Resources
Job Postings
Power Engineer - Class 3
Power Engineer – Class 3
Facilities
Full-Time, Regular
Brandon, MB
Comp #83-24/25
Salary: $69,108.99 to $83,824 annually ($33.23 to $40.30 hourly)
Classification: PW2 Power Engineer 2nd Class Plant (3rd class certificate)
About Assiniboine:
For over 60 years, Assiniboine College has been providing exceptional learning experiences, while transforming lives and strengthening Manitoba through applied education and research. Our future success rests on our ability to develop a sustainable Thriving Workforce that is unified in moving forward for the benefit of the college and Manitoba. Our culture is built on our principles for continued success: Creativity, Collaboration, and Courage.
Position Overview:
The Power Engineer- Class 3 will be responsible for both shift engineering and maintenance duties, ensuring optimal performance of power plant and other ancillaries at Assiniboine College in compliance with the Power Engineer Act, Provincial Codes and acceptable best trade practices, as well as Workplace Health and Safety regulations. In the absence of the Chief Power Engineer and/or Facility Manager, the incumbent may be responsible for the entire physical plant operation.
Key Responsibilities:
- When assigned as Shift Engineer this person is in charge of operating and the safe care and control of a Steam Plant in accordance with the Power Engineers Act.
- Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on variety of equipment as assigned. Makes sure the service requests are managed and arranged to be completed in a timely fashion.
- Conduct routine inspections of equipment, identifying problems and taking proactive steps to prevent failures to ensure they operate in a safe and efficient manner.
- Records and reacts to (any abnormalities) all readings from meters and gauges for steam production, fuel consumption, water consumption and power conservation in the daily engineer’s log sheet and enters the daily activities at the complex into the Log Book.
- Responsible for the water testing and treatment; also, for the testing and treatment of the heating and cooling systems throughout the complex.
Qualifications:
- This position does not directly supervise a staff. This position may provide guidance and delegates the work of Power Engineer-Class 4. This position may show other employees how to do a particular task, ensure quality and quantity standards are met, and give advice and guidance on work procedures.
- Receives general instruction and direction from the Chief Power Engineer and may receive instruction from the Facility Manager.
- The incumbent in this position must be aware of the need to operate the plant as safely and efficiently as possible and is encouraged to bring forward suggestions to the Chief Power Engineer and Facility Manager regarding safety, energy management, water conservation and any other suggestions that would enhance the system operation.
- Because this position involves shift work, the incumbent must be alert at all times and must be able to make decisions on his/her own initiative in any emergency that may arise. An Emergency could be Life, Property or Security threatening.
This competition will remain open until the position is filled.
Discover full details about the position, please visit our careers website at www.assiniboine.net/careers.
Discover full details about the position, please visit our careers website at www.assiniboine.net/careers.
Why Join Us?
Working Together:
Be part of a collaborative and inclusive environment that values teamwork and positive employee relations. Together, we paddle collectively toward our mission.
Growing Together:
We invest in our employees’ future through succession planning, forward-looking recruitment, and supportive development programs. At least 4% of payroll is dedicated to staff and professional development.
Forward Together:
As we navigate rapid technological changes, we prioritize resilience and wellness among our faculty and staff, helping them become the leaders Manitoba
Our Principles for Continued Success:
- Creativity: We foster an environment that supports and unleashes the creativity of our faculty and staff.
- Collaboration: Teamwork, purposeful connections, and community building are critical to achieving our collective potential.
- Courage: Our faculty and staff embrace their roles as community leaders, boldly taking risks to build a strong future for Manitoba
Commitment to Diversity:
Assiniboine College is committed to creating a barrier-free environment that emphasizes the value of diversity and promotes full participation. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada, including indigenous peoples, persons of all abilities, members of visible minorities, all genders, and sexual orientations.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this career opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with reference to this competition to careers@assiniboine.net. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Assiniboine College is privileged to provide learning opportunities on the lands of the Dakota Oyate, Nakoda Oyate, Ininiwak, Nehethowak, Nehiyawak, Anishininewuk, Denesuline, Anishinaabeg, and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.
For accommodations or alternative formats, contact careers@assiniboine.net or 204 725 8729.
