4.9 Stationary engineer and auxiliary equipment operator – Intermediate

Minimum mandatory criteria:

Education: Current and valid provincial or territorial certification or licensing as a 3rd Class Stationary (Operating) Engineer.

Experience: 24 months relevant experience.

Typical duties may include:

• Operating automated or computerized control systems, stationary engines and auxiliary equipment such as boilers, turbines, generators, pumps, compressors, pollution control devices and other equipment to provide heat, ventilation, refrigeration, light and power
• Monitoring and inspecting plant equipment, computer terminals, switches, valves, gauges, alarms, meters and other instruments to measure temperature, pressure and fuel flow, to detect leaks or other equipment malfunctions and to ensure plant equipment is operating at maximum efficiency
• Analyzing and recording instrument readings and equipment malfunctions
• Troubleshooting and performing corrective action and minor repairs to prevent equipment or system failure
• Cleaning and lubricating generators, turbines, pumps and compressors and performing other routine equipment maintenance duties using appropriate lubricants and hand, power and precision tools
• Maintaining a daily log of operation, maintenance and safety activities
• Assisting in the development of operation, maintenance and safety procedures