Location: Ferrier Building Supervisor: Manager Powerhouse Deadline to Apply: 2026-11-10 McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a 2nd class steam and B refrigeration fixed machinery mechanic certificate issued by the Régie du Bâtiment du Québec. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada and be proficient in English.