Lead Hand Engineer
Date Posted: 10/15/2020
Req ID: 1505
Faculty/Division: University of Toronto Scarborough
Department: UTSC:FM-Power Plant
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)

Description:

General Description:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director, Engineering and Physical Plant, the incumbent is responsible for the operation and maintenance in the building (s) assigned where a minimum of a Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certificate is required either by law or due to complexity of the operation and/or critical services provided for building environment and faculty. The Lead Hand Engineer is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of all mechanical and associated equipment and services in their area of responsibility. Leads and assigns work to a group of Operating Engineers, in addition of performing the Lead Hand functions as outlined below:

Typical Duties:

The following illustrative tasks indicate the level of skill required and extent of responsibility involved in this job; they in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated:

• leads and assigns work to a group of Operating Engineers
• ability to lead, train and communicate effectively to organize, distribute and process work beingcarried out by Operating Engineers
• assists the Assistant Director, Engineering and Physical Plant in scheduling work assignment for staff
• co-ordinates shutdown work with contractors and University of Toronto ScarboroughTrades Services and distribution of approved shutdown notices
• contacts suppliers for spare parts availability
• liaises with faculty personnel for scheduled or emergency mechanical service interruptions
• assists in co-ordinating maintenance work of trades and contractors from initiating service orders through to completion of field work
• responsible for building coverage while Operating Engineers are on vacation or sick leave
• deals with off-hour emergency phone calls and takes necessary steps to correct breakdowns
• prepares Operating Engineers' timesheets

Qualifications:

Education:
High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience plus either a Second (2nd) or Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in the Province of Ontario. Building Environmental Systems Certificate an asset.

Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Second (2nd ) or Third (3rd) Class Operating Engineer’s experience with a minimum of one (1) year of Operating Engineer’s experience at the University of Toronto. 

Must have thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment, including high pressure steam generating equipment, refrigeration (e.g. large chilling machines), heating (e.g. boilers, oil and gas burners) and air handling systems (e.g. complex air conditioning systems) and the ability to comprehend and apply environmental control principles. Must have: basic electrical knowledge and trouble-shooting, basic proficiency in standard office computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows OS, timesheet and procurement systems) and familiarity with computerized Building Automation Systems or other computerized control systems.

Other:
Must have: proven leadership skills, the ability to lead and train, the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and written), strong customer service skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

Hours of Work:  
Hours of work are Monday to Friday from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Closing Date: 10/26/2020, 11:59PM EDT
Employee Group: Hourly
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: 10U - Job Rate: $43.21/hr
Job Category: Engineering / Technical

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

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