3rd Class Power Engineer

Dalhousie University

📍 truro, town of truro, Canada

Full-time Other-General Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Job Summary

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

Key Responsibilities

  • Efficient operation of boilers and chillers (including biofuel system at the Truro location) for maximum performance
  • Provides ongoing monitoring of Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure safety and efficiency (e.g., boilers, chillers, diesel generator, electrical transformer, controls, etc.)
  • Performs maintenance on Thermal Plant systems and equipment to ensure continuous operation
  • Maintains a clean work environment in the thermal plant
  • Performs other maintenance tasks as required
  • Responds appropriately to critical alarms by investigating and analyzing upset conditions to identify and correct problems or request assistance
  • Performs all duties in accordance with the current Nova Scotia Occupational Health & Safety Act, as well as Universi...