Power Engineer, Richmond

We’re looking for an experienced

Power Engineer

to operate our physical plant and carry out preventative maintenance on mechanical systems and equipment, troubleshoot and take corrective action to prevent equipment or system failures, and ensure work performed meets all applicable safety, regulatory and quality standards.

Reporting to the Manager, Building Operations and Infrastructure and working directly under the Chief Engineer, the Power Engineer is a key component of the Real Property&Workplace Services team, responsible for the monitoring, operation and maintenance of all WorkSafeBC workplaces.

How you’ll make a difference You will help create a sustainable workplace that allows people to thrive.

Where you’ll work In this role, you will work in our Richmond office five days a week.

This role may work a shift ranging between the hours of 8:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday (shifts may be adjusted).

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain a variety of mechanical equipment, machinery and systems.

Carry out regularly scheduled preventative maintenance, service requests and other related repairs on WorkSafeBC equipment and machinery.

Maintain a variety of large boilers.

Install, alter, repair and remove plumbing fixtures, pipes, valves, fittings, insulation, computerized controls, wiring, gas fired equipment, VAV boxes, heat pumps, exhaust, return and supply air systems related to plumbing, hot water heating, sprinkler systems, ducting and sheet metal work, and HVAC systems.

Interface with computerized building direct digital control systems.

Take daily readings of all equipment as required, including supply air temperatures, water temperatures and pressure readings; document and inspect for irregularities.

Consistently model the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward‑thinking.

We’re looking for people who can

Provide input as requested regarding plumbing and mechanical design drawings.

Work well independently, as well as part of a collective maintenance team.

Ensure all work performed and monitored meets appropriate safety, regulatory and quality standards and manufacturer specifications; ensure all lockout procedures are followed; keep abreast of new technological changes relevant to WorkSafeBC’s environment.

Assist other trades staff in the completion of various assignments as needed.

On occasion, be on call 24 hours a day on a rotational basis.

Your background and experience

Completion of grade 12.

A 4th class Power Engineer Certificate.

A minimum of 3 years directly related experience.

A valid Class 5 BC driver’s license.

We’ll consider equivalent combinations of education and experience.

Important to know

Confirm you are legally entitled to work in Canada.

Our Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire.

Three weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service.

Extensive health care and dental benefits.

Optional leave and earned‑time‑off arrangements.

Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more).

Salary: $35.81 hourly– $42.88 hourly.

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