Date Posted: 06/03/2026
Req ID:48397
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:FM-Power Plant
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

General Description of Class:

Under the direction of the Assistant Director, Engineering and Physical Plant and/or leadership of the Lead Hand Engineer, the incumbent is responsible for the operations and maintenance of the Central Plant, district heating system, 4th Class Guarded Plant, heat recovery installation and other campus equipment governed by TSSA regulations. The shift engineer is responsible for the safe and economical operation and maintenance of all mechanical and associated equipment and services in their area of responsibility, including visiting campus buildings during emergency calls.

Typical Duties:

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

• Regular rounds to check mechanical equipment and perform needed mechanical service;
• Ensures continuous efficiency of all mechanical equipment services and faculty equipment;
• Provides running maintenance by checking lube levels of compressors and adjustments to all equipment and controls serving areas such as computer rooms, laboratories, classrooms, offices special faculty cold/warm rooms, etc.;
• Answers and reacts promptly to all trouble calls or alarms from buildings, as well as from adjacent nearby buildings during off hour and weekend shifts;
• Reviews computer printouts and alarms and takes appropriate action;
• Co-ordinates and/or assists outside contractors and University of Toronto Trades Services when work is performed during shift;
  Housekeeping, painting, sweeping floors, cleaning piping, boilers and equipment;
  Responds to off duty calls to correct emergency situations and problems;
• Maintains daily log sheets on operating equipment and records all important events that occur during shift and communications with relief shift engineer on event issues.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

High School graduate or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus a Forth (4th) Class Operating Engineer Certification valid in the Province of Ontario. Building Environmental Systems Certificate an asset.

Experience:

Must have a good working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of mechanical equipment, including refrigeration, heating (e.g. boilers) and air handling systems, and ability to comprehend and apply environmental control principles. Must have basic electrical knowledge and trouble-shooting skills. Basic proficiency in standard office computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows OS) and familiarity with computerized Building Automation Systems or other computerized control systems.

Other:

Must have good diagnostic and record keeping skills, the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and written), strong customer service skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others. Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment.

Work Schedule:

8-hour/day, 40 hours/week as per shift schedule. Must be available for day, afternoon, and nightshifts (including weekends and statutory holidays).

Closing Date: 06/11/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: Hourly
Personnel Subarea:Unifor FT L2003
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: 03U - Job Rate: $40.47/hr
Job Category: Engineering / Technical