Operating Engineer

UBC The University of British Columbia

Location: Vancouver, CA-BC
Work arrangement: On-site
Job type: Full-time
Pay: CA$88,296 – CA$88,296 / month
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Job Title

Operating Engineer

Job Category

IUOE 115

Job Profile

IUOE - Operating Engineer

Job Family Group

Staff - Union

Department

Mechanical Operations Trades | Mechanical | Building Operations | Facilities

Compensation Range

$7,358.00 - $7,358.00 CAD Monthly

Job End Date

Ongoing

Posting End Date

November 26, 2026

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

This position is subject to the satisfactory completion of required background checks

*Compensation and benefits*

*Annual Salary: $88,296*
*Monthly Salary: $7,358*
*Overtime: Opportunities to work overtime at double time.*
*Vacation:*
*3 weeks beginning in your second calendar year*
*4 weeks beginning in your sixth calendar year*
*5 weeks beginning in your ninth calendar year*
*6 weeks beginning in your 19th calendar year*
*Holiday time off: An additional 3 days off in lieu of and between Boxing Day, Christmas and New Year.*
*Work schedule: Initially, Monday to Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with every other Monday or Friday off. The schedule will eventually transition to a 12-hour day and night shift rotating schedule: 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.*
*University pension contributions: 9.4% of gross pensionable earnings.*
*Tuition credit or waiver: Up to 12 credits of UBC undergraduate courses or approved non-credit courses.*
*Employee perks: Access to discounts and benefits through* [*UBC Perks for Faculty and Staff*](https://hr.ubc.ca/health-and-wellbeing/physical-wellbeing/ubc-perks-faculty-and-staff)*.*

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

Job Summary

Operating Engineers are responsible for the operation, maintenance, and inspection of all mechanical systems and equipment within campus facilities, which fall under the Power Engineer, Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Refrigeration Safety Regulation (PEBPVRSR).

Organizational Status

Reports to the Head, Mechanical Operations.

Work Performed

Operates and maintains all regulated mechanical equipment systems within campus facilities including boilers, chillers, heat exchangers, air receivers and other regulated equipment under the PEBPVRSR.

Performs regulatory mechanical system and equipment inspections and assessments of systems and equipment within campus facilities including steam boiler plants, chiller plants, district energy systems, laboratory ventilation systems, air handling units, compressors, and associated equipment and systems, and maintains records of maintenance including operational logbooks.

Performs routine maintenance including checking on the condition of belt drives for belt wear, alignment, and tension; replacement and re-alignment of fan coil belts and minor supply/exhaust fan belts when required; checking various pump operations and controls including sump pumps; assessing compressors and draining moisture and oil from air receivers and vacuum tanks, replacing air filters and reports on condition of such equipment; performing emergency generator testing as required; and ensuring compliance with documentation and schedules.

Utilizes the Building Management Systems (BMS) to evaluate system operation and performance, to identify malfunctions in noted equipment, and to stop and start local and remote equipment as directed.

Performs routine tests and control of chemical treatment in campus facilities including boiler plants, chiller plants, and buildings including heating and air-conditioning systems and maintains all records according to policies and procedures.

Answers service and emergency calls, assesses repairs required, or determines what action is to be taken. Investigates emergency calls and renders equipment and systems safe; if required, takes action as soon as possible to minimize problems associated with emergencies, as detailed in the Trouble Call Emergency Handbook.

Reports on general condition of mechanical equipment rooms. Take immediate action to correct any housekeeping and potential safety hazards in mechanical equipment spaces, wipes down mechanical equipment.

May be required to perform other duties related to the qualifications and requirements.

Consequence of Error/Judgement

Close attention is required to identify and correct mechanical problems in systems and equipment that could result in serious safety and financial concerns and/or loss of service to the University.

Supervision Received

Works under the supervision of the Head, Mechanical Operations or Sub Head, Mechanical Operations.

Supervision Given

None.

Minimum Qualifications

BC 4th Class Power Engineer Certificate of Competency. 3-5 years experience in a building mechanical systems environment. Valid B.C. Class 5 driver’s license. Knowledge of windows based software. Knowledge of building operations including but not limited to BAS, HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, life safety etc.

Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own

Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion

The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world.

Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together?

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at [workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca](mailto:workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca).

Pay

CA$88,296 – CA$88,296 / month

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