POWER ENGINEER

Job summary

Safely operate, inspect, maintain, and repair building mechanical systems, including boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, hydronic systems, life safety systems, and standby equipment. Record equipment readings and operating logs, use building automation systems to diagnose issues, monitor water treatment, and coordinate access and assistance for subcontractors.

Job details

Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Rank Group is a full-service real estate firm, providing services such as property development, construction, property management, property maintenance, space design and planning. We thrive on building mutually open and honest relationships with our clients in all our projects, which is evidenced by our many long-standing relationships. With over 4 decades of experience and success, Rank Group has developed, owns and manages more than 5 million square feet of space, with over 500 clients spread over commercial, industrial, retail and multi-residential properties across Atlantic Canada. Rank Group is currently seeking a Power Engineer to add to our team. This would be based out of our downtown portfolio in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Responsibilities Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of boiler systems and the associated boiler pumps; Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of chillers water towers, water tower chemical feed system, pumps, and fans; Enter proper chiller (log) records as per the power engineers regulations; Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of air handling equipment, (AHU’S, compartmental fan coils, VAV’s etc.); Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of the hydronic water delivery systems (thermal storage tanks, expansion tanks, radiant heaters and associated pumps); Ensure the safe operation and maintenance of mechanical humidification systems, heat exchangers, heat recovery systems and domestic hot water tanks; Perform routine safe operational and maintenance tasks associated with the Life Safety Systems; Perform routine inspection and testing of miscellaneous equipment and building infrastructure devices to ensure proper operation; Perform repair and general maintenance duties associated with building system; Document air compressor readings and perform weekly maintenance; Use the building control system to identify operational and control issues, to diagnose control issues and operate the equipment via the BAS system; Track and log all gas, water, and hydro readings and provide to the Chief Building Engineer; Monitor and maintain water treatment on the cooling towers; Test run the safety and standby equipment weekly, UPS, Generator testing; Provide access and assistance to sub-trades as required. Qualifications Education and Experience: Must have valid 4th Class Power Engineer license (at minimum); Previous experience in a Power Engineer role ( maintaining and servicing equipment is preferred), but willing to train a new graduate who is mechanically inclined and eager to learn. Relevant Skills And Knowledge Solid understanding of building and operating systems; Understanding of various building control system; Familiarity with PM programs; In-depth knowledge and experience using Energy Management Systems; Comfortable using a variety of hand and power tools, and job specific equipment; Problem solving abilities; Ability to work under pressure and juggle multiple priorities; Strong customer service skills, and ability to promote positive tenant relations; Strong team player; Ability to make effective technical decisions in emergency situations; Solid computer skills – proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Ability to focus on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; What We Offer Competitive wages Health/dental benefits GRRSP matching program Pizza Fridays! Opportunity to be part of a growing exciting company, doing fun things in the city of Halifax How To Apply If you are interested in applying, please submit a resume to jobs@rankgroup.ca with subject line: Power Engineer. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Safely operate, inspect, maintain, and repair building mechanical systems, including boilers, chillers, HVAC equipment, hydronic systems, life safety systems, and standby equipment. Record equipment readings and operating logs, use building automation systems to diagnose issues, monitor water treatment, and coordinate access and assistance for subcontractors.

Requirements

A valid 4th Class Power Engineer license is required, and prior experience maintaining and servicing equipment is preferred; mechanically inclined new graduates willing to learn may also be considered. Candidates should understand building systems and controls, be familiar with preventive maintenance and energy management systems, and demonstrate troubleshooting, customer service, teamwork, and computer skills.

Benefits

• Health And Dental Benefits
• GRRSP Matching Program
• Pizza Fridays

Listed skills

• Preventive Maintenance · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Boiler System Operation And Maintenance
• Chiller And Cooling Tower Maintenance
• HVAC Equipment Maintenance
• Building Automation Systems
• Energy Management Systems
• Preventive Maintenance
• Water Treatment
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Hand And Power Tools
• Microsoft Office
• Problem Solving
• Customer Service
• Tenant Relations
• Emergency Decision-Making
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Engineering
• Trades
• Construction
• Security & Safety
• Energy

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